Climate in The Tropics

 Climate change is something I’ve seen and felt personally, not just heard about on the news. I’ve witnessed heavy rains flooding streets, destroying homes, and forcing families to evacuate. Sometimes the heat feels unbearable, and other times storms come so strong that it’s scary to even go outside. I realize that these sudden changes in the environment aren’t just natural—they’re also caused by how people treat the Earth. Cutting down trees, polluting rivers, and wasting resources all add up, and in the end, it’s us Filipinos who suffer most.


But what amazes me is how resilient Filipinos are. Even after losing so much, people still find ways to smile, help each other, and rebuild. I’ve seen neighbors share food during floods and strangers lend a hand after a storm. That kind of strength and compassion makes me proud to be Filipino.

For me, climate change is a reminder that we can’t keep ignoring our planet’s cries for help. It pushes me to be more mindful, to plant trees, save water, and lessen waste. The world may keep changing, but I believe that if we all care a little more, our resilience can turn into real change for a better future.



Images:

KSG India. Dryland farming. Retrieved October 30, 2025, from https://www.ksgindia.com/blog/dryland-farming.html


Lindwall, C. (2022, October 24). What Are the Effects of Climate Change? NRDC. https://www.nrdc.org/stories/what-are-effects-climate-change

‌Effects of global warming - WWF-Australia | Effects of global warming | WWF Australia. (n.d.). WWF Australia. https://wwf.org.au/what-we-do/climate/effects-of-global-warming/


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