WHO officials call attention to vulnerable “delta megacities.”

Owing to global warming, low-lying cities like Manila, in the Philippines and Calcutta in India are particularly vulnerable to flooding from rivers and the ocean, according to the World Health Organization. Dr. Shigeru Omi, regional director for the Western Pacific, pointed out that the region has already been disproportionately affected. Millions more could face disease, poverty and hunger if the fertile and populous areas of Asia continue to be affected by changes in temperature, rainfall, river flows or insect abundance.
Our sincere appreciation, World Health Organization, for this timely warning. May we take action now to protect precious lives and our earthly abode.

Wasted fruits and vegetables in the UK account for a third of all fresh food purchases. 

The United Kingdom’s Waste Resources Action Program (WRAP) released results finding that 40% of all household rubbish comes from food gone to waste, amounting to 15 million tons of CO2 emissions.  Over 4 million apples are thrown away each day, 5.1 million potatoes, 2.8 million tomatoes, and 1.6 million bananas.  Industry experts suggested buying smaller quantities and refrigerated storage. 
You have our thanks, WRAP, for helping us to remember to be frugal and conservative in our purchases.  We pray that all people will embrace more prudent shopping practices. 

Scottish coastline eroding into the sea due to climate change.
 
Scotland’s government released a report citing 740 miles of coastal erosion, along with rising sea levels, stormier seas and wetter winters. More acidic waters also appear to be harming wildlife.  Richard Lochhead, cabinet secretary for rural affairs and the environment, spoke of the situation’s urgency, saying, “These are happening now and we must take action."
Secretary Lochhead, we convey our gratitude for your recommendations to act quickly. We pray for the protection and safety of Scotland’s coastal residents and may ecological harmony be soon restored to your marine environment.