The Philippines, a proud country formed with islands or so we call an archipelago in Southeast Asia, is highly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. We face so many threats posing in the environments, but climate change has been one of the general problems to this modern day & age. Rising temperatures, sea-level rise, and extreme weather events have become a new normal, adversely affecting many Filipinos' lives and living
conditions—we learned to adjust to the new surrounding even how toxic it seemed, instead of making a change. The country's geographical location, with its long coastline and tropical climate, makes it prone to natural disasters like typhoons, floods, and droughts. So we are at a disadvantage in terms of these disasters.
One of the predominant reasons for the sudden or progressive change in our environment is that the negative impacts happening around the world like: increasing global temperature, which led to a more frequent and intense weather events. The Philippines has experienced some of the strongest typhoons in recent years, such as Super Typhoon Haiyan in 2013, which devastated the country and left thousands of left deceased people that was shone by the rage of the storm, some even were displaced. Sea-level rise is another major concern, with the country facing the threat of coastal erosion, flooding, and saltwater intrusion into freshwater sources. This has significant implications for the livelihoods of millions of Filipinos who depend on agriculture, fishing, and tourism.
The impacts of climate change are far-reaching, affecting not only the environment but also the economy and human health. Rising temperatures and changing precipitation patterns alter the distribution and abundance of disease vectors, increasing the risk of waterborne diseases like cholera and typhoid. Moreover, climate-related stressors contribute to mental health issues, particularly among vulnerable populations like children and women. The economic costs of climate-related disasters are also staggering, with damage to infrastructure, agriculture, and tourism estimated to run into billions of pesos.
Despite these challenges, Filipinos have shown remarkable resilience in the face of climate-related disasters. Community-based disaster risk reduction and management initiatives have been instrumental in promoting climate resilience and adaptation. The government has also launched various programs and policies to address climate change, including the Climate Change Act of 2009, which created the Climate Change Commission to
oversee the country's climate agenda. Filipinos resiliency should be studied because of how patient and strong wielded they are even when a strong typhoon strikes and destroy their homes, crops, and belongings. However, more needs to be done to address the root causes of climate change and to support vulnerable communities in building their resilience to its impacts.
In conclusion, climate change is a pressing issue that requires immediate attention and action. The Philippines, with its high vulnerability to climate-related disasters, must prioritize climate resilience and adaptation in its development agenda. By working together, Filipinos can build a more resilient future and mitigate the worst impacts of climate change.
References:
https://earth.org/data_
https://www.oxfamamerica.org/
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