Who are the main victims of natural disasters?

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Natural disasters lead to damaged property, loss of life, psychological trauma, displaced individuals and families, among other consequences. According to the World Meteorological Organisation, the number of natural disasters has increased five times since 1970. Researchers from all over the whole world have dedicated their careers to studying natural disasters. And they all agree on one thing. The poorer people are, the more likely they are to suffer the consequences. There’s a bitter irony to the fact that countries that have contributed the least to climate change are being hit the hardest by climate-related events.  Are there any figures to back that up? Are there differences within a single country? What about other forms of inequality? In under 3 minutes, we answer your questions! To listen to the latest episodes, click here: ⁠⁠What is the Koh-i-noor diamond and why is it causing so many problems for the Queen consort?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is Truth Social?⁠⁠ ⁠⁠What is the Karpman drama triangle?⁠⁠ A Bababam Originals podcast written and produced by Joseph Chance. First broadcast : 9/11/2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices