San Francisco Is The Safest US City for Global Warming, According to New Study

By Douglas McIntyre  •  May 7, 2025

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that a new Policy Genius study ranks San Francisco as the safest U.S. city from climate change impacts. While it remains vulnerable to earthquakes, the city’s low heat extremes, minimal flood risk, and resilient, well-educated population make it a standout in terms of climate safety.

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