Natural disasters lead to decreased crime, increased charity - study

While media has popularized the notion of widespread looting and chaos in the wake of major disasters, the communities impacted by disasters actually see a decrease in crime.

Military vehicles from the Texas Military Department of the Texas National Guard, tasked to transport residents to designated warming centers and other required duties, form a convoy in Abilene, Texas, U.S. February 16, 2021.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2021 18:19

Natural disasters lead to decreased crime, increased charity - study

While media has popularized the notion of widespread looting and chaos in the wake of major disasters, the communities impacted by disasters actually see a decrease in crime.

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Natural disasters lead to decreased crime, increased charity - study

While media has popularized the notion of widespread looting and chaos in the wake of major disasters, the communities impacted by disasters actually see a decrease in crime.

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