How does climate change affect animals? So many ecosystems are affected everyday by the changing climate. Whether it’s the oceans, forests, or even the swamps. Some animals are affected by it more than others. The U.S. Department of the Interior states that polar bears have kind of become and icon for climate change. They have one of the hardest times trying to get through this awful change. It’s hard for them to find new habitats to live and mate in because of all of the melting ice. This also makes it harder for them to fish and find food.
The numbers of animals all around the world are dropping due to the loss of habitat and the changing of climate. The Guardian, an online newspaper, states that since 1970 climate change due to humans has wiped out 60 percent of animal’s populations. The same newspaper informs us that 300 mammal species are on the verge of becoming extinct. Climate change is also affecting the oceans wildlife. One species in particular is the Orcas. They are dying because of chemicals that get into the oceans waters. These chemicals come from the gases that are released into the atmosphere. Not only are humans being affected by climate change, but animals are as well. Humans rely on animals for food, clothes, and other products. Without animals, we have hardly nothing. The numbers of animal populations that are dropping due to something that humans caused is insane. I don’t know about you, but when I grow up I want my children to experience the world in an amazing way. I want them to be able to breathe the fresh air and see new species of animals. However, this is not going to happen unless you and everyone else around you tries to make a difference in the world. “9 Animals That Are Feeling the Impacts of Climate Change.” U.S. Department of the Interior, 18 Dec. 2018, www.doi.gov/blog/9-animals-are-feeling-impacts-climate-change. Carrington, Damian. “Humanity Has Wiped out 60% of Animal Populations since 1970, Report Finds.” The Guardian, Guardian News and Media, 30 Oct. 2018, www.theguardian.com/environment/2018/oct/30/humanity-wiped-out-animals-since-1970-major-report-finds. |
The change in weather.
Ground breaking data has been revealed about what climate change is doing to our weather patterns. Records are being broken for the hottest and driest summers, and the harsh winters. Yet humans don’t see that we are the ones causing this dramatic change in weather. Some of the storms that are being caused due to climate change are deadly, take hurricane Matthew for instance. According to the National Hurricane Center this hurricane occurred just three years ago and it killed 586 people.
The Union of Concerned Scientist states that sea levels have risen more than 8 inches since the 1880. This might not seem like a big deal, but it is because it causes higher risks for flooding. Summers are becoming harder because wildfires are beginning to show up more often and becoming harder to control. This is because the summers are becoming more dry which causes the plant life to catch fire easier. Hurricanes are showing up more and more every year. Not only that, every time they come back they are strong and destroy everything in their path.
The National Climate Assessment states that both Texas and Oklahoma set records in 2011. Both states went 100 days with over 100° weather. This weather caused $10 billion dollars in loss of agriculture. Heavy raining seasons have caused all types of floods especially in the Midwest and Northeast. From 1980 to 2009 floods caused 4,586 deaths in the US. Other natural disaster such as tornadoes and blizzards are on the rise as well. On average, every year natural disasters claim 68,000 lives. Shouldn’t this be an indication that everyone is at risk because natural disasters are becoming more frequent and powerful every time they come up. What if your state, city, or community is next? Please help stop climate change by riding on a bike if you can, carpooling, and something as simple as recycling. There are so many people in the is world but one person can make a huge difference.
Stewart, Stacy R. “Hurricane Matthew.” NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER TROPICAL CYCLONE REPORT, National Hurricane Center, 7 Apr. 2017, www.nhc.noaa.gov/data/tcr/AL142016_Matthew.pdf.
"Global Warming Impacts.” Union of Concerned Scientists, www.ucsusa.org/our-work/global-warming/science-and-impacts/global-warming-impacts.
“The Human Cost of Natural Disasters: a Global Perspective.” The Human Cost of Natural Disasters: a Global Perspective | PreventionWeb.net, www.preventionweb.net/publications/view/42895.
“Extreme Weather.” Extreme Weather, National Climate Assessment , nca2014.globalchange.gov/highlights/report-findings/extreme-weather.
The Union of Concerned Scientist states that sea levels have risen more than 8 inches since the 1880. This might not seem like a big deal, but it is because it causes higher risks for flooding. Summers are becoming harder because wildfires are beginning to show up more often and becoming harder to control. This is because the summers are becoming more dry which causes the plant life to catch fire easier. Hurricanes are showing up more and more every year. Not only that, every time they come back they are strong and destroy everything in their path.
The National Climate Assessment states that both Texas and Oklahoma set records in 2011. Both states went 100 days with over 100° weather. This weather caused $10 billion dollars in loss of agriculture. Heavy raining seasons have caused all types of floods especially in the Midwest and Northeast. From 1980 to 2009 floods caused 4,586 deaths in the US. Other natural disaster such as tornadoes and blizzards are on the rise as well. On average, every year natural disasters claim 68,000 lives. Shouldn’t this be an indication that everyone is at risk because natural disasters are becoming more frequent and powerful every time they come up. What if your state, city, or community is next? Please help stop climate change by riding on a bike if you can, carpooling, and something as simple as recycling. There are so many people in the is world but one person can make a huge difference.
Stewart, Stacy R. “Hurricane Matthew.” NATIONAL HURRICANE CENTER TROPICAL CYCLONE REPORT, National Hurricane Center, 7 Apr. 2017, www.nhc.noaa.gov/data/tcr/AL142016_Matthew.pdf.
"Global Warming Impacts.” Union of Concerned Scientists, www.ucsusa.org/our-work/global-warming/science-and-impacts/global-warming-impacts.
“The Human Cost of Natural Disasters: a Global Perspective.” The Human Cost of Natural Disasters: a Global Perspective | PreventionWeb.net, www.preventionweb.net/publications/view/42895.
“Extreme Weather.” Extreme Weather, National Climate Assessment , nca2014.globalchange.gov/highlights/report-findings/extreme-weather.
How does climate change affect human health?
Climate Change doesn’t just affect animals it affects humans as well. Climate change affects human health in so many different ways. In some places its more dangerous than others because the atmosphere is more saturated there. With all of the gases in the air it causes people to breathe in harmful chemicals. Someone who has never had health issues could be affected by the gases in the air. This means that everyone is at risk of developing health issues due to the gases that are being trapped into our atmosphere.
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, ground level ozone is the most dangerous to humans. Especially to people who work outdoors, people with asthma, children, and elders. Ground level ozone causes lung diseases and sometimes severe asthma attacks. This can cause people to die prematurely and be admitted to hospitals due to lung failure. National Geographic states that with the rising temperatures in the summers more people are suffering from heatstroke’s every year. They also state that hotter and more humid days draw out ticks, which means more chances for lime disease to show up.
Our health should be top priority. Everyone around the world should take into consideration both their health and their family’s health. This is proof that everyone around the world is affected by climate change. All that is left to do is to encourage everyone to take a stand against climate change. Remember it only takes one person to make a change.
Faura, Romualdo, et al. “5 Ways Climate Change Will Affect You: Health Risks.” 5 Ways Climate Change Will Affect You: Health Risks | National Geographic, www.nationalgeographic.com/climate-change/how-to-live-with-it/health.html.
“Climate Impacts on Human Health.” EPA, Environmental Protection Agency, 13 Jan. 2017, 19january2017snapshot.epa.gov/climate-impacts/climate-impacts-human-health_.html.
According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, or EPA, ground level ozone is the most dangerous to humans. Especially to people who work outdoors, people with asthma, children, and elders. Ground level ozone causes lung diseases and sometimes severe asthma attacks. This can cause people to die prematurely and be admitted to hospitals due to lung failure. National Geographic states that with the rising temperatures in the summers more people are suffering from heatstroke’s every year. They also state that hotter and more humid days draw out ticks, which means more chances for lime disease to show up.
Our health should be top priority. Everyone around the world should take into consideration both their health and their family’s health. This is proof that everyone around the world is affected by climate change. All that is left to do is to encourage everyone to take a stand against climate change. Remember it only takes one person to make a change.
Faura, Romualdo, et al. “5 Ways Climate Change Will Affect You: Health Risks.” 5 Ways Climate Change Will Affect You: Health Risks | National Geographic, www.nationalgeographic.com/climate-change/how-to-live-with-it/health.html.
“Climate Impacts on Human Health.” EPA, Environmental Protection Agency, 13 Jan. 2017, 19january2017snapshot.epa.gov/climate-impacts/climate-impacts-human-health_.html.