Record Increase in U.S. Street People in 2024
This increase marks a new record, bringing the total number of homeless Americans to more than 771,000, a significant rise from approximately 580,000 reported in 2022. Dec 27, 2024 Photo: @XHNews
December 27, 2024 Hour: 10:03 pm
Racism, public health crises, and the impact of natural disasters are also mentioned as elements that aggravate the lack of shelter for thousands of citizens.
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The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development has released an alarming report that reveals an 18 percent increase in the number of homeless people between January 2023 and January 2024.
This increase marks a new record, bringing the total number of homeless Americans to more than 771,000, a significant rise from approximately 580,000 reported in 2022.
The report highlights that the affordable housing crisis, inflation, and stagnant wages for low- and middle-income households are key factors contributing to this alarming situation.
Racism, public health crises, and the impact of natural disasters are also mentioned as elements that aggravate the lack of shelter for thousands of citizens.
Particularly worrying is the figure that nearly 150,000 children experienced homelessness in 2024, representing a 33 percent increase over the previous year.
This age group has been the most affected by the increase in homelessness, raising serious questions about child welfare in the country.
Despite these disappointing numbers, some cities like Dallas and Los Angeles, as well as Chelsey County in Pennsylvania, have managed to record a decline in housing problems.
However, the overall trend is concerning and reflects a crisis that requires urgent attention.
The current situation underlines the need for effective and sustainable policies that address the root causes of homelessness in the U.S., as well as a renewed commitment to protect the most vulnerable populations, including children, who are most affected by this social crisis.
Autor: MLM
Fuente: Sputnik - @HUDgov
