Loss of 288 billion dollars and death of 2000 people… The biggest disasters of 2024

In the year 2024, climate disasters caused massive destruction. They left such wounds that the world will never forget. These disasters took the lives of more than 2000 people. Not only this, there was a loss of more than 228 billion dollars. These disasters have caused the most devastation in the poorest countries. Information about the economic losses and people killed due to major disasters in the world has been given in the report 'Counting the Cost 2024: A Year of Climate Breakdown'.

The report says that no part of the world will remain untouched by disastrous events in 2024. However, 4 events in North America and 3 in Europe have reported 7 of the 10 most expensive disasters. The other 3 have been recorded in China, Brazil, and South-East Asian countries.

1. The report released by Christian Aid says that these estimates are related to the loss based on insurance. This directly indicates that the figure of financial loss can be even bigger. The name of the landslide in Wayanad, Kerala is not on this list. More than 200 people were killed in this disaster.
2. According to the report, this year Hurricane Milton caused massive destruction in America. This storm that came in October caused a loss of 60 billion. However, if compared to the Wayanad landslide, the death toll here is only 25. Despite this, this disaster has been placed in the first place. As we have already told this report is based on financial loss.
3. Apart from Milton, Hurricane Helen caused havoc in America, Cuba, and Mexico. This storm took the lives of 232 people. There was a loss of 55 billion. Hurricane Boris caused havoc in Europe. Floods in Spain and Germany caused a loss of 13.87 billion dollars.

Governments should focus on environmental solutions in 2025

This report gives a big advice to the governments for the coming year. The report says that governments should focus on environmental solutions in 2025. Focus on reducing emissions. Fulfill your promises. Climate change affects the world in different ways.