Tag: Extreme weather events

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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...
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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,...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Deadly Weekend Tornadoes and Severe Weather Warnings – Latest Updates

A devastating storm system wreaked havoc across the South and Midwest over the weekend, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. With more than 50 tornadoes touching down and fierce winds causing wildfires,...