Mario Tama, a staff photographer at Getty Images who was on the ground after Hurricane Helene remarked, 'The photographers I spoke with, none of us could remember covering a hurricane, or the effects of a hurricane, in such a mountainous region. That speaks to how these things are evolving.' This highlights the uncommon impact of hurricanes on inland areas due to changing climate conditions.
Tama discussed the changing nature of disasters, stating, 'Year after year Tama photographs the hurricanes, fires, droughts, and other disasters fueled by the immense amounts of greenhouse gases we're emitting into the atmosphere.' This underscores the relationship between increasing disasters and climate change.
Tama explained the importance of rapid communication technology, saying, 'It's incredibly important to get images out quickly that are from verified sources in this era of misinformation. Imagery has a way of bringing home the truth, in a way that words can't quite do.' This indicates the role of photography in combating misinformation during crises.
Reflecting on the community response, Tama noted, 'Even amid all that tragedy, Tama has witnessed uplifting moments of communities coming together to rebuild and support one another.' This offers a glimpse of hope amidst the disasters.
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