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September 15, 2025Journal of the College of Community Physicians of Sri LankaOpen Access

Is climate change turning South Asia into a disaster hotspot and what can we do about it?

Dilanthi Amaratunga

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Climate change is contributing to increased disaster risks in South Asia, threatening both lives and livelihoods.
Natural disasters in the region have become more frequent, with communities facing severe impacts from extreme weather events.
Understanding the connection between climate change and disasters can guide effective risk management and response strategies.
Immediate action is needed to address the vulnerabilities in South Asia and implement measures to mitigate these climate impacts.

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Analysis highlights climate change as a factor increasing disaster risk in South Asia, suggesting urgent actions are necessary.

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synapsesocial.com/papers/68d4508231b076d99fa581bc https://doi.org/10.4038/jccpsl.v31i3.8883

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