The dismantling of climate disaster preparedness in the USA

Following the devastating flash floods that hit Texas on July 4–7, 2025, many experts have expressed concerns that budget cuts by the Trump administration exacerbated the crisis. These fears are not unfounded as a systematic dismantling of climate disaster preparedness infrastructure is apparent in new White House policies.

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Journal
The Lancet Planetary Health
Published
2025-08-29
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.lanplh.2025.101316
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1
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Disaster Management and Resilience
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The dismantling of climate disaster preparedness in the USA

Colleen McQuillan
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The Lancet Planetary Health
Disaster Management and Resilience
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The dismantling of climate disaster preparedness in the USA

Colleen McQuillan
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Abstract

Following the devastating flash floods that hit Texas on July 4–7, 2025, many experts have expressed concerns that budget cuts by the Trump administration exacerbated the crisis. These fears are not unfounded as a systematic dismantling of climate disaster preparedness infrastructure is apparent in new White House policies.

The Lancet Planetary HealthVol. 9(9)
Climate action
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