Experts say Typhoon Yolanda-like supertyphoon is seen to be normal in the Philippines in the coming years as a result of climate change, Albay Gov. Joey Salceda revealed, echoing findings made by a panel of climate experts submitted to the United Nations.
Findings in 2013 from World Meteorological Organization (WMO) saw heavier precipitation, more intense heat and more damage from storm surges and coastal flooding as a result of sea level rise. This was the case seen before Typhoon Haiyan (Yolanda) hit the Philippines so tragically.
Governor Salceda said that the Green Climate Fund (GCF) is working on the details that would establish an initial $14 billion in funds for programs to deal with climate change worldwide.
The GCF aims to raise $100 billion funds by 2020 for international programs to deal with climate change.
Salceda said the Philippines could benefit from those funds. “Yolanda would no longer be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but could be the norm for the Philippines in the future.”
“We need to be prepared,” he added.
Albay Gov. Joey Salceda was elected to the GCF Board that oversees GCF in October 2013.
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