‘Scientific injustice’: Deadly rainfall in Colombia and Venezuela highlights need for more research
Scientists say inconclusive results in a #ClimateAtribution study on deadly #floods and #landslides in #Colombia and #Venezuela expose inequality in #climate research.
Unclear results from a study into the heavy rain which triggered a deadly landslide in Colombia and floods in Venezuela reflect a ‘scientific #injustice’ between rich and poor countries, scientists have warned.
The rapid analysis by #WorldWeatherAttribution could not find clear evidence that #ClimateChange influenced these downpours. But the researchers highlight that high uncertainties in the results mean the possibility of heavier rain should not be ruled out.
Dr Kimutai emphasises that rich countries, which have contributed the most to #GlobalWarming, are able to invest in research to understand how they will be affected by changing weather extremes. Poor countries, which have contributed the least but are the most vulnerable, have limited funds for climate research.