Whoa! 🌪️🌨️ The United States just can't catch a break! In the first half of 2024, the U.S. was slammed by 15 massive climate disasters, each causing over $1 billion in damages. That's a whole lot of cash! 💰
According to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), these disasters included 13 severe storm events and 2 winter storms. Talk about a wild weather ride! ⛈️❄️
The nation's top weather agency dropped this info earlier this week, highlighting how these extreme weather events are impacting communities and the economy. It's a wake-up call for everyone to pay attention to climate change and its real-world effects. 🌍💡
From coast to coast, people are feeling the heat (and the cold!). Let's hope the second half of the year brings better weather vibes! 🙏☀️
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U.S. loses billions to climate disasters in first half of 2024
cgtn.com
