The document discusses several global trends related to natural hazards and disasters. It notes that while the number of reported disasters has increased significantly since 1960 due to improved recording and communications, the number of people killed by disasters has fallen. However, population growth and urbanization have led to more people living in hazardous areas, increasing risks. Other trends like climate change, deforestation, and poverty are also thought to be exacerbating disaster impacts, particularly in developing regions. Overall, global trends show rising disaster occurrence but falling death tolls, suggesting improvements in disaster management, warning systems, and relief efforts. However, the total economic costs of disasters continue rising.
17. Global trends Disasters related to human development levels Overall, global trends show that the numbers of reported disasters and people affected are rising, but the number of people killed by disasters is falling.
