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2024 climate disasters: $229bn in damages and 2,000 fatalities, report reveals

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2024 climate disasters: $229bn in damages and 2,000 fatalities, report reveals

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  • The analysis reveals that the year's top 10 climate disasters resulted in a staggering $229 billion in damages and claimed 2,000 lives.
  • Most financial losses occurred in the United States, driven by hurricanes Helene and Milton, each costing more than $50 billion.
  • The report, compiled by Christian Aid, marked a first where all top 10 disasters exceeded $4 billion in losses.
  • Climate scientists indicated that human-driven climate change significantly exacerbated these disasters, with severe impacts felt globally.
  • Christian Aid's CEO urged policymakers to act on emissions reductions and provide greater financial support for vulnerable nations.

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