Climate Change and Weather Events

The video explores the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events globally, such as heatwaves, droughts, floods, and tropical cyclones, and their link to climate change. It highlights the impacts on regions like Pakistan, East Africa, and the South Pacific, and discusses adaptation strategies, including early warning systems and community-based approaches, to mitigate these effects.

What are some of the extreme weather events mentioned in the introduction?

• Heat waves and wildfires

• Tornadoes and hurricanes

• Blizzards and hailstorms

• Sandstorms and dust devils

What is a flash drought?

• A drought that is caused by volcanic activity

• A drought that occurs suddenly and rapidly

• A drought that lasts for several years

• A drought that only affects coastal areas

How much above normal was the monsoon rainfall in Pakistan in 2022?

• 200%

• 175%

• 150%

• 100%

What is one of the main concerns for low-lying nations regarding climate change?

• Increased snowfall

• Rising sea levels

• More frequent earthquakes

• Higher wind speeds

What was the most intense tropical cyclone on record in the southern hemisphere?

• Cyclone Pam

• Cyclone Yasi

• Cyclone Gita

• Cyclone Winston

What has been the trend in the frequency of droughts in East Africa since 2010?

• Decreasing

• Increasing

• Staying the same

• Fluctuating randomly

What was the estimated number of excess deaths caused by the drought in East Africa in 2022?

• 43,000

• 30,000

• 20,000

• 10,000

What is one of the key strategies used in Nepal for climate adaptation?

• Increasing fossil fuel usage

• Implementing local adaptation plans

• Relocating entire cities

• Building large dams

What is a nature-based solution mentioned in the South Pacific for climate resilience?

• Building nuclear power plants

• Increasing deforestation

• Stabilizing riverbanks

• Constructing skyscrapers

What percentage of funds for climate change is committed to the local level in Nepal's adaptation framework?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%