Sea level rise is already escalating the risk of severe coastal flooding in states like Florida, Virginia and New York, and is expected to ratchet up flooding risks in the coming years. (mashable.com)
Mr. Blanchard said, however, that China's need to contain escalating risks in the financial sector without excessively slowing growth will be a major challenge «and a delicate balancing act.» (news-to-use.com)
«Aged individuals also have decreased lung function and cough strength, which further escalates the risk for developing pneumonia.» (sciencedaily.com)