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Quantifying how homeless individuals in the U.S. are impacted by climate change and wildfires
Four recently published studies led by UCLA researchers highlight the role of climate change and displacement on homeless populations across the United States—and that recovery planning should focus on risks to those already without…
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Four UCLA‑led studies examine how climate change and displacement affect U.S. homeless populations. The national study, covering all 50 states and the District of Columbia, found that each home lost to climate‑related events is linked to a 1‑percentage‑point rise in homelessness per 10,000 people. The research suggests that recovery planning should prioritize risks to those already without shelter or who lose housing because of disasters. The findings highlight the need for targeted support for vulnerable communities during climate‑induced displacement.
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