Heavy landslides in wayanad, Kerala: A case of climate change?
By: Thomas, C. George
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BookPublisher: Economic & Political Weekly Description: 37(14), 14 Sep, 2024: p.14-17.Subject(s): Environment, Climate Change, Landslides, Wayanad, Kerala, Western Ghats, Natural Disaster, Adaptation Strategies, Mitigation Strategies, Disaster Studies, Vulnerability, Resilience
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Economic & Political WeeklySummary: The recent landslide disaster in Wayanad, Kerala on 30 July 2024 killed 231 people and left 119 missing, causing widespread destruction. This tragedy has reignited debate over the role of climate change in intensifying natural disasters in the Western Ghats. Evidence suggests that the increasing frequency and severity of landslides are linked to climate change, highlighting the vulnerability of ecologically sensitive regions. The paper underscores the urgent need for effective adaptation and mitigation strategies to address climate-driven risks, strengthen resilience, and protect communities in disaster-prone areas. The recent landslide disaster in Wayanad, Kerala on 30 July 2024 killed 231 people and 119 still missing, leaving behind a trail of great destruction. The Wayanad landslide tragedy has reignited an intense discussion over how the Western Ghats have been severely affected by climate change. The increasing frequency and intensity of landslides, driven by climate change, point out the critical need for effective adaptation and mitigation strategies.- Reproduced
https://www.epw.in/journal/2024/37/commentary/heavy-landslides-wayanad-kerala.html
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The recent landslide disaster in Wayanad, Kerala on 30 July 2024 killed 231 people and left 119 missing, causing widespread destruction. This tragedy has reignited debate over the role of climate change in intensifying natural disasters in the Western Ghats. Evidence suggests that the increasing frequency and severity of landslides are linked to climate change, highlighting the vulnerability of ecologically sensitive regions. The paper underscores the urgent need for effective adaptation and mitigation strategies to address climate-driven risks, strengthen resilience, and protect communities in disaster-prone areas. The recent landslide disaster in Wayanad, Kerala on 30 July 2024 killed 231 people and 119 still missing, leaving behind a trail of great destruction. The Wayanad landslide tragedy has reignited an intense discussion over how the Western Ghats have been severely affected by climate change. The increasing frequency and intensity of landslides, driven by climate change, point out the critical need for effective adaptation and mitigation strategies.- Reproduced
https://www.epw.in/journal/2024/37/commentary/heavy-landslides-wayanad-kerala.html
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