Disaster Research Notes 
Is Mother Nature really to blame for disasters costing $320 billion in 2024? This eye-opening analysis reveals why hurricanes, floods, and wildfires might start naturally, but their devastating impacts stem directly from human decisions and vulnerabilities we’ve created.
Based on two decades of disaster research, discover why communities with strong social connections recover faster than isolated ones, and why this social resilience matters just as much as physical infrastructure. Learn about the alarming “protection gap” as insurance companies abandon high-risk markets precisely when protection is needed most.
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This video is a shared journey towards greater awareness, crafted with AI assistance and validated with care. However, the quest for knowledge is never complete. I welcome your insights and corrections in the comments below, as they enrich our collective understanding. Together, let’s explore and learn. Thank you for joining this exploration.
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Incorrect: So many businesses had proper insurance – they never recovered.
Correct: So many businesses lacked proper insurance that they never recovered.
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