How lethal humidity threatens to displace millions in our region
Lethal humidity is becoming a significant threat in our region, particularly in Indonesia, where high humidity levels are exacerbated by rising temperatures. New research indicates that this combination could lead to massive population displacement and increased mortality rates. Policymakers are urged to prepare for the cascading effects of climate change, including food insecurity and community displacement.
- ▪Indonesia is identified as the region most at risk from lethal humidity due to climate change.
- ▪Heat stress is already a leading cause of death, with heatwaves resulting in more fatalities than any other natural hazard in Australia.
- ▪The Northern Territory is particularly vulnerable to rising humidity conditions as global temperatures increase.
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| Original publisher | The Sydney Morning Herald |
| Canonical URL | https://www.smh.com.au/environment/climate-change/how-lethal-humidity-threatens-to-displace-millions-in-our-region-20260525-p600j0.html?ref=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_source=rss_feed |
| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +1000 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-26T19:02:54.011Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-26T19:02:54.011Z |
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