The hidden toll taken by tropical storms

A study published in Nature reveals that tropical storms result in significantly more deaths than officially reported, with an estimated 7,170 to 11,430 early deaths per storm. Hurricane Helene has left a trail of destruction in the Southeastern US, prompting frantic searches for missing loved ones. This stark contrast to the average of 24 direct deaths per storm recorded by government agencies underscores the need for improved disaster response measures.

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