climate change and the resilience of filipinos
climate change Climate change is one of the greatest global challenges of our time, and the Philippines is among the countries most vulnerable to its impacts. As an archipelago located in the Pacific Ring of Fire and the typhoon belt, the country faces increasing risks from natural disasters such as typhoons, floods, droughts, rising sea levels, and extreme heat. These hazards threaten not only the environment but also the economy, food security, health, and livelihoods of millions of Filipinos. Climate Change in the Philippines: A Growing Threat In recent decades, the Philippines has experienced: Stronger and more frequent typhoons , such as Super Typhoon Yolanda (Haiyan) in 2013, which claimed over 6,000 lives and displaced millions. Rising sea levels , threatening low-lying areas and coastal communities. Intensified droughts and floods , disrupting agriculture and water supply. Coral bleaching and biodiversity loss , affecting fisheries and tourism. These changes di...