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fromNature
1 week ago

To improve resilience to climate change, track what endures

When the category-5 storm Hurricane Melissa struck Jamaica in October, its path crossed communities that had varying levels of preparedness. Many with maintained coastal protections, upgraded drainage and reliable early-warning systems had power and water restored in days. Others were immobilized for weeks.
Environment
Environment
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

One in eight London homes at risk of flooding

Surface water flood risk may rise sharply by 2060, increasing vulnerable properties and requiring local risk awareness, property defenses, and household emergency plans.
Environment
fromenglish.elpais.com
4 months ago

The sinking of Mexico City

Mexico City's severe subsidence, trapped basin geography, inadequate drainage and groundwater overextraction combine with climate change and population growth to intensify flood risk.
Environment
fromwww.nature.com
4 months ago

These Giant Cracks Are Swallowing CitiesAnd No One's Stopping Them

Gigantic gullies are expanding across African cities, displacing hundreds of thousands due to sandy soils, inadequate drainage, heavy rains, and human factors.
Environment
fromNature
4 months ago

Deep gashes are tearing through cities, swallowing houses and displacing vast numbers of people

Expanding urban gullies in African cities are rapidly displacing hundreds of thousands, driven by sandy soils, inadequate drainage, and rapid urbanization.
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