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Rosie Frost

‘More science will save lives’: Deadly rainfall in Colombia and Venezuela highlights research gap

Unclear results from a study into the heavy rain which triggered a deadly landslide in Colombia and floods in Venezuela reflect a ‘scientific injustice’ between rich and poor countries, scientists have warned.

The rapid analysis by World Weather Attribution could not find clear evidence that climate change influenced these downpours. But the researchers highlight that high uncertainties in the results mean the possibility of heavier rain should not be ruled out.

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