Storms are intensifying as temperatures rise. Which countries are most at risk?
From colour-blindness to women’s clothing, early warning systems must ensure no one is left behind.
Climate change is causing storms to become more intense and dangerous, with poorer countries bearing the brunt of the economic damage, according to the WorldRiskReport. The report highlights that just 10 countries are responsible for most of the global storm exposure, with the Philippines, Mexico, Madagascar, Mauritius, Japan, China, Micronesia, the US, South Korea and Australia topping the list.
Europe's Portugal and Ukraine rank 69th and 96th, respectively, in terms of storm risk exposure and vulnerability. Dr Friederike Otto, a climate scientist, attributes the rise in more powerful storms to human-induced climate change, which warms the atmosphere and oceans, providing tropical cyclones with more energy and causing rapid intensification.
The report also emphasizes the need for effective warning systems, including All-Vulnerability Warning Systems, which consider all hazards and vulnerable populations. Additionally, community-based preparations and insurance coverage are crucial in mitigating the impacts of increasingly intense storms.
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