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Demand Urgent Action on Climate-Driven Hurricanes and Strengthen Disaster Preparedness in the Caribbean
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Target: US Congress, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), Caribbean regional governments
Goal: We call on federal and regional authorities to take immediate, science-based action to address the climate crisis, reverse cuts to disaster response agencies, and protect vulnerable communities from the escalating dangers of extreme weather.
Hurricane Erin, which rapidly intensified to a Category 5 storm before being downgraded, is a stark warning of the new reality facing the Caribbean and Atlantic regions. Scientists have linked the increased frequency and intensity of such storms to human-driven climate change, primarily caused by the burning of fossil fuels. The National Hurricane Center has warned of flash floods, landslides, and life-threatening surf threatening Puerto Rico, the Bahamas, and neighboring islands.
Despite these escalating risks, NOAA and other critical agencies have faced budget cuts and layoffs, undermining their capacity to forecast storms and protect lives. We cannot afford to ignore the science or weaken our disaster preparedness. The safety and resilience of millions depend on robust climate action and fully funded emergency services.
We urge policymakers to act now to address the root causes of climate change, restore funding to essential agencies, and implement comprehensive disaster preparedness measures for all at-risk communities.
Key Demands
- Restore and increase funding for NOAA and the National Hurricane Center to ensure accurate forecasting and timely disaster response.
- Implement and enforce ambitious policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, including a rapid transition away from fossil fuels.
- Expand and strengthen disaster preparedness and response infrastructure in the Caribbean and US coastal regions, prioritizing vulnerable communities.
- Support international cooperation and funding for climate adaptation and resilience in Caribbean nations most impacted by hurricanes.
- Ensure transparent, science-based communication from government agencies about storm risks and climate impacts.
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