at times of natural disaster vs in times of natural disaster

Both "at times of natural disaster" and "in times of natural disaster" are correct and commonly used. They can be used interchangeably to refer to the occurrence of natural disasters.

Last updated: March 30, 2024

at times of natural disaster

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to the occurrence of natural disasters.

This phrase is used to indicate specific moments or instances during a natural disaster.

Examples:

At times of natural disaster, communities come together to support each other.
At times of natural disaster, emergency response teams are deployed to affected areas.

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By acting in this way, we show our unity and empathy at times of natural disasters.
Otherwise, we shall not be consistent in our obligations towards the citizens and it is precisely at times of natural disasters that those who voted for us and sent us here need to see the European Union and the European Parliament by their side.
Around 1960, at the time of the natural disasters, people didn't have enough to eat.
author. - Mr President, I believe that the attitude of a country towards international offers of aid at times of disasters and natural catastrophes shows what kind of country we are dealing with.
Finally, in this time of natural disasters, I would just like to mention the issue of the use of Structural Funds.
Thirdly and lastly, urban renewal and re-housing - in times of natural disaster - make these measures eligible under the ERDF rules for housing investment subsidies.
Fortunately, Chile is a country with a far-reaching capacity to respond in such times of natural disaster; however, large areas of the world do not have that same capacity.
If the EU were to cough up every time a natural disaster occurred, there would naturally be fewer incentives to do preventive work.
Madam President, Commissioner, ladies and gentlemen, the issue of state aid is raised every time there is a natural disaster.
By contributing to the further development of early warning systems, the Community should assist Member States in minimising the lead time to respond to natural disasters.
It is no accident that, every time there is a natural disaster, it is the workers who mourn lives and see their wretched lives and the environment destroyed.
Mr President, Commissioner, ladies and gentlemen, it is true that in a time of climate change the risk of natural disasters is growing year on year.
The unfortunate consequences of natural disasters have been affecting human beings for a long time, yet neither the Commission nor the Council of Ministers takes the omens of natural disaster as seriously as they should.
It would be many times cheaper if European Union funds were to be granted to projects that were capable of alleviating the consequences of natural disasters.
We live at a time when a lot of damage is caused as a result of natural disasters ranging from major floods to drought and fires.
Especially in times of conflict and crisis or after natural disasters, remittances have proven to be an effective and fast mechanism to address the needs of refugees and victims in countries of origin.
At a time when oil prices are soaring and there are concerns about the effect of natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina on economic growth, European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet told MEPs that the impact so far has been slight but risks remain for the future.
At the same time, we need to consider the risk of natural disasters, such as flooding, at different levels of the social structure, and try to reduce them.
In view of the repeated cycle of natural disasters afflicting all the European Union Member States at one time or another, the question arises as to what protective and preventive measures can be taken to alleviate their potential impact and ensure a rapid response to the damage inflicted.
This should include reaction teams depending on the various forms of natural disasters and organised around regional centres in order to reduce the reaction time.

Alternatives:

during natural disasters
when natural disasters occur
amid natural disasters
in the midst of natural disasters
during times of natural disaster

in times of natural disaster

This phrase is correct and commonly used to refer to the occurrence of natural disasters.

This phrase is used to indicate the period or duration of a natural disaster.

Examples:

In times of natural disaster, it is crucial to provide immediate aid to those affected.
In times of natural disaster, communication networks may be disrupted.

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Thirdly and lastly, urban renewal and re-housing - in times of natural disaster - make these measures eligible under the ERDF rules for housing investment subsidies.
Finally, in this time of natural disasters, I would just like to mention the issue of the use of Structural Funds.
Fortunately, Chile is a country with a far-reaching capacity to respond in such times of natural disaster; however, large areas of the world do not have that same capacity.
By acting in this way, we show our unity and empathy at times of natural disasters.
Otherwise, we shall not be consistent in our obligations towards the citizens and it is precisely at times of natural disasters that those who voted for us and sent us here need to see the European Union and the European Parliament by their side.
Around 1960, at the time of the natural disasters, people didn't have enough to eat.
If the EU were to cough up every time a natural disaster occurred, there would naturally be fewer incentives to do preventive work.
Madam President, Commissioner, ladies and gentlemen, the issue of state aid is raised every time there is a natural disaster.
By contributing to the further development of early warning systems, the Community should assist Member States in minimising the lead time to respond to natural disasters.
It is no accident that, every time there is a natural disaster, it is the workers who mourn lives and see their wretched lives and the environment destroyed.
Especially in times of conflict and crisis or after natural disasters, remittances have proven to be an effective and fast mechanism to address the needs of refugees and victims in countries of origin.
Mr President, Commissioner, ladies and gentlemen, it is true that in a time of climate change the risk of natural disasters is growing year on year.
author. - Mr President, I believe that the attitude of a country towards international offers of aid at times of disasters and natural catastrophes shows what kind of country we are dealing with.
The unfortunate consequences of natural disasters have been affecting human beings for a long time, yet neither the Commission nor the Council of Ministers takes the omens of natural disaster as seriously as they should.
It would be many times cheaper if European Union funds were to be granted to projects that were capable of alleviating the consequences of natural disasters.
We live at a time when a lot of damage is caused as a result of natural disasters ranging from major floods to drought and fires.
At a time when oil prices are soaring and there are concerns about the effect of natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina on economic growth, European Central Bank President Jean-Claude Trichet told MEPs that the impact so far has been slight but risks remain for the future.
At the same time, we need to consider the risk of natural disasters, such as flooding, at different levels of the social structure, and try to reduce them.
In view of the repeated cycle of natural disasters afflicting all the European Union Member States at one time or another, the question arises as to what protective and preventive measures can be taken to alleviate their potential impact and ensure a rapid response to the damage inflicted.
This should include reaction teams depending on the various forms of natural disasters and organised around regional centres in order to reduce the reaction time.

Alternatives:

during natural disasters
when natural disasters occur
amid natural disasters
in the midst of natural disasters
during times of natural disaster

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at times of natural disaster vs in times of natural disaster