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Why is there an increase in natural disasters on Earth?

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Scientists believe the increase in hydro-meteorological disasters is due to a combination of natural and made-made factors. Global warming is increasing the temperatures of the Earth's oceans and atmosphere, leading to more intense storms of all types, including hurricanes. read more

There is no increase in natural disasters on Earth. We just know more about them now. We’ve had worst disasters in the past. I do agree there’s climate change..but it’s like 2017 is suddently a disastrous year .. check statistics from the last 20 years to get a better perspective. read more

Taiwan was singled out as being the place on Earth most vulnerable to natural disasters, with 73 percent of it's land and population exposed to three or more threats. The good news is that the number of deaths from natural disasters has decreased substantially in recent decades thanks to better disaster preparedness and prevention programs. read more

According to AccuWeather, since 1990, natural disasters have affected 217 million people every single year. From 1980 to 2009 there was an 80 percent increase in the growth of climate-related disasters. Between 2001 and 2010, more than $1.2 trillion was lost to the increased rates of natural disasters. read more