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On hurricanes, Lomborg notes that despite media emphasis, data shows no clear trend of increasing frequency since the 1950s, and in some cases, a slight decrease. While storms may become more intense, overall, their frequency appears stable or declining.
Similarly, concerns about rising sea levels swallowing coastal cities like Miami are addressed. Lomborg points to Holland’s success in flood prevention—spending roughly $10 billion over 50 years on advanced dike systems—demonstrating that cost-effective adaptation can effectively safeguard vulnerable areas.
He cautions that problems like flooding and sea rise are manageable through engineering, policy, and innovation, rather than panic or prohibitive costs.