Media Must Cover Climate Disasters, Not Ignore Them

When Hurricane Melissa made landfall, national TV networks largely neglected the event—even though it was predicted to be a significant climate-driven disaster. The failure to report comprehensively denies the public vital information about what’s coming and why.

As climate threats intensify, journalism cannot afford to treat extreme weather as background noise. Newsrooms must spotlight the science, amplify affected communities’ voices, and hold systems accountable for both disaster and response.

Add your name to demand that media outlets prioritize climate coverage, treat natural crises with urgency, and stop under-reporting events that impact public safety and environmental justice.