Natural Disasters and Humanitarian Crises: A Global Overview Since 2022
Natural and Humanitarian Disasters Since 2022 Since 2022, the world has witnessed numerous natural disasters and climate fluctuations that significantly impacted millions of people’s lives, causing massive human and material losses. These disasters include earthquakes, floods, fires, hurricanes, droughts, and humanitarian crises arising from these events. Below is an overview of the major events that occurred during this period: --- 2022 1. Hurricane Ian (September 2022) Location: Cuba, United States (Florida) Details: Hurricane Ian, a Category 4 storm, hit parts of Cuba and then Florida, leaving widespread destruction in residential areas. Casualties and Losses: The hurricane resulted in over 150 fatalities and caused damages worth $100 billion. Impact: Over 2.5 million people were displaced in the U.S. and Cuba. 2. Severe Drought in Europe (2022) Location: Europe (France, Spain, Italy, the UK, and others) Details: Europe faced its worst drought in more than 500 years, affecting ...