Lehigh’s Center for Catastrophe Modeling and Resilience prepares for disasters
What began as a small 2014 gathering at Lehigh has evolved into a U.S. academic center that uses data and technology to predict and prepare for disasters.
What started as an unofficial, small gathering at Lehigh in 2014 has grown into an officially recognized academic organization and research center for catastrophe modeling in the U.S. Catastrophe modeling uses data, technology and other information to predict events like wildfires and floods; the center’s work helps communities understand risks and mitigate damage.