John, here's why climate change is making hurricanes worse AND what we’re doing about it.

Two weeks ago, Hurricane Beryl set a record as the earliest Category 5 hurricane observed in the Atlantic. With winds greater than 157 miles per hour, Category 5 hurricanes are deadly, destroying homes and leading to power outages that can last months.

Beryl’s explosive intensity was partly fueled by record warm ocean temperatures –– closer to what would be observed in September, peak hurricane season.

Climate change is making major storms like Beryl more frequent, severe and costly. According to the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, the 1980s saw around three weather and climate disasters each year that caused more than $1 billion in damage. In 2023, there were 28 –– almost 10 times as many.

When it comes to major hurricanes, slashing climate pollution will help in the long term. But in the short term, these weather disasters are here to stay, so we need to adapt. Here are a few places where EDF is helping communities build resilience:

# In Houston, Texas, researchers from EDF and partner organizations examined toxic flooding –– what happens when storms like Beryl increase the risk of toxic accidents, from explosions to leaking chemicals into floodwaters. Learn more here:
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# In New York City, EDF and partners are researching how affordable housing is impacted by flood risk and how to protect residents, including by increasing green infrastructure, which provide environmental benefits and flood protection. Learn more here:
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# In Culebra, Puerto Rico, EDF worked with local organizations to install solar and battery systems to provide an independent, resilient power source for homes. The solar installations can withstand winds up to 180 miles per hour! Learn more here:
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John, thanks to the support of people like you in our EDF community, we’re working to slash climate pollution and protect communities from storms we’re already experiencing.

Thank you for all you do,

Anne Russell Gregory
Manager, Online Member Engagement

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