Climate change increases mold problems after hurricaines and flooding, scientists warn
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Across the state of Florida, homeowners returned to houses with severe water damage after the category 3 hurricane. Mold can start appearing within 24-48 hours after moisture exposure, per reports by Wired. What's worse, Florida's hot and humid October climate only exacerbates the spread of mold.
More severe and powerful storms like Hurricane Milton are a result of rising global temperatures. Experts now warn that mold buildup and mold-related illnesses post-storm will become more common.
"Mold is absolutely associated with climate change," environmental health research scientist at Harvard University Mary Johnson told Wired. "Those extreme weather patterns, including hurricanes, can allow water to come into a home or any type of indoor space. When it's damp, the likelihood of mold growing indoors increases."
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