Nowhere in America is safe from climate-fueled storms and fires
Briefly

"Hurricane Helene killed more than 180 people and stranded communities, highlighting the increased frequency and impact of natural disasters due to climate change across the U.S."
"The destructive storms, droughts, floods and wildfires are colliding with communities where millions of people live, with more costly homes and possessions and so much more to lose."
"North Carolina only experienced one or two billion-dollar disasters a year on average from 1980 to 2009; now the new normal is closer to six or seven."
"Pretty much 50% of the population lives within miles of the sea, more exposed to hurricanes and with an aging infrastructure that is not set for today's climate."
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