Pakistan, June 16 -- Nearly every child worldwide is now exposed to at least one major climate-related hazard, highlighting the growing impact of environmental change on younger generations. A new assessment warns that climate risks are becoming more frequent and severe, placing millions of children at greater risk of health problems, displacement, food insecurity and interrupted education. Experts say urgent action is needed to protect vulnerable communities from escalating environmental threats.

The report estimates that around 1.8 billion children face the risk of drought, while approximately 1.2 billion are exposed to extreme heat conditions. In addition, hundreds of millions are threatened by floods, tropical storms and other weathe...