The Age·5 min read·medium

The everyday Aussies who can’t afford another flood, drought or fire disaster

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Gay Alcorn, Michael Bachelard, Caitlin Fitzsimmons, Bianca Hall
The everyday Aussies who can’t afford another flood, drought or fire disaster
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Residents in Australian regions prone to climate disasters are struggling to adapt as the frequency of floods, fires, and extreme heat increases. Many families feel trapped in vulnerable homes, unable to afford relocation or find safer alternatives.

“Adaptation” has not been at the forefront of climate change discussions, but many experts argue it is time to learn to prepare for – not simply react to – the growing number of climate-linked disasters.

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