Flood Risks Rising Despite Rising Awareness of Climate Change Dangers

Humans increasingly occupying flood-prone areas, doubling land use over past 40 years.
China and Vietnam account for over half of expansion into flood hazard zones.
Climate change amplifies flood threats, but development in unsafe areas also a key driver.
Need for monitoring flood-prone development in real time to inform policies that reduce vulnerability.
Recent articles highlight continued challenges in balancing development and climate resilience.