Spanish-language newspapers in the U.S. struggle to localize climate change stories, according to a new study

The study found that climate change coverage in Spanish-language media mirrors mainstream press practices rather than addressing the specific needs of Latino communities.

Researchers highlighted that the lack of localized climate stories could leave Latin American immigrants poorly informed about the environmental crises affecting their communities.

The analysis demonstrated that nearly 81% of Latinos view climate change as a critical issue, yet Spanish-language news does not cater to this concern effectively.

Takahashi and Salas argue that effective climate coverage should inform vulnerable communities about threats, adaptive strategies, and possible solutions directly relating to their context.

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