1. Climate change ¡We must prepare For the future! Toledo Toledo Lourdes Daniela 403 B

2. Preparing for the Future Because carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases have been building up in the atmosphere, climate change is already happening, and more changes will affect people and the environment in many ways.

3. So.. what can we do? Planning for both the immediate and future impacts of climate change. Help keep societies healthy and strong by making it easier for people to successfully adapt to the changes that lie ahead. What for?

4. Some of the ways people can prepare for climate change

5. Prepare for Droughts and Wildfires Higher temperatures brought on by climate change are expected to: ➔ Increase the amount of moisture that evaporates from land and water ➔ Shift rainfall patterns ➔ Create more frequent and severe droughts ➔ Increase the ikelihood of wildfires

6. Droughts Who Is Most Affected? ● Farmers ● Ranchers ● People living in places that are already dry To Prepare for the Future... Plant crops and grasses (livestock) that can handle drought Landscape your yard with plants that don't require a lot of water Use water–efficient appliances and fixtures in your home

7. Wildfires Who Is Most Affected? ➔ People living in wildfire– prone areas, such as California and the Rocky Mountain states ➔ People with asthma or other lung or heart conditions ➔ Campers ➔ Hikers To Prepare for the Future... ➔ Avoid building homes in extremely fire–prone areas ➔ Build homes that are more fire resistant ➔ Plant fire–resistant shrubs and trees around homes

8. Prepare for Severe weather ➔ Heavy storms and hurricanes are expected to become stronger and cause more damage to coastal communities. ➔ Heavy storms and flooding also affect people who live in floodplains near rivers, or in cities that don't have good drainage.

9. Severe storms and hurricanes Who Is Most Affected? People living near the coast People living in low–lying areas that flood easily Tourists and beachgoers Businesses that depend on tourists To Prepare for the Future... Build houses that can withstand strong storms Don't build in areas that are likely to flood Set up reinforced shelters for people who cannot evacuate Preserve natural barriers like sand dunes that provide protection against storms

10. Flooding Who Is Most Affected? People living near rivers and streams People who live in areas with poor drainage Farmers To Prepare for the Future... Avoid building homes in floodplains Plant flood–resistant crops Preserve wetlands and other places that can store water

11. Prepare for HEALTH Heat waves, air pollution, allergens like pollen and ragweed, and diseases linked to climate already threaten people's health in many areas of the world. Global climate change will increase these threats. ➔ Warmer climate ➔ Warmer weather ➔ Warmer temperatures

12. Heat Waves Who Is Most Affected? People living in cities Children and elderly people People who are poor or living alone and without air conditioning People with lung or heart diseases To Prepare for the Future... Set up warning systems to alert people about heat emergencies Set up emergency cooling centers for people without air conditioning Make cities “cooler” by planting more trees and creating more parks If a Heat Wave Happens... Stay inside where it is cool Drink plenty of fluids Wear cool, loose clothing and hats if you go outdoors

13. Who Is Most Affected? People in hot, tropical areas Campers, hikers, and others who spend time outdoors To Prepare for the Future... Track cases of infectious disease to see if they are spreading Make sure people get proper health care and vaccines Disease To Keep From Getting Sick... Wear long sleeves and pants to avoid insect bites Use insect repellent Know the symptoms of diseases and seek immediate medical attention if you suspect a problem

14. Air Pollution and Allergens Who Is Most Affected? People with allergies and asthma (especially children) People with heart or lung diseases People living in cities To Prepare for the Future... Track allergy hotspots Reduce air pollution To Protect Your Health... Check the daily air quality forecast in the newspaper, on TV. Limit outdoor exercise when air pollution is high

15. We must be aware of changes to come. We need to be prepared and avoid extreme consequences for future generations. THINK! LET'S SAVE OUR PLANET OR IT WILL NOT LAST VERY LONG. CONCLUSION