Environment and Vulnerability - GDRC
increase in vulnerability and the frequency and intensity of natural hazards. Some examples include: land degradation, deforestation, desertification, wildland fires, loss of biodiversity, land, water and air pollution, climate change, sea level rise and ozone depletion. Environment and disaster: In terms4 Environment and disaster risk
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