Natural disasters have been increasing in frequency, impact, and cost. Manmade disasters add to the toll. Each scenario is unique, but governments and humanitarian groups are working to improve preparedness and response efforts.
WASHINGTON, Dec 11 (OneWorld.net) - The food price crisis that has pushed 40 million more people into hunger this year will continue into 2009 and could get worse, especially in developing countries, says the United Nations food agency.