Help Us Protect Vulnerable Communities from the Climate Impacts of Danger Season

“Danger Season”—the period between May and October when the United States and its Caribbean territories experience their worst climate impacts—is in full swing. From record-breaking heat waves and devastating wildfires to hurricanes and flooding, communities across the country are facing unprecedented challenges. The following advertisement from Union of Concerned Scientists has been sent to you via Mother Jones' email list. Mother Jones is a nonprofit, and most of our budget comes from readers like you, but revenue from advertisers helps us produce more of the hard-hitting journalism you expect. We never disclose your information to an advertiser. Mother Jones does not endorse any candidate, political organization, commercial product, or service, and the views expressed in this email do not constitute any endorsement or recommendation by Mother Jones. [UCS]( Help Us Protect Vulnerable Communities from the Climate Impacts of Danger Season [TAKE ACTION]( Dear Mother Jones reader, “Danger Season”—the period between May and October when the United States and its Caribbean territories experience their worst climate impacts—is in full swing. From record-breaking heat waves and devastating wildfires to hurricanes and flooding, communities across the country are facing unprecedented challenges. This year, 99% of people in the U.S. have experienced extreme weather conditions, with many disadvantaged communities bearing the brunt of these impacts. Heat, wildfires, and flooding are disproportionately affecting vulnerable populations, including low-income communities and communities of color. The convergence of these extreme weather events is creating a perfect storm of challenges. For example, on August 9th, millions of people were under heat and flood alerts simultaneously. With hurricane season in full force and wildfire risks remaining high, the situation is only expected to worsen. We need immediate and sustained action to address the root causes of climate change and to protect vulnerable communities. This includes reducing greenhouse gas emissions, investing in resilient infrastructure, and supporting policies that prioritize equity and justice. UCS is committed to working on solutions to these pressing challenges. We urge you to join us in advocating for policies that protect our communities and build a safer and more resilient future. Sincerely, The Union of Concerned Scientists [TAKE ACTION]( Help Us Protect Vulnerable Communities from the Climate Impacts of Danger Season Receive opportunities to defend science from UCS on your cell phone: [Text SCIENCE to 67369]( [Facebook.](  [Twitter.](  [Youtube.](  [Instagram.]( [About UCS]( | [Contact UCS]( © Union of Concerned Scientists is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization [2 Brattle Square, Cambridge, MA 02138]( [(617) 547-5552]( [Mother Jones]( Mother Jones and its nonprofit publisher, The Center for Investigative Reporting, do not endorse any political candidate, political organization, commercial product, process, or service, and the views expressed in this communication do not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by Mother Jones. This message was sent to {EMAIL}. To change the messages you receive from us, you can [edit your email preferences]( or [unsubscribe from all mailings.]( For advertising opportunities see our online [media kit.]( Were you forwarded this email? [Sign up for Mother Jones' newsletters today.]( [www.MotherJones.com]( PO Box 8539, Big Sandy, TX 75755