Unicef: One billion children worldwide exposed to at least three climate threats (opens original article in a new tab)

UNICEF reports that over one billion children globally are exposed to at least three climate threats, with the highest impacts in Sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia, particularly from drought, extreme heat, and heat waves.

• More than one billion children face at least three climate hazards according to UNICEF
• Drought, extreme heat, and heat waves are the most common combination affecting 296 million children
• Sub-Saharan Africa and parts of South Asia are identified as hotspots with high proportions of children exposed to climate risks
• Children in countries like Nigeria, Pakistan, and India are among the most affected