Halfway through 2025, the U.S. has already racked up a jaw-dropping $93 billion in weather-related damage 🌪️💸. From record-breaking wildfires in California to devastating tornadoes in Missouri, extreme events are driving costs through the roof—and peak hurricane season is just getting started.
What’s fueling these soaring bills? Experts point to hotter summers, drier forests and warmer oceans—all warning signs of global climate shifts. When forests bake in heat and drought, a single spark can ignite massive blazes. In the Midwest, stronger wind-driven tornado outbreaks are leaving a trail of destruction and hefty repair bills.
It might sound far from home, but many in South Asia and Southeast Asia know the drill: monsoon floods and typhoon warnings. The U.S. is now facing its own version of mega-storms—just with bigger price tags!
And don’t forget hurricane season (June to November). Each storm brings flooding, power outages and road closures. Insurance claims stack up fast when entire neighborhoods need rebuilding or buyouts.
Across the country, from L.A. firefighters battling flames to startup teams crafting smarter early-warning apps, tech and on-the-ground heroes are racing to adapt. But as costs climb, communities coast to coast are asking: what’s next? 🔥🌊
Reference(s):
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