Simple flag warning system introduced to Solomon Islands to help boaters make safe decisions before and during disasters
Solomon Islands introduces a simple system to help signal ocean conditions to boat users and the general public during emergency and disaster situations.
Also, residents of an outer island in Papua New Guinea want more action on climate change, something they live with on a daily basis.
And, one Fijian leader describes his experience of breaking through the floor of a home to take shelter during a cyclone and how that prompted him to build his new home.
The weather and how it affects you is already part of your life, so let's keep talking about being prepared.
*Pacific Prepared is produced by ABC International Development with funding from the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
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