Climate change is making extreme weather events more frequent and severe with expensive and deadly consequences
The text highlights that extreme weather events, fueled by climate change, are causing billions of dollars in damage across the U.S.
Key concepts:
* Increasing frequency and severity: Extreme weather events like hurricanes, heat waves, droughts, and wildfires are becoming more common and intense due to climate change.
* Massive economic impact: These events result in widespread damage, leading to an estimated cost of over $500 billion in losses for the U.S. in 2023 alone.
* Human toll: Beyond the financial cost, these events cause significant emotional distress and harm to individuals, communities, and businesses.
The text serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address climate change and its devastating consequences.
The text highlights that extreme weather events, fueled by climate change, are causing billions of dollars in damage across the U.S. Key concepts: * Increasing frequency and severity: Extreme weather events like hurricanes, heat waves, droughts, and wildfires are becoming more common and intense due to climate change. * Massive economic impact: These events result in widespread damage, leading to an estimated cost of over $500 billion in losses for the U.S. in 2023 alone. * Human toll: Beyond the financial cost, these events cause significant emotional distress and harm to individuals, communities, and businesses. The text serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address climate change and its devastating consequences.
