Severe weather disproportionately impacts Oklahoma's Native communities, study shows

NORMAN, Okla.—A recent study led by researchers at the University of Oklahoma projects that Native Americans in Oklahoma will have approximately five times the increased risk of heavy rainfall by the end of the century-notably 68% higher than the state's general population.

As the climate, demographics and land usage continue to change, tribal communities in Oklahoma are increasingly at risk of severe weather. A recent study led by Yang Hong with the University of Oklahoma examines these changes and the risks they pose.

"Indigenous communities are grappling with an imminent climate crisis comp...

 
 
Rendered 09/09/2024 09:31