Recent scientific studies reveal that global warming is not only affecting the climate but also altering the Earth’s rotation and length of day. As the planet heats up, massive ice sheets in Greenland and Antarctica are melting. This melting ice flows into the world’s oceans, particularly in the equatorial region, changing the Earth’s shape and … Read more
In recent weeks, flooding has submerged parts of Texas, Minnesota, and Florida, wildfires have ravaged California, and Hurricane Beryl has wreaked havoc in the Caribbean. These natural disasters exemplify the increasing frequency and intensity of events driven by climate change. The Rising Concern of Climate Anxiety The visible effects of climate change are significantly impacting … Read more
As millions of Americans flock to the nation’s coasts, islands, and national monuments this summer, experts have a sobering message: climate change is rapidly reshaping some of the United States’ most iconic destinations. From devastated tropical islands to a flooded capitol, these changes are unfolding at an alarming pace with no signs of abating. California’s … Read more
A raging flood pulled a family’s home of more than 50 years into the Blue Earth River in southern Minnesota this week, as a community watched in horror. The river’s water flow had tripled in three days after 11 to 18 inches of rain fell in a little more than a week. The swollen river … Read more
If you’ve ever built a sandcastle on the beach, you know how quickly seawater can undermine it. Similarly, a new study by the British Antarctic Survey concludes that warmer seawater may accelerate the melting of ground-based ice sheets in Antarctica more than previously thought. This finding suggests that existing computer models may underestimate the impact … Read more
In a recent move, Democratic lawmakers have intensified their call for robust action from U.S. financial regulators concerning the escalating risks posed by climate change. Led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren and Rep. Sean Casten, twenty legislators addressed leaders of key regulatory bodies including the Federal Reserve and the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency … Read more
Forecasters are sounding the alarm about a dangerous and potentially record-breaking heat wave set to hit the central and eastern United States next week. This has become a critical concern for health officials who have been dreading and preparing for such extreme weather events. Heat Risks and Health Implications The anticipated heat wave could break … Read more
Federal forecasters announced on Thursday that the powerful “super” El Niño has officially ended. In its place, the La Niña climate pattern is expected to emerge over the next few months. The Climate Prediction Center forecasts a 65% chance of La Niña developing during the summer and an 85% chance of persisting through the winter … Read more
Auden Schendler’s home is an unlikely beacon of innovation and resilience in the Colorado mountains. A Personal Solution with a Broader Impact Despite frequent power outages caused by mudslides, fires, and ice storms, Schendler’s home remains unaffected. His secret lies in what he calls the “Dr. Seuss machine” in his garage, which he believes safeguards … Read more
A house in Rodanthe, North Carolina, has collapsed into the Atlantic Ocean, marking the sixth such incident along the Cape Hatteras National Seashore in the past four years. U.S. National Park Service officials confirmed the collapse and subsequently closed about one mile of the beach along Ocean Drive. Sixth House Collapse in Four Years Visitors … Read more