Tag #Natural Disasters

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U.S. Homelessness Surges 18.1% in 2024

The U.S. saw an 18.1% increase in homelessness in 2024, reaching over 770,000 people, largely due to unaffordable housing, natural disasters, and a migrant surge; family homelessness rose nearly 40%, while veteran homelessness dropped 8%.

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No Poverty
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Record 2024 Tornado Count Underscores US Vulnerability

The United States experienced over 1,700 tornadoes in 2024 through November, resulting in 53 deaths and $14 billion in damages, with vulnerable Southern states facing increased risks due to socioeconomic factors and potential La Niña effects.

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Climate Action
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AI Enhances Disaster Preparedness After California Earthquakes

Recent California earthquakes, while causing minimal damage, highlight the need for advanced disaster preparedness; AI offers solutions for improved prediction, resource allocation, and community collaboration.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Climate Change Drives Housing Market Shift

Homes in low-risk areas for natural disasters are appreciating faster than those in high-risk areas, a trend linked to climate change and its increasing impact on homebuying decisions.

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Climate Action
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Valencia Floods: Jet Stream, Climate Change, and Urban Planning

The devastating floods in Valencia, Spain are analyzed, exploring the role of the shifting polar jet stream, climate change, and urban planning failures.

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Magnitude 7.3 Earthquake Strikes Vanuatu; Climate Change May Exacerbate Seismic Risk

A magnitude 7.3 earthquake struck near Vanuatu's most populous island on July 11, 2024, causing at least 10 deaths and over 200 injuries in Port Vila; the death toll is expected to climb. Recent research suggests climate change may increase earthquake frequency.

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Climate Action
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Mediterranean Tsunami Risk to Increase 10-30% in 50 Years Due to Climate Change

A 10-30% increase in Mediterranean tsunami probability is projected over the next 50 years due to climate change-induced sea level rise (currently 4 mm/year) and coastal geological movements, increasing the risk for over 150 million people in coastal areas.

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Climate Action
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US Tropical Cyclones: Long-Term Mortality Impact Exceeds Immediate Death Toll

A Nature study reveals that US tropical cyclones cause 7,170–11,430 indirect deaths per event, exceeding direct deaths (24), disproportionately impacting those under 44 and Black populations, demanding long-term planning and resource allocation to mitigate future impacts.

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Cuba Arrests Protestors Amidst Blackouts

Cuban authorities arrested protesters involved in demonstrations against prolonged power outages caused by recent hurricanes and the country's ongoing energy crisis.

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