BUILDING RESILIENCE IN THE FACE OF UNCERTAINTY IDA's Multi-Faceted Approach to Crisis Preparedness Saves Lives This page in:English Español Français العربية

https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/immersive-story/2024/06/21/building-resilience-in-the-face-of-uncertainty?_gl=1*5csxoz*_gcl_au*MjA3Njg0MDQ0NC4xNzIwMjY5MjYy Over 400 natural disasters occur worldwide each year, placing millions of people at risk, particularly those living in countries supported by the International Development Association (IDA). In 2023, these disasters resulted in a staggering $250 billion loss and claimed 74,000 lives globally. Severe regional storms were responsible for 76% of the economic losses. Furthermore, the looming climate change is expected to trigger even more destructive weather events in coastal regions worldwide, underscoring the urgency of the situation.