Pope Francis on Wednesday
reiterated his appeal for the world to do more to protect the
environment, stressing the importance this can have in reducing
the risk and impact of natural disasters.
"On 13 October, we observe the international day for the
reduction of natural disasters," the pope said during his weekly
general audience.
"I renew my heartfelt appeal for the safeguarding of creation
through increasingly careful protection and care for the
environment.
"I therefore encourage institutions and those who hold public
and social responsibility increasingly to promote a culture that
has the aim of reducing exposure to risks and to natural
disasters.
"May concrete actions, aimed at the study and defence of the
common home, progressively reduce the risks for the most
vulnerable populations".
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