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California is already experiencing the effects of climate change. Every year, it seems like the news gets grimmer: more wildfires, more heat waves, longer droughts, more intense storms, less snowpack, and less fresh water. Average annual average air temperatures have already increased by almost 2 °F in California and that number will likely double even if the world can reduce emissions 80% by 2050. Tiburon needs to be prepared for the likely impacts of climate change, including flooding from more intense storms and sea level rise, health impacts from heat exposure and poor air quality, and safety risks from the increased likelihood of wildfires and landslides.
Top Actions You Can Take
1. Prepare for rising sea levels
- Our Coast Our Future is a great resource to learn about the risks and hazards that come from climate change and rising sea levels
- This interactive hazards map shows at-risk lowland and coastal areas in California
2. Have an emergency plan
- Have an emergency evacuation plan for your family, including meeting places and communication methods
- Create a ‘go box’ that contains fresh water, canned foods, flashlights, batteries, and basic medical supplies
- Sign up for emergency alert notifications from the Marin County Emergency Officials
3. Purchase carbon credits to offset emissions
- Residents are encouraged to purchase carbon offsets to help reduce their carbon footprint, especially when traveling. Check out this guide to purchasing carbon credits
4. Plant native plants and trees
- Planting additional trees and shrubs is a great way to increase the amount of carbon being removed from the atmosphere. See this guide from Marin Master Gardeners on how to choose the best native plants
- Removing invasive and non-native plants allows for more room to grow for native species, and helps support local animal and insect populations