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US: Hurricane Irene demonstrates threats to coasts as climate changes

Source(s): Union of Concerned Scientists
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A press release from the Union of Concerned Scientists assembles scientific and economic background information that sheds light on threats climate change poses to East Coast and asserts that better preparedness and reducing emissions is the best path forward.

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Document links last validated on: 16 July 2021

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Hazards Cyclone, Hurricane and Typhoon
Themes Climate change Disaster risk management
Country and region United States of America

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