Climatic Disasters

About Climatic Disasters

Climatic disasters involve extreme temperature events and air quality crises that develop over extended periods. Heatwaves, cold waves, and severe air pollution events are increasingly linked to climate change and urbanization, posing serious health risks to vulnerable populations.

Key Facts

• •Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense, with 2023 recording the hottest summer on record across multiple continents.
• •Cold waves can be equally deadly as heatwaves, with rapid temperature drops causing hypothermia and infrastructure failures.
• •Air pollution events contribute to over 7 million premature deaths annually according to the World Health Organization.
• •Urban heat island effects can make cities 5-7°C warmer than surrounding rural areas during heatwaves.