The rise in average global temperatures due to human activity has resulted in unpredictable climate phenomena referred to as "global weirding," characterized by extreme weather variations. Over 75 high school students participated in the Columbia Climate School program, examining how climate change affects their communities and identifying hazards related to these changes. In a specialized lesson, students evaluated local risks and vulnerabilities, emphasizing how different areas experience climate impacts uniquely based on local resources and preparedness. Heat waves emerged as the primary concern among students, followed by floods.
Through engaging with local climate conditions, students learned how climate change impacts, characterized by unusual weather patterns, affect their specific communities.
Participants identified heat waves as the most significant hazard concern, highlighting a notable 26.4% focus on this issue compared to other risks.
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