Tag: Extreme weather events
NOAA Predicts Above-Average Hurricane Activity for This Year
It's that time of year again when we all start crossing our fingers and hoping for the best because forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration are predicting above-average hurricane activity. Brace yourselves,...
Kentucky Tornadoes Raise Concerns About Weather Service Warnings
Sandra Anderson, a resident of London, Kentucky, initially underestimated the severity of an approaching storm. When her grandchildren suggested bringing the dogs inside, she shrugged it off, believing they would be safe. However, as...
Climate Whiplash Puts African Cities at Risk
A recent article discussed how climate change is exacerbating rainfall in Southern Africa, leading to deadly flooding in Botswana and South Africa. This rise in extreme weather events is becoming more common in a...
2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season Forecast: Above Normal With 13-19 Named Storms
Alright, so get this: Hurricane Helene is doing a number on the U.S. East Coast as of Sept.26, 2024. And who’s the star of the show in capturing this intense moment? None other than...
Hurricane Season Risks for Undocumented People: What to Expect
With hurricane season looming in the Atlantic, experts are sounding the alarm on how the Trump administration's anti-immigration policies are worsening the risks for undocumented individuals facing disasters in the United States. The states...
El Paso Dust Storms Surge: Climate Impact and Comparison to Dust Bowl
Alright, so on a random Tuesday in May, this dude Thomas Gill, who studies earth stuff, was keeping an eye on a bunch of dust cruising through El Paso. He's a teacher at the...
Climate Change-induced Flooding in Maryland: Impact on Inland Communities
The water, like, totally surged super fast, leaving local emergency responders in the dust and trapping almost 200 students and staff inside Westernport Elementary School in Maryland’s Allegany County. Outside, Georges Creek had already...
Increased Frequency of Deadly Rains in Congo: Every Two Years Prediction
Heavy rainfall in Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), has caused devastating floods this month, resulting in at least 33 deaths, major road closures, and destroyed homes. The extreme weather...
Understanding the Impact of Atmospheric Rivers on Southeast Flooding – Inside Climate News
Alright, folks, let's dive into this wild weather story that's been making waves in the Southeast. So, after seeing some early signs of drought from Georgia to Virginia, things took a turn when a...
The Impact of Rising Temperatures on US Corn Belt Insurance Claims
In the heartland of the United States, farmers have a safety net in the form of federally subsidized crop insurance. This insurance provides a sense of security when faced with unpredictable weather conditions like...
