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Rudi Maxwell

Epidemiologist shares dire prognosis in climate case

Pabai Pabai is one of two Torres Strait Islanders to launch the legal challenge. (Morgan Hancock/AAP PHOTOS)

Torres Strait Islanders grappling with the impacts of climate change could face an increase in mortality as temperatures rise, a court has heard.

Elders Pabai Pabai and Paul Kabai have launched a class action on behalf of Torres Strait Islanders, challenging Australia's lack of action on climate change in the federal court.

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