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Extreme heat, wildfires and storms are disrupting the economy

The compounded effects of heat, fire, drought and storms are reinforcing the idea that new investments will be needed to cope with growing climate risks, according to coverage from the New York Times.

Reported · Written up by our desk · Europe

The New York Times reports that repeated extreme weather, including heat waves, wildfires, drought conditions, and storms, is creating ongoing economic disruption.

The outlet says these events are helping cement the view that adaptation and mitigation will require new investments, as the frequency and severity of climate impacts persist.

Coverage characterizes the continuing cycle of heat, fire, smoke, and storm impacts as a broader economic challenge rather than isolated weather events.

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