Volume 4 · Number 1

This qualitative study examines the experiences of Syrian refugees in Germany and Turkey, with particular attention to registration, education, health, and shelter services. Drawing on content analysis, literature, UNHCR materials, aid-agency reports, and news sources, the authors identify recurring difficulties faced by refugees in both host countries. The study concludes that although Germany and Turkey have provided extensive support, further improvement is needed in the accessibility and quality of essential services for displaced Syrians.

This systematic literature review analyzes three decades of flood research in Bangladesh to identify dominant themes, trends, and research gaps. The review shows that substantial attention has been devoted to flood causes and impacts, while integrated adaptation and management, effective flood modelling, and reliable forecasting remain comparatively underdeveloped. The authors call for stronger interdisciplinary research that links hazard assessment, forecasting, adaptation, governance, and long-term flood-risk management.

The article proposes a technology for monitoring geological hazards in order to reduce the risk of collapse of buildings and structures. Using landslide-prone soil masses as an example, it emphasizes effective drainage and stormwater systems, continuous monitoring of soil conditions and dynamic/geophysical parameters, and integrated monitoring of the soil–structure system. Such monitoring can provide timely warning of geological hazards and support preventive measures before structural damage or failure occurs.

This study quantifies livestock losses and food-security consequences of the 2016–2017 drought among pastoralist and agro-pastoralist households in Ethiopia’s Borana Zone. Data from 529 households show severe drought-induced mortality, including losses of roughly 55% of cattle, 23% of small ruminants, and 19% of camels, with substantial financial losses per household. The findings demonstrate the scale of livelihood vulnerability and underline the need for stronger drought-risk management, livelihood protection, and food-security interventions.

This quantitative study examines earthquake-risk perception and preparedness among citizens of Belgrade and tests how demographic factors shape perceptions of seismic risk. An online survey of 235 respondents considers gender, age, education, property ownership, awareness, and preparedness, using statistical procedures including t-tests, one-way ANOVA, and Pearson correlation. The findings provide evidence for tailoring risk communication, public education, preparedness programs, and disaster-risk-management measures to different population groups.