"Although scientists are uncertain whether climate change will lead to an increase in the number of hurricanes, warmer ocean temperatures and higher sea levels are expected to intensify their impacts."
https://www.c2es.org/content/hurricanes-and-climate-change/
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| Queensland: Cyclone Debbie caused massive damage to crops. |
How can we prepare for more severe storms?
"How to Build Resilience
Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is one way to reduce the risk of the strongest storms in the future. Communities can also bolster their resilience to the impacts of hurricanes by:- Preserving coastal wetlands, dunes, and reefs to absorb storm surges.
- Replenishing beaches and improve infrastructure that affords coastal protection, such as seawalls.
- Elevating vulnerable buildings to reduce flood damage.
- Designing structures to be resilient to high winds and flying debris.
- Enacting policies that discourage development in vulnerable areas.
- Preparing prior to a storm’s arrival by boarding windows, clearing property of potential flying debris, and having an evacuation plan." https://www.c2es.org/content/hurricanes-and-climate-change/
Suggestions:
• strengthen regulations to prevent further development and new infrastructure on susceptible coastlines
• ensure emergency services are well prepared and supported financially
• support people in developing emergency plans
• ensure the vulnerable can access support
• financially support smaller nations unable to prepare sufficiently for storms