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Why the US Is Becoming More Vulnerable to Natural Disasters

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Despite increases in what we know about natural disasters and how to protect ourselves against them, population growth continues along the coasts, where loss of life and property from these disasters are greatest.

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Title: Why the United States Is Becoming More Vulnerable to Natural Disasters
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Science Central - 507677 - Despite increases in what we know about natural disasters and how to protect ourselves against them, population growth continues along the coasts, where loss of life and property from these disasters are greatest.

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