Hurricanes, Data, and Climate Narratives

This chapter examines the discourse on hurricanes and their perceived increase in frequency and intensity, revealing a decline in actual hurricane counts over the last 40 years. The authors critique the framing of data and argue that economic damages are often tied to urban development rather than climate change. They also explore the complexities of climate change discussions, highlighting improvements in human conditions due to technology and questioning oversimplified narratives.

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