The Caribbean and Southeast Asia are hit the hardest - and Germany - Germany Faces Billions in Losses as Extreme Weather Ravages the Nation
Germany ranks among the top 30 countries most impacted by extreme weather events over the past three decades, with heatwaves posing the gravest threat to its population. The Climate Risk Index reveals a grim picture of economic losses and human casualties.
Heatwaves, storms, and floods have been the primary culprits, causing significant damage and loss of life. Germany has suffered approximately €112 billion in economic damages due to these events since 1995. This figure is part of the global total of over $4.5 trillion in economic losses, resulting from over 9,700 extreme weather events that have claimed more than 830,000 lives worldwide.
While Germany faces considerable challenges, it is not alone. India and China, the two most populous countries, also rank among the top 11 most affected nations. Globally, the Caribbean and Southeast Asia have been the regions most devastated by climate-related disasters, with Dominica, Myanmar, and Honduras topping the list of countries most affected.
In Germany, over 24,400 weather-related deaths and nearly 1.1 million people have experienced health impacts or property losses due to extreme weather events since 1995. As the climate crisis intensifies, understanding and mitigating these risks will be crucial for protecting lives and livelihoods.
