The Philippines is particularly vulnerable to the effects of climate change due to its geographical position within the Pacific typhoon belt and the “Pacific Ring of Fire," resulting in a higher chance of extreme weather incidents such as typhoons, earthquakes, and volcanic activity occur. These phenomena are becoming more severe because of rising global temperatures, which arise from the increased emissions of greenhouse gases due to human activities like burning fossil fuels and deforestation. As global warming continues, Filipinos are facing more intense and strong typhoons, floods, and infrastructure especially among vulnerable people.
The regular increase in sea levels worsens the situation, it can destroy coastal communities and their survival which is fishery. The Philippines is witnessing one of the fastest rates of sea level rise globally, leading to reduced fish populations, poverty due to lack of finding source of food and money. This situation burdens local economies, as many regions rely on natural resources for their daily needs. Moreover, the destruction of the habitat of marine animals decreases the natural defenses and protectors against storms and flooding, which heightens the risks.
Despite attempts to strengthen resilience of the economy, the Philippines continues to face severe obstacles in terms of climate. Low-income communities, particularly those who takes a living on agriculture, are becoming more vulnerable to extreme weather, since it disrupts food production. Although the government is managing disaster risks for the citizens to be more safe and secure which needs comprehensive adaptation strategies. These strategies must tackle both the dangers and the long-term effects of environmental changes to ensure a sustainable future for the Filipinos.
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https://www.pagasa.dost.gov.ph/information/climate-change-in-the-philippines
https://www.undp.org/philippines/publications/fast-facts-building-resilience-climate-change-and-disaster-risk
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