Human-Centered Early Warning Systems Key To Climate-Resilient Cities - Official

(MENAFN- Trend News Agency) BAKU, Azerbaijan, May 19. Human-centered early warning systems are essential for building climate-resilient cities and protecting vulnerable populations, Hicran Huseynova, chair of the Azerbaijani parliament's Committee on Family, Women and Children Affairs, said during an event held within the framework of the World Urban Forum (WUF13) in Baku, Trend reports.

Speaking at a panel titled“Early Warning Systems and Climate-Resilient Cities,” Huseynova said the Karabakh region suffered severe environmental damage during the years of occupation.

“During the occupation, Karabakh was subjected to ecocide. More than 60,000 hectares of forest area in cities and settlements were destroyed, causing serious damage to the region's ecosystem,” she said.

According to Huseynova, Azerbaijan now has a unique opportunity to build“smart cities” in the liberated territories.

She said awareness initiatives implemented in the country are aimed at strengthening the legal and social dimensions of sustainable development, while emphasizing that social inclusivity should remain a key priority.

“Early warning systems and climate-resilient city concepts combine scientific forecasting, advanced technologies and social inclusion,” Huseynova said.“This approach is vital for reducing economic losses and protecting vulnerable populations.”

She added that expanding early warning systems is also important for increasing women's participation and ensuring child protection.

Huseynova stressed the importance of accurate forecasting, risk assessment and the implementation of reliable warning systems in the face of growing climate threats.

“Heatwaves, floods and droughts are affecting the entire world. Timely warnings are critically important,” she said.

According to Huseynova, smart city technologies can allow authorities to take preventive measures hours before disasters occur.

“It is essential to establish human-centered warning systems,” she said.“Warnings should be communicated in simple language while taking into account the specific needs of vulnerable groups.”

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