Consider This from NPR One Uprooted Life At A Time, Climate Change Drives An American Migration
Feb 28, 2023
Jake Bittle, author of "The Great Displacement: Climate Change and the Next American Migration," discusses the increasing clout of climate-fueled displacement in the U.S. He shares the poignant story of Margaret Elysia Garcia, who struggled to rebuild her life after the devastating Dixie Fire. Through conversations about droughts and floods reshaping communities, Bittle emphasizes the urgency of understanding how these disasters drive migration trends, highlighting inequalities in recovery and resilience across various demographics.
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Leaving Greenville
- Margaret Elysia Garcia, a resident of Greenville, CA, struggled to rebuild her life after the 2021 Dixie Fire.
- She eventually left due to ongoing trauma, power outages, and mudslides.
Displacement vs. Migration
- Climate change is causing chaotic displacement, not just migration.
- People don't want to leave their homes and often move short distances without clear destinations.
Exacerbated Inequality
- After the Tubbs Fire in Santa Rosa, CA, a housing crisis intensified.
- Wealthy individuals outbid others for limited rentals, displacing lower-income residents.
