I can’t get over how egregiously wrong this NYT article is
Vulnerability to weather extremes is currently lower than it has ever been – in rich and poor countries — ever!
This is one of the most significant science, technology & policy success stories of the past century👍 pic.twitter.com/6CKlYgbzdW
— The Honest Broker (@RogerPielkeJr) July 18, 2021
But what about flood vulnerability in Europe?
Sharply down over the past 150 yearsDoes that mean no floods? No tragic loss of life and damage?
No of course notReducing vulnerability is never completed but the trends are remarkable & that’s good newshttps://t.co/zhMjRVP05I pic.twitter.com/uz3qa4Orm1
— The Honest Broker (@RogerPielkeJr) July 18, 2021
My 2 cents ⤵️ pic.twitter.com/9Cea4nbrer
— The Honest Broker (@RogerPielkeJr) July 18, 2021