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Manila 2nd most at risk from climate change among cities in 197 countries
2013-03-23 15:00:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
GMA: Of the major urban centers in 197 countries included in a study, Manila was among seven cities that face the highest exposure to the adverse impacts of climate change, British-based Maplecroft consultancy risk revealed. In its Climate Change Vulnerability Index 2013, Maplecroft identified Manila as a city facing extreme risks from the onset of climate change. The Philippine capital jumped eight spots to second place this year from the previous study that placed Manila at 10th place. Apart from...
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