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Hurricane Milton made landfall on Florida's west coast Wednesday night. The region has experienced extreme flooding, deadly tornadoes and millions have been left without power. At least 14 people have died as a result of the storm.

The huge storm hit the state as some communities, like those around the Tampa Bay area, were still reeling from Hurricane Helene, which occurred less than two weeks ago and killed more than 200 people across six states.

As climate change continues to alter weather patterns, hurricanes, tornadoes and other natural disasters like wildfires are becoming more frequent and intense.

Lisa Benton-Short, a professor of geography, global equity and social justice at the George Washington University, spoke with GW Today about how climate change is fueling these extreme weather events and what communities can do to prepare for a future where extreme weather events may become more common.

Why are we seeing a trend of stronger hurricanes in recent years? Is climate change a factor?

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