Even Weak Tropical Cyclones Raise Infant Mortality in Poorer Countries, Finds Research

Even weak tropical cyclones raise infant mortality in poorer countries, finds research

Tropical cyclones, including storms below hurricane and typhoon strength, were associated with a sharp rise in infant mortality in low- and middle-income countries during the first two decades of this century, according to new research published in Science Advances. The findings point to a critical need for stronger disaster response and child health protections in vulnerable regions, especially as climate change increases the frequency and seve…

Tropical cyclones increase infant mortality in poorer

A USC-led study finds that even storms below hurricane strength significantly increase infant deaths in low- and middle-income countries, and not just for the reasons experts expected. The post Even weak tropical cyclones raise infant mortality in poorer countries appeared first on USC.

Storms below hurricane strength significantly increase infant mortality in poorer countries

A new study finds that even storms below hurricane strength significantly increase infant deaths in low- and middle-income countries.

USC Study Finds Even Mild Tropical Cyclones Increase Infant Mortality in

Tropical cyclones have long been recognized for their immediate and devastating destruction—flattened homes, flooded communities, and displaced populations. However, groundbreaking research recently published in Science Advances uncovers a more insidious impact of these storms: a significant increase in infant mortality within low- and middle-income countries during the early 21st century. This new evidence reveals that the perils of tropical cy…