Afghanistan Natural Disasters Dashboard

Project Details

Goal & context. This Tableau dashboard was built to support disaster awareness and planning in Afghanistan by turning historical natural-disaster records into an interactive, map-led story. The goal was to show where and when disasters occur, which types are most frequent, and how impact is distributed so that stakeholders can identify high-risk areas and prioritize response and preparedness.

Data cleaning & preparation. Source data on disaster events (earthquakes, floods, droughts, and others) was cleaned and standardized: dates were parsed into a consistent format, location and disaster-type values were normalized, and duplicate or invalid records were removed. Geographic fields were validated and enriched so they could be reliably joined to spatial data for mapping in Tableau.

Geographic & analytical design. A geographic layer was used to plot disaster events and aggregate metrics by region. Dimensions such as disaster type, year, and severity were structured so they could drive filters and highlight patterns (e.g., temporal trends and regional hotspots). Calculated fields were used where needed to derive counts, rates, and simple classifications for the visuals.

Visualization & dashboard design. The dashboard combines a central map with supporting charts (e.g., disaster type breakdown, time trends, impact metrics). Color and size were used to convey frequency and severity without overcrowding the view. Interactive filters and tooltips let users drill into specific disaster types, time periods, or regions. Layout and hierarchy were kept clear so the dashboard works for both quick scanning and deeper exploration.

Outcome. The deliverable is a single, reusable Tableau dashboard that communicates Afghanistan’s natural disaster landscape clearly, supporting data-driven discussion and planning for disaster management and awareness.