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2015 - Cities Risks And Timescales

Row numberCity NameAccount NoCountryCity Short NameC40Reporting YearEffects of climate changeMagnitudeAnticipated timescale in yearsImpact descriptionCity LocationCountry Location
101City of Adelaide32480AustraliaAdelaide2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousCurrentImpacts: as per More hot days/Hotter summers. Health and Wellbeing – vulnerable people in the community are more exposed to adverse health outcomes (the elderly, those with a chronic illness or disability, homeless people and those on low incomes).(-34.929°, 138.601°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
102City of Flagstaff54113USAFlagstaff2015DroughtSeriousCurrentLoess snowpack means less regeneration of our aquifers and increased forest fire risk.(35.1992°, -111.6311°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
103City of Flagstaff54113USAFlagstaff2015Frequent/Intense RainfallSeriousCurrentSummer monsoon seasons are already showing more intense precipitation vents, causing community flooding.(35.1992°, -111.6311°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
104City of Flagstaff54113USAFlagstaff2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesExtremely seriousCurrentOur city is in the largest Ponderosa pine forest in the nation, and is at extreme risk for catastrophic forest fires.(35.1992°, -111.6311°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
105City of Flagstaff54113USAFlagstaff2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesLess seriousCurrentFrequent freeze-thaw cycles wreak havoc on our road systems.(35.1992°, -111.6311°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
106City of Flagstaff54113USAFlagstaff2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesLess seriousLong-termFlagstaff's summers are still mild, but if they get warmer in the future, it will be a challenge due to the fact that 90% of the homes do not have air conditioning.(35.1992°, -111.6311°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
107Canberra43928AustraliaCanberra2015DroughtSeriousMedium-termA reduced reliability of rainfall with more frequent and prolonged droughts will impact on: • Potable water availability • Non-potable water availability for city parks and household gardens, decreasing city liveability with consequent wellbeing impacts • Decline in health of ecosystems in nature reserves • Decline in productivity of farms(-35.3075°, 149.1244°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
108Canberra43928AustraliaCanberra2015Frequent/Intense RainfallSeriousMedium-termA longer summer and less rainfall will lead to a decline in productivity of farms.(-35.3075°, 149.1244°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
109Canberra43928AustraliaCanberra2015Storms/FloodsLess seriousMedium-termMore intense rainfall with more frequent storms, damaging winds, and flash flooding will increase damage to public and private buildings and city infrastructure. This will increase living costs and insurance premiums.(-35.3075°, 149.1244°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
110Canberra43928AustraliaCanberra2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousMedium-termHigher temperatures with fewer frosts and more frequent heatwaves, impacting on: • Natural environment ecosystems and species decline; • Farmlands and food / fibre production; and • People vulnerable to heat stress.(-35.3075°, 149.1244°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
111Canberra43928AustraliaCanberra2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousMedium-termAn increase in severe fire weather days will lead to more frequent and more extreme bushfire events, threatening: • life and property in city and rural areas • ecosystems viability • farmland and productivity(-35.3075°, 149.1244°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
112Imsil County51242South KoreaImsil-gun2015DroughtLess seriousMedium-termDrought will likely lead the shortage in water supply and damage on crop.(35.611055°, 127.28266°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
113Imsil County51242South KoreaImsil-gun2015Frequent/Intense RainfallLess seriousMedium-termThe city’s precipitation is expected more increase than Korea’s average, and its impact will likely be great.(35.611055°, 127.28266°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
114Imsil County51242South KoreaImsil-gun2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesLess seriousMedium-termRise in temperature is expected at the similar level of Korea.(35.611055°, 127.28266°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
115Pyeongtaek city44200South KoreaPyeongtaek2015DroughtSeriousShort-termDrinking water shortages and damage to agriculture, ecosystem effects(36.992108°, 127.112945°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
116Pyeongtaek city44200South KoreaPyeongtaek2015DroughtLess seriousShort-termWinter drought, water scarcity and river ecosystem damage(36.992108°, 127.112945°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
117Pyeongtaek city44200South KoreaPyeongtaek2015Frequent/Intense RainfallSeriousShort-termLandslides, river flooding, flooding homes, etc.(36.992108°, 127.112945°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
118Pyeongtaek city44200South KoreaPyeongtaek2015Frequent/Intense RainfallSeriousShort-termLandslides, river flooding, flooding homes(36.992108°, 127.112945°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
119Pyeongtaek city44200South KoreaPyeongtaek2015OtherSeriousShort-termIncreased Dust Increased Dust(36.992108°, 127.112945°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
120Pyeongtaek city44200South KoreaPyeongtaek2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesLess seriousShort-termCitizen health, Industry, ecosystem-wide impacts(36.992108°, 127.112945°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
121Pyeongtaek city44200South KoreaPyeongtaek2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousShort-termCitizen health, Industry, ecosystem-wide impacts(36.992108°, 127.112945°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
122Ansan city44191South KoreaAnsan2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesLess seriousShort-termCity of Ansan is a industrial city which designed by Korean government's purpose for developing well-balanced capital area. Therefore, the portion of agriculture areas are much lesser than other city and gun. Annual rise in temperature and the heat from intentional developed industrial areas causing to increase heat index which decreases productivity and increases stresses among the society.(37.321878°, 126.830885°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
123Ansan city44191South KoreaAnsan2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousShort-termAnsan city has high rates of production and manufacture compared to other cities in Korea because this city intentionally developed as industrial city. As heat wave becomes frequent, outdoor activity restrictions are present which result reducing production and manufature efficiency rate.(37.321878°, 126.830885°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
124Ansan city44191South KoreaAnsan2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesCurrentAs an industrial complex, one of the characteristics of Ansan, self-releasing heat and heat wave result from climate changes are weakening public health for vulnerables and security of public health.(37.321878°, 126.830885°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
125City of Richmond49334USARichmond2015DroughtSeriousShort-termCan affect recreational water usage, greenspace/trees, and local farming.(37.540725°, -77.436048°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
126City of Richmond49334USARichmond2015Frequent/Intense RainfallLess seriousCurrentSeasonal Rainfall is needed for reservoirs and rivers to maintain adequate levels(37.540725°, -77.436048°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
127City of Richmond49334USARichmond2015OtherLess seriousLong-termwarmer water temperatures adversely affect marine life that indicates a healthy ecosystem(37.540725°, -77.436048°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
128City of Richmond49334USARichmond2015OtherSeriousShort-termSeverely disruptive to the economy, especially high-tech and manufacturing sectors, as well as affecting citizens' access to cooling for comfort and safety.(37.540725°, -77.436048°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
129City of Richmond49334USARichmond2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousShort-termRichmond's humid climate makes heat waves dangerous for the indigent and homeless.(37.540725°, -77.436048°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
130City of Richmond49334USARichmond2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesLess seriousCurrentBuildings and pavement concentrate the effects of heat.(37.540725°, -77.436048°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
131City of Hayward54078USAHayward2015DroughtExtremely seriousCurrentHayward, like most cities in California, is heavily reliant on the snow cap in the Sierra Nevada Mountains for its water supply.(37.6689°, -122.0808°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
132City of Hayward54078USAHayward2015DroughtExtremely seriousCurrentDecrease in potable water supply and resulting water use restrictions. Impact on local businesses that rely on water supply.(37.6689°, -122.0808°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
133City of Hayward54078USAHayward2015Sea Level RiseExtremely seriousMedium-termThe western edge of Hayward is at risk for flooding as sea levels rise. This includes miles of bay habitat, Hayward's wastewater treatment plant, its airport, a large portion of its industrial area, the approach to the major commuter bridge, and several residential neighborhoods. As sea levels rise, more energy will be needed to pump wastewater and storm water.(37.6689°, -122.0808°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
134City of Hayward54078USAHayward2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousShort-termIncrease in the concentrations of unhealthy air and water pollutants. Increased cooling and irrigation needs. Potential increase in air, water, and animal-borne diseases.(37.6689°, -122.0808°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
135City of Hayward54078USAHayward2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousShort-termIncrease in the number of heat-related illnesses and deaths. Increased strain on the energy infrastructure.(37.6689°, -122.0808°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
136City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015DroughtSeriousCurrentDecreased snowpack in the Sierra Mountains. Most of Oakland's potable water comes from this source, thus a decreasing supply could cause water restrictions for the City of Oakland.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
137City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015DroughtSeriousCurrentThe entire State of California is currently experiencing a historic drought. As one of California's major cities, Oakland is impacted by dwindling water reserves and an unusually dry winter season.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
138City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015Frequent/Intense RainfallSeriousShort-termMore frequent and intense rainfall events could cause flooding and pollution from runoff.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
139City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015OtherSeriousCurrentThe City of Oakland's fishing industry is directly impacted by ocean acidification which can negatively effects marine species.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
140City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015Sea Level RiseSeriousLong-termIncreased flooding from rising waters could endanger residents and businesses living in low-lying areas.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
141City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015Storms/FloodsSeriousShort-termBeing located adjacent to the San Francisco Bay makes Oakland particularly susceptible to increased coastal flooding events.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
142City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousLong-termSevere heat days could cause public health problems related to poor air quality. Increased fire danger could affect people living in the Oakland Hills.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
143City of Oakland50560USAOakland2015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesSeriousShort-termMore frequent and intense heat days increase the risk of wildfires. Homes and businesses located in the City of Oakland's hills are therefore at greater risk for wildfires.(37.8044°, -122.2708°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
144City of Melbourne31109AustraliaMelbourneC402015DroughtSeriousCurrentDecreased water supply along with warmer temperatures are likely to increase drought risk and severity.(-37.814107°, 144.96328°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
145City of Melbourne31109AustraliaMelbourneC402015Frequent/Intense RainfallExtremely seriousCurrentHeavy rainfall intensity is expected to increase by an average of 0.9% by 2030 and 5.9% by 2070 (large margins of error)(-37.814107°, 144.96328°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
146City of Melbourne31109AustraliaMelbourneC402015Sea Level RiseExtremely seriousMedium-termSea level rise by 2030 is expected to be between 5-15cm, and by 2070 26-59cm.(-37.814107°, 144.96328°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
147City of Melbourne31109AustraliaMelbourneC402015Storms/FloodsExtremely seriousCurrentMore intense storm events are likely to increase flood frequency.(-37.814107°, 144.96328°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
148City of Melbourne31109AustraliaMelbourneC402015Temperature Increase/HeatwavesExtremely seriousCurrentAnnual average number of hot days (over 35 degrees) is expected to increase from 9 days to 11 by 2030 and 20 by 2070.(-37.814107°, 144.96328°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
149Barreiro50679PortugalBarreiro2015Frequent/Intense RainfallSeriousMedium-termConditioning traffic/roads closing; Damage to buildings and/or contents; Damage/loss roofs; Damage to agricultural production; Damage/constraints for infrastructure; Damage to vehicles.(38.660815°, -9.079072°)(39.399872°, -8.224454°)
150Barreiro50679PortugalBarreiro2015Sea Level RiseSeriousMedium-termConditioning traffic/roads closing; Damage to buildings and/or contents; Damage to vegetation; Damage/constraints for infrastructure; Damage to vehicles.(38.660815°, -9.079072°)(39.399872°, -8.224454°)

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Risks from climate change identified and reported by city governments. Includes a list of the anticipated effects of climate change, timescale, and seriousness

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