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Why the US is more prone to weather disasters

America's battle with nature

Why the US is more prone to weather disasters
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StarsInsider
10/07/2026 12:00 ‧ 3 hours ago | StarsInsider

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Climate crisis

In 2025 alone, the US experienced 23 weather and climate disasters costing at least US$115 billion each in damages. That is a staggering figure and one that cannot be ignored. These disasters are fueled by the nation's vast and diverse geography, which has everything from hurricane-prone coastlines to tornado alleys and wildfire-vulnerable regions. Additionally, human-driven climate change is intensifying these events, making them more frequent and severe.

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