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Counting cyclone losses, Bangladeshis call for more climate action https://ow.ly/3pMy50ScGV5 With a record-breaking 2024 Atlantic hurricane forecast, here’s how scientists are helping Caribbean communities adapt to a warming world https://ow.ly/PzwT50ScGV6

Cherri-Ann Farquharson, Capacity Development and Gender Expert at The CCREEE, recently appeared on 'The Conversation' with Kwame Thomas to discuss the urgent need for improved climate resilience in the aftermath of the widespread devastation caused by Hurricane Beryl. Ms Farquharson discussed the factors that contributed to Beryl's rapid intensification, how this compares to historical hurricane patterns and the long-term implications of more frequent and powerful storms because of climate change. Watch at: https://lnkd.in/e3tM-72i #CCREEE #ClimateResilience #RenewableEnergy #ClimateChange #CARICOM #HurricaneBeryl

Hurricane Beryl laid waste to communities—even whole islands—as it barreled through the Caribbean over the past week. Never has such a powerful Atlantic hurricane arrived this early in the year: The ocean is usually too cool. Smaller islands like Carriacou and Petite Martinique (population: 10,500) and Union Island (population: 3,000) have been decimated. Even those islands that did not receive the full brunt still suffered severe damage to infrastructure, homes, tourism, and the fishing industry. The worst may be yet to come. Five months remain of “a hyperactive hurricane season” with Atlantic temperatures at record highs. Beryl’s timing and severity imply a very long few months of torment for Caribbean people and some climate scientists predict between four and seven major storms of category 3 or more. #climatechange #weather #sustainability #islands #hurricanes #climate #storms #environmental #sea #ocean

As we enter the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season, it's important to remember that tropical cyclones are changing due to human-caused climate change. Current projections suggest that hurricanes may be less frequent, but more intense and damaging. In this deep-dive article, we focus on hurricanes originating from the Atlantic. We explore the key physical risks, the impact on local infrastructure and assets, and how to be more prepared. Read it now 👉 https://bit.ly/3X3meoq #ClimateResilience #climatechange #climaterisk #finance #sustainability #innovation #physicalrisk

Moving write up on the effects of hurricane Helene. We need courage, not hope, to address the climate crisis. Courage which is still largely lacking on both political and personal fronts. #climatechange #climatecrisis https://lnkd.in/edvauy2a

In a devastating turn of events, Hurricane Beryl has wreaked havoc across the Caribbean, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming at least three lives. As a powerful Category 4 storm, Beryl now barrels towards Jamaica, Haiti, and the Dominican Republic, threatening further calamity. Impact and Immediate Response: The hurricane has already caused significant damage on smaller Caribbean islands, particularly St. Vincent and the Grenadines, where Prime Minister Ralph Gonsalves reported extensive destruction, including 90% of homes on Union Island being severely damaged or destroyed. Grenada's Prime Minister, Dickon Mitchell, described a grim situation in Carriacou and Petite Martinique, citing widespread devastation and power outages. Current Status and Projections: As of now, Beryl, with maximum sustained winds of 150 mph, is moving west-northwest at 22 mph. The storm is expected to bring life-threatening winds and storm surges to Jamaica by Wednesday, followed by the Cayman Islands. The U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued advisories for these regions, urging residents to take immediate precautions. Climate Change and Rapid Intensification: The rapid intensification of Beryl, jumping from a Category 1 to a Category 4 storm in under 10 hours, underscores the impact of climate change. Scientists attribute the unusually early formation and rapid intensification of the storm to warmer ocean temperatures driven by global warming. This phenomenon leads to more evaporation, fueling more intense hurricanes with higher wind speeds. Preparedness and Evacuation Efforts: In response to the impending threat, Jamaica and Mexico's Yucatan peninsula have activated emergency protocols. Jamaica is witnessing proactive measures with residents securing boats and properties, while Mexico has opened 120 shelters and deployed nearly 4,900 troops to safeguard the Yucatan region. Global and Local Reactions: President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have expressed their condolences to the victims' families. The international community watches closely as Beryl continues its destructive path, highlighting the urgent need for robust disaster preparedness and climate action. #HurricaneBeryl #CaribbeanStorm #ClimateChange #DisasterResponse #EmergencyPreparedness #Jamaica #Haiti #DominicanRepublic #EnvironmentalImpact #GlobalWarming

The impact of Hurricane Beryl serves as a stark reminder of the increasing frequency and intensity of hurricanes in the era of climate change. Beryl’s destruction has highlighted the fragility of our infrastructure and the urgent need for resilient and sustainable development that includes nature and people. At the recent Small Island States Summit in Antigua many from the region remarked how unseasonably hot it was and rightly had concern for what this would mean for the forthcoming hurricane season. The historical calendar boundaries of this season have been totally redrawn. The devastation wrought by such storms is not just a natural disaster but a clarion call for global action on #climatechange. A warming ocean and shifting weather patterns are making hurricanes more intense and unpredictable. This is not just an environmental issue but a profound social and economic challenge that disproportionately affects the most vulnerable communities which includes many of Fauna & Flora ‘s partners who are on the front lines of climate change and biodiversity loss. As we witness the increasing toll of hurricanes like Beryl, it becomes clear that combating climate change and nature loss is not optional. It is an imperative! Each storm underscores the urgency for international cooperation, innovative solutions, and unwavering commitment to reducing carbon emissions, restoring and protecting nature, and building resilient societies. The legacy of Hurricane Beryl, like many before it, must propel us towards a future where we no longer just react to disasters but actively prevent and mitigate their impacts through sustained climate and nature action. What more do we need to act? As Hurricane Beryl gathers strength as it crosses the Caribbean Sea we can only hope that those in its coming path will be spared the full wrath of this storm, and those storms still, undoubtedly, to come this year. At Fauna & Flora we are actively looking at ways to mobilise our partners, governments and resources to support communities that have been dramatically impacted. I urge you to look at ways how you and your organisation can not only be involved with rapidly addressing climate change and biodiversity loss but how can we work together to support communities who have been impacted today and in the coming days, weeks, months and years.

The Caribbean, renowned for its vibrant cultures, stunning landscapes, and idyllic weather, is increasingly grappling with a less glamorous but critical issue: the impact of climate change. This challenge was starkly highlighted by the recent passing of the earliest-forming Category 5 Hurricane Beryl in 2024. Read this latest article by Latoyaa Roberts as we discuss the issue of loss and damage within the context of climate change and disaster preparedness. #climatechange #caribbean #lossanddamage #disasterprepardeness

Amid Haiti's deepening humanitarian and security crisis, the climate threat looms large in the Caribbean. As 2024's hurricane season approaches, our report highlights how Caribbean forests are vital in mitigating climate change impacts. Check it out! https://lnkd.in/dvbYUMYU