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2016 - Cities Climate Hazards

Row numberOrganisationAccount NoCountryCity Short NameC40Reporting Year Climate hazards​Magnitude of impactImpact description​a) Asset or serviceb) Asset or servicec) Asset or serviceCity LocationCountry Location
1501Roma Capitale31110ItalyRoma C402016Coastal floodLess seriousTransportEmergency servicesCommerical(41.8723889°, 12.4801802°)(41.87194°, 12.56738°)
1502City of Baltimore35853USABaltimore2016Storm surgeSeriousIn Baltimore, tidal flooding usually occurs as a result of storm events, such as nor’easters or hurricanes. With sea levels increasing in addition to land subsidence, Baltimore is going to be more vulnerable to storm surges.Emergency servicesCommerical(39.2903848°, -76.6121893°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1503City of Copenhagen31009DenmarkCopenhagenC402016Storm surgeSeriousThe costs in future storm-surge events will be so great that is of interest to look at the options for and costs of protecting the city against such events. If no form of protection facility is established, the combined costs of damage over the next 100 years will total DKK 15-20 billion at current prices. Please pay attention to Climate Adaptation Plan page 29 ff for further information.ResidentialTransportCommerical(55.6760968°, 12.5683371°)(56.26392°, 9.501785°)
1504Ville de Montreal35894CanadaMontreal2016Insect infestationSeriousHealth and communityFood and agricultureResidential(45.5086699°, -73.5539925°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
1505Comune di Bologna36274ItalyBologna2016Heat wave(44.4856087°, 11.3547975°)(41.87194°, 12.56738°)
1506Gemeente Rotterdam31179NetherlandsRotterdamC402016Rain stormSeriousflooding of Streets and housesHealth and communityCommericalResidential(51.9163716°, 4.4509382°)(52.132633°, 5.291266°)
1507Seoul Metropolitan Government31187South KoreaSeoul C402016Heat waveExtremely seriousEnergyHealth and community(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
1508City of Stockholm3429SwedenStockholmC402016Salt water intrusionExtremely seriousRaising sea levels could result in sea water coming in to lake Mälaren. the lake is the main drinking water source for the whole region (3 million people)Water(59.3293235°, 18.0685808°)(60.128161°, 18.643501°)
1509City of Toronto31117CanadaTorontoC402016Flash/surface floodSeriousIn recent years, Toronto has experienced extreme rainfall resulting in widespread basement flooding; untreated sewage entering Lake Ontario; debris and hazardous material clean-up costing millions of dollars; electrical disruption affecting hundreds of thousands of Toronto residents; and, transportation disruption affecting thousands of commuters due to road closures, and public transport delays.WaterTransportEmergency services(43.653226°, -79.3831843°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
1510City of Johannesburg31115South AfricaJohannesburgC402016DroughtSeriousStress on Water Supply from Increased Water Demand. Damage to urban agriculture efforts.WaterFood and agricultureCommerical(-26.2041028°, 28.0473051°)(-30.559482°, 22.937506°)
1511City of Turku50154FinlandTurku2016Severe windSeriousPower distribution faults, property damage, forest damage, traffic problems, flooding due to short term sea level variations caused by windEnergyHealth and communityTransport(60.4518126°, 22.2666303°)(61.92411°, 25.748151°)
1512District of Columbia31090USADistrict of ColumbiaC402016Heat waveSeriousHeat waves are expected to be hotter and last longer. According to downscaled climate change projections developed by DC, in the past, the average heatwave in DC lasted just under 5 days. In the future, the average length is expected to be around 6 days by the 2020s, 8 to 9.5 days by mid-century, and 9.5 days to 12 by the 2080s.Vulnerable populations including the elderly, homeless residents, low income residents and those with medical conditions are most at risk for heat stroke and other heat related health conditions, due to exposure and limited mobility. Heat waves will also impact energy infrastructure, as peak demand for cooling could strain the distribution system, and transportation as existing roads and rail lines were not designed for temperature extremes expected by the 2080s.Health and communityTransportEnergy(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1513City of Baltimore35853USABaltimore2016River floodSeriousEmergency services(39.2903848°, -76.6121893°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1514Gemeente Rotterdam31179NetherlandsRotterdamC402016Flash/surface floodSeriousimpact on public health, agriculture, port and economic activities; damage to assets and buildingsHealth and communityResidentialCommerical(51.9163716°, 4.4509382°)(52.132633°, 5.291266°)
1515City of Sydney31114AustraliaSydneyC402016Heat waveSeriousHeat waves could lead to higher incidents of heat stress and other related illnesses amongst the community resulting in a decrease in comfort levels and an increase in hospital admissions, pressure on social services and morbidity. This increases strain on emergency and social services supporting this sensitive population due to increases in demand coupled with a decrease in staffing resources. An increase in extreme heat and associated impacts could reduce workforce productivity, as activities become too hot for people to work outside during parts of the day and the indoor thermal comfort is affected by pressures on cooling. It could lead to negative changes in behaviour in particular increases in violence and anti-social behaviour leading to an increase in demand for emergency and social services. An increase in the extreme heat could lead to increases in heat impacts to transport infrastructure – resulting in congestion, major delays and mass transit disruption with potential stranding of commuters. An increase in extreme heat could lead to changes in commuter behaviour opting to use private vehicles to access the CBD (rather than public transport) to avoid potential delays and discomfort resulting in increased congestion.Emergency servicesHealth and communityTransport(-33.8674869°, 151.2069902°)(-25.274398°, 133.775136°)
1516City of Boston35268USABostonC402016Coastal floodExtremely seriousSee storm surge and sea level rise.TransportCommericalResidential(42.3584308°, -71.0597732°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1517City of Warsaw31185PolandWarsawC402016Rain stormSeriousEmergency servicesWaterHealth and community(52.2296756°, 21.0122287°)(51.919438°, 19.145136°)
1518District of Columbia31090USADistrict of ColumbiaC402016Permanent inundationLess seriousPermanent inundation from sea level rise would impact small but important areas along the Potomac and Anacostia Rivers by the 2080s. These areas include parkland, military installations, and the sites of large new commercial and development.TransportCommericalResidential(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1519City of Houston31108USAHoustonC402016DroughtSeriousMore frequent droughts deplete water resources for people and wildlife and cause infrastructure problems. It also leads to drought-stressed trees and vegetation which reduces the urban forest that would normally provide cooling and improve air quality.WaterFood and agricultureTransport(29.7601927°, -95.3693896°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1520City of Burlington2430USABurlington2016River floodSeriousDesignated flood hazard areas include: Portions of the shoreline of Lake Champlain, The Winooski River Intervale, banks of Englesby Brook west of Pine St. and the banks of Potash Brook in the southeast corner of the city. Flooding into the Intervale will cause loss of crops which could have a significant economic impact on the city. This loss of local crops will also negatively impact citizens' access to (local) food.Food and agricultureResidentialHealth and community(44.4758825°, -73.212072°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1521City of Paris31175FranceParisC402016Air-borne diseaseLess seriousflu, allergies, new air-born disease can affect the Parisians and visitorsHealth and community(48.856614°, 2.3522219°)(46.227638°, 2.213749°)
1522City of Toronto31117CanadaTorontoC402016Heavy snowSeriousHeavy snow conditions can pose a variety of risks including increased demand on the energy sector resulting in brownouts and blackouts; health implications for vulnerable populations and those working outdoors. It also puts stress on public infrastructure including roads, transportation services, and the electrical system as a whole.TransportEmergency services(43.653226°, -79.3831843°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
1523City of Paris31175FranceParisC402016FogExtremely seriousair quality problems with serious impacts on public healthHealth and communityTransportEnergy(48.856614°, 2.3522219°)(46.227638°, 2.213749°)
1524Seoul Metropolitan Government31187South KoreaSeoul C402016DroughtExtremely seriousWaterHealth and community(37.566535°, 126.9779692°)(35.907757°, 127.766922°)
1525New York City3417USANew York CityC402016Rain stormSeriousHeavy rainfall and inland flooding poses a risk to residences in some neighborhoods as well as certain critical infrastructure facilities.WaterHealth and communityResidential(40.7127837°, -74.0059413°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1526Comune di Venezia36254ItalyVeneziaC402016Extreme hot daysSeriousIn recent years and as they say the projections , this event has been growing steadily during the summer season .Health and communityResidentialEnergy(45.4332515°, 12.3210704°)(41.87194°, 12.56738°)
1527City of Burlington2430USABurlington2016Heavy snowSeriousDue to the density of residences and businesses within the City, property damage and damage to utility lines are common during windstorms and snowstorms. Heavy snow affects 100% of the developed area and occurs frequently in Burlington. As our climate here becomes warmer, a lack of heavy snow in Vermont will negatively affects the Ski resort sector in Vermont, which contributes greatly to both local and state economy.Emergency servicesCommericalFood and agriculture(44.4758825°, -73.212072°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1528District of Columbia31090USADistrict of ColumbiaC402016Flash/surface floodLess seriousAn increase in the intensity and frequency of heavy rain events will contribute to an increase in the likely hood of flash/surface flooding. The District’s aging drainage infrastructure was not designed for these extreme rain events, and localized flooding of streets and buildings would impact residents, businesses while increased storm water runoff and combined sewer overflows would impact environmental quality.ResidentialCommericalOther(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1529City of Chicago3203USAChicagoC402016River floodLess seriousFew areas of Chicago are mapped riverine floodplains, and river flooding risk is minimal since the Chicago River can backflow as needed to Lake Michigan.ResidentialCommericalHealth and community(41.8781136°, -87.6297982°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1530New York City3417USANew York CityC402016Heat waveSeriousHeat waves pose a serious threat to public health, to the electrical supply and distribution system, and to many critical infrastructure systems that rely on electricity.Health and communityEnergy(40.7127837°, -74.0059413°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1531City of St Louis35393USASt Louis2016HailLess seriousWith an increase in CO2 emissions and global warming, the amount of energy available for storms when they do happen will increase. This will lead to larger and more frequent hailstorms that can wreak havoc on infrastructure. Essentially, climate change will provide more favorable conditions for hail storms to occur.TransportResidentialCommerical(38.6270025°, -90.1994042°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1532Greater Manchester35898United KingdomManchester2016Heat waveLess seriousAlthough heat waves and extreme hot days are extremely rare in GM in the present day, climate change projections indicate that they will become more common in the future. This increases the risk of negative impacts linked to high temperatures, such as negative health effects and reductions in the productivity of employees. The spatial pattern of GM’s urban heat island demonstrates that certain areas, generally those where development density is at its highest, are more likely to suffer from negative impacts as a result. There is also an equality dimension to heat stress. For example, looking at GM’s housing development types, there is greater potential exposure to heat stress in more deprived areas. In effect, groups that are vulnerable to heat stress, due to factors including poverty and poor health, show the highest potential exposure to this climate change impact.Health and communityEmergency services(53.4575955°, -2.1578377°)(55.378051°, -3.435973°)
1533City of Dallas35860USADallas2016Heat waveLess seriousHealth and community(32.7801399°, -96.8004511°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1534New York City3417USANew York CityC402016Extreme winter conditionsSeriousNor'Easter can cause coastal flooding and pose a similar set of risks to those outlined under "coastal floods." These risks are compounded by cold temperatures.EnergyTransportHealth and community(40.7127837°, -74.0059413°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1535Comune di Torino35886ItalyTorino2016LandslideLess serious(45.1006374°, 7.6680046°)(41.87194°, 12.56738°)
1536Mexico City31172MexicoMexico CityC402016Vector-borne diseaseExtremely seriousVector-borne diseases are already present in areas near the City. An increase in temperature may give access to these vectors to reach the City.Health and communityEmergency servicesCommercial(19.4326077°, -99.133208°)(23.634501°, -102.552784°)
1537City of San Francisco31182USASan FranciscoC402016Coastal floodSeriousTransportCommericalResidential(37.7749295°, -122.4194155°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1538Cascais50680PortugalCascais2016DroughtSeriousLess water will impact local biodiversity, riverbeds and wet systems where agriculture is placed.WaterHealth and community(38.6970565°, -9.4222945°)(39.399872°, -8.224454°)
1539Prefeitura do Rio de Janeiro31176BrazilRio de JaneiroC402016Flash/surface floodSeriousSystematic occurrence of flash/surface floods linked to rain storms dates back to the early history of the City and represents one of the most recurring climate hazards Rio de Janeiro already suffers. It can lead to the spread of water born diseases, like leptospirosis, and depending on the event extent the flooding can cause major disrupts in traffic and to the public transportation system of the city. Other potencial area of impact is in the economic sector, bringing damage to properties flooded and the possible temporary interruption of economic activity in the city.CommericalTransportHealth and community(-22.9054389°, -43.5614471°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
1540City of Los Angeles10894USALos AngelesC402016Flash/surface floodExtremely seriousEmergency servicesTransportHealth and community(34.0522342°, -118.2436849°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1541Mexico City31172MexicoMexico CityC402016Flash/surface floodSeriousThere are highly populated areas in the city prone to floods in the east of the city.Health and communityResidentialTransport(19.4326077°, -99.133208°)(23.634501°, -102.552784°)
1542City of Baltimore35853USABaltimore2016Extreme hot daysSeriousAverage temperatures have already increased by 1.8 degrees F. Maryland’s average annual temperatures will increase 3-8°F by the end of the century. By 2100, average annual temperatures are expected to increase 12°F in Baltimore. We already have very hot summers. Increasing average temperatures will negatively impact human health and wellbeing.Health and communityResidential(39.2903848°, -76.6121893°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1543District of Columbia31090USADistrict of ColumbiaC402016Cyclone (Hurricane/Typhoon)Extremely seriousStorm surge from hurricanes and nor’easters can have significant impacts on the District region, and will be exacerbated in the future by climate change due to sea level rise and storm intensification. Coastal storm surge coupled with riverine flooding driven by heavy rains could damage critical infrastructure including energy, transportation, and water systems. High winds could also cause widespread power outages.WaterTransportEnergy(38.9071923°, -77.0368707°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1544City of Vancouver20113CanadaVancouverC402016Rain stormLess seriousStreet flooding, increased sewer back-ups and claims against the CityTransportCommericalHealth and community(49.261226°, -123.1139268°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
1545City of San Francisco31182USASan FranciscoC402016Extreme hot daysLess seriousHealth and community(37.7749295°, -122.4194155°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1546Roma Capitale31110ItalyRoma C402016Heat waveSeriousHealth and communityEnergyCommerical(41.8723889°, 12.4801802°)(41.87194°, 12.56738°)
1547City of Toronto31117CanadaTorontoC402016Vector-borne diseaseLess seriousVector-borne diseases are a less serious concern for Toronto. In recent years, West Nile Virus and Lyme disease have migrated northward posing increased risk to human health and specifically for Toronto residents - blacklegged ticks which transmit Lyme disease have been found in Toronto. The disease can affect the central nervous system, brain, joints or the heart affecting any age group. West Nile Virus can affect anyone – however; the elderly, children and those with a weakened immune system are at greater risk. As the climate continues to warm, Toronto may experience an increased number of health implications linked to vector-borne diseases.Health and communityEmergency services(43.653226°, -79.3831843°)(56.130366°, -106.346771°)
1548City of Goiânia42123BrazilGoiânia2016Forest fire(-16.6868912°, -49.2647943°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)
1549City of Boston35268USABostonC402016Extreme hot daysExtremely seriousSee more frequent heatwavesEmergency servicesHealth and communityResidential(42.3584308°, -71.0597732°)(37.09024°, -95.712891°)
1550City of Goiânia42123BrazilGoiânia2016Tropical storm(-16.6868912°, -49.2647943°)(-14.235004°, -51.92528°)

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In 2016, cities reported over 2,000 climate hazards that are impacting their cities. Globally, cities are reporting that health and community will be most impacted by climate change.

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