Quote by Jeff Goodell

In the U.S. alone, weather disasters caused $50 billion in economic damages in 2010.

In the U.S. alone, weather disasters caused $50 billion in e

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This quote highlights the significant economic impact of weather disasters in the United States in the year 2010. It indicates that such disasters resulted in a total of $50 billion in damages, showing the immense financial burden and destruction caused by extreme weather events. This serves as a reminder of the importance of disaster preparedness, mitigation efforts, and investing in climate resilience to reduce future economic losses and protect communities from the consequences of climate change.

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