Natural disasters are escalating globally, driven by climate change and environmental factors. From earthquakes and tsunamis to hurricanes and floods, nations face increasing vulnerabilities. The 2024 World Risk Report, developed by Ruhr University Bochum and Bündnis Entwicklung Hilft, an alliance of nine German development organizations, evaluates the disaster risks of 193 countries using the World Risk Index. This technical report provides an in-depth look at the most disaster-prone nations.
Click on to discover the top 15 countries most vulnerable to natural disasters.