Climaterelated disasters will displace millions of people from "summary" of The Uninhabitable Earth by David Wallace-Wells
As the Earth continues to warm due to human-induced climate change, the frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters are also on the rise. Hurricanes, floods, droughts, wildfires, and other extreme weather events are becoming more common, wreaking havoc on communities around the world. These disasters not only cause immediate destruction and loss of life, but they also have long-lasting effects on the people who survive them. One of the most profound consequences of climate-related disasters is the displacement of millions of people from their homes. As rising sea levels swallow coastlines and extreme weather events destroy infrastructure, homes, and livelihoods, entire communities are forced to flee in search of safety and stability. The scale of displacement caused by climate change is staggering, with some estimates suggesting that by the end of the century, as many as 1 billion people could be displaced. The impacts of climate-related displacement are far-reaching and complex. Displaced people often face a multitude of challenges, including limited access to basic necessities such as food, water, and shelter, as well as heightened risks of ...
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