The Consequences of Risk Amplification in the Evolution of Warning Messages during Slow‐Moving Crises

Association Between Repeated Exposure to Hurricanes and Mental Health in a Representative Sample of Florida Residents

“…3 , 4 Widespread media coverage broadcast the threat of both storms statewide because of the evolving risk of direct exposure. 5 These storms are not exceptions; more than 100 catastrophic hurricanes made landfall in Florida in the past century. Climate change will likely increase the intensity of subsequent storms.…”

“…One year later, Hurricane Michael (category 5), one of the strongest hurricanes in Florida’s history, made landfall on the Florida panhandle with 160-mph winds and a 9- to 14-ft storm surge, resulting in 16 deaths and $25 billion in damages . Widespread media coverage broadcast the threat of both storms statewide because of the evolving risk of direct exposure . These storms are not exceptions; more than 100 catastrophic hurricanes made landfall in Florida in the past century.…”