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www.amny.com
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Summer weather: Mayor Adams rolls out new preparations for extreme heat, poor air quality | amNewYork

Preparations to keep New Yorkers safe from extreme weather this summer, including expanded cooling centers and cool kits for at-risk populations. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

Her father was killed in a climate-driven flood. Here's how she's remembering him

Climate change can lead to unexpected and catastrophic events, impacting individuals and families in unforeseen ways. [ more ]
Mail Online
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The invasive species that could wreak HAVOC on Britain amid flooding

Increased flooding in the UK due to extreme weather conditions is predicted to lead to an influx of invasive species, posing threats to the environment, economy, and human health. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 weeks ago
OMG science

Extreme weather is battering the world. What's the cause? DW 05/17/2024

Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events globally. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago
Writing

Reading "On the Move" and thinking mostly about climate change

On the Move provides valuable insights on climate change impacts and necessary adaptations for higher education discussions. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
OMG science

Last summer was the hottest since the height of the Roman Empire 2,000 years ago

Global warming intensifying, 2023 hottest summer in 2,000 years, emphasize need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. [ more ]
www.amny.com
2 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Summer weather: Mayor Adams rolls out new preparations for extreme heat, poor air quality | amNewYork

Preparations to keep New Yorkers safe from extreme weather this summer, including expanded cooling centers and cool kits for at-risk populations. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 weeks ago
US news

Her father was killed in a climate-driven flood. Here's how she's remembering him

Climate change can lead to unexpected and catastrophic events, impacting individuals and families in unforeseen ways. [ more ]
Mail Online
3 weeks ago
OMG science

The invasive species that could wreak HAVOC on Britain amid flooding

Increased flooding in the UK due to extreme weather conditions is predicted to lead to an influx of invasive species, posing threats to the environment, economy, and human health. [ more ]
www.dw.com
4 weeks ago
OMG science

Extreme weather is battering the world. What's the cause? DW 05/17/2024

Climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events globally. [ more ]
Inside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
1 month ago
Writing

Reading "On the Move" and thinking mostly about climate change

On the Move provides valuable insights on climate change impacts and necessary adaptations for higher education discussions. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
OMG science

Last summer was the hottest since the height of the Roman Empire 2,000 years ago

Global warming intensifying, 2023 hottest summer in 2,000 years, emphasize need to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. [ more ]
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#climate-crisis
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Never-ending' UK rain made 10 times more likely by climate crisis, study says

Human-caused global heating made UK and Ireland's wet winter 10 times more likely and 20% wetter, showcasing severe consequences. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Impossible' heatwave struck Philippines in April, scientists find

Record-breaking heatwave in the Philippines linked to the climate crisis, exacerbating existing humanitarian crises globally. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
UK politics

UK post-Covid plan will not keep public safe, expert tells inquiry

Experts in national disaster preparedness have warned that the UK's post-pandemic resilience plan requires wholesale, radical rewriting and said the government was failing to keep the public sufficiently safe.Bruce Mann, former director of the Cabinet Office civil contingencies secretariat, told the Covid-19 public inquiry that changes called for in the new framework, published by Rishi Sunak's government in December 2022, were too slow and it was almost silent on resourcing.
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
OMG science

Never-ending' UK rain made 10 times more likely by climate crisis, study says

Human-caused global heating made UK and Ireland's wet winter 10 times more likely and 20% wetter, showcasing severe consequences. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
OMG science

Impossible' heatwave struck Philippines in April, scientists find

Record-breaking heatwave in the Philippines linked to the climate crisis, exacerbating existing humanitarian crises globally. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 year ago
UK politics

UK post-Covid plan will not keep public safe, expert tells inquiry

Experts in national disaster preparedness have warned that the UK's post-pandemic resilience plan requires wholesale, radical rewriting and said the government was failing to keep the public sufficiently safe.Bruce Mann, former director of the Cabinet Office civil contingencies secretariat, told the Covid-19 public inquiry that changes called for in the new framework, published by Rishi Sunak's government in December 2022, were too slow and it was almost silent on resourcing.
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Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Rescuers find 'exhausted' horse trapped in muddy riverbed - and fly him back to owner

Rescuers had to lift an exhausted horse out of a muddy riverbed in California due to heavy rains trapping the animal overnight.
Animal rescue teams from the Riverside Fire Department and Norco Animal Rescue collaborated to sedate and airlift the horse, named Conquistador, to safety. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
France news

Extreme weather in Italy and France brings avalanches, floods and landslides

Extreme weather in Italy and France causing avalanches, strong winds, landslides.
Avalanche risk in European regions like South Tyrol and Aosta valley is high. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Powerful California blizzard shuts Tahoe, Mammoth roads; gust of 190 mph reported

Extreme weather conditions in California, with gusts up to 190 mph and heavy snow shutting down roads.
Record-breaking wind gusts and extreme avalanche danger in the Sierra backcountry. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Rare blizzard warning for Mammoth, Tahoe: 'Not the time to gamble with ... your family's lives'

A rare blizzard warning issued for Sierra Nevada with up to 8 feet of snowfall expected.
Extreme conditions predicted with snowfall rate of 3 to 5 inches per hour and wind gusts over 100 mph. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 months ago
California

California braces for flooding again as another wet winter storm hits

Strong winter storm with flooding, hail, and possible tornadoes hitting California.
Residents in central California advised to prepare for heavy rain, flooding, and extreme weather conditions. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles

Pregnant woman is rescued from storm drain along rushing river in Anaheim

A pregnant woman was rescued from a storm drain in Anaheim.
The woman was unhoused and sought refuge in the storm drain due to the extreme weather. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
2 months ago
California

Rescuers find 'exhausted' horse trapped in muddy riverbed - and fly him back to owner

Rescuers had to lift an exhausted horse out of a muddy riverbed in California due to heavy rains trapping the animal overnight.
Animal rescue teams from the Riverside Fire Department and Norco Animal Rescue collaborated to sedate and airlift the horse, named Conquistador, to safety. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 months ago
France news

Extreme weather in Italy and France brings avalanches, floods and landslides

Extreme weather in Italy and France causing avalanches, strong winds, landslides.
Avalanche risk in European regions like South Tyrol and Aosta valley is high. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

Powerful California blizzard shuts Tahoe, Mammoth roads; gust of 190 mph reported

Extreme weather conditions in California, with gusts up to 190 mph and heavy snow shutting down roads.
Record-breaking wind gusts and extreme avalanche danger in the Sierra backcountry. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Rare blizzard warning for Mammoth, Tahoe: 'Not the time to gamble with ... your family's lives'

A rare blizzard warning issued for Sierra Nevada with up to 8 feet of snowfall expected.
Extreme conditions predicted with snowfall rate of 3 to 5 inches per hour and wind gusts over 100 mph. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
3 months ago
California

California braces for flooding again as another wet winter storm hits

Strong winter storm with flooding, hail, and possible tornadoes hitting California.
Residents in central California advised to prepare for heavy rain, flooding, and extreme weather conditions. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
Los Angeles

Pregnant woman is rescued from storm drain along rushing river in Anaheim

A pregnant woman was rescued from a storm drain in Anaheim.
The woman was unhoused and sought refuge in the storm drain due to the extreme weather. [ more ]
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MichaelEMann4 months ago
"Climate change and atmospheric dynamics unveil future weather extremes" by Nathi Magubane for @Penn's Penn Today

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Penn Today
4 months ago
OMG science

Climate change and atmospheric dynamics unveil future weather extremes | Penn Today

The 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome event was driven by a combination of natural systems and human-induced climate change.
The interplay between the jet stream and resonance caused the heat dome to amplify and persist, leading to extreme temperatures. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
US news

Lauren Boebert's Hot Take On The Cold Weather Goes Embarrassingly Awry

Rep. Lauren Boebert conflated weather with climate change in a tweet criticizing climate protesters during extreme winter weather.
Critics pointed out the difference between weather and climate, explaining that climate change can cause extreme weather patterns like cold spells and heavy snow. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

Young people's plea to Cop28: World leaders owe it to future generations'

Children from countries affected by the climate crisis are calling for action to prioritize their futures
Extreme weather has internally displaced millions of children and put billions at high risk [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
UK politics

UK government is not prepared for climate disasters, says spending watchdog

The UK government is not adequately prepared for climate disasters such as droughts and floods.
The government does not have clearly defined targets or an effective strategy to make the UK resilient to extreme weather. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
UK news

Man freezes to death' while sleeping in car amid cold weather

A homeless man in Nottinghamshire is believed to have frozen to death inside a car as temperatures dropped to -10C.
Yellow weather warnings for snow, ice, and rain are currently in place in various parts of the UK. [ more ]
#global warming
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Environment

A Tense Climate Summit Begins Against a Backdrop of War and Record Heat

World leaders at the UN climate conference in Dubai are urging the rapid transition away from fossil fuels and towards clean energy.
Greenhouse gas emissions have already warmed the planet by 1.2 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels, causing destructive climate events worldwide. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
Environment

Deafening cacophony of broken records' as 2023 set to be hottest year on record

2023 is expected to be the hottest year on record.
Record-high monthly temperatures were observed in the oceans from April to October.
Greenhouse gas levels, global temperatures, and sea level rise are all at record highs. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Environment

3 climate impacts the U.S. will see if warming goes beyond 1.5 degrees

The world is perilously close to the 1.5-degree Celsius warming limit agreed upon by countries.
The U.S. is warming up at a faster rate than the global average, making the effects of climate change more pronounced.
Extreme heat events in the U.S. will become more frequent and intense if global warming exceeds 1.5 degrees Celsius. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
Environment

A Tense Climate Summit Begins Against a Backdrop of War and Record Heat

World leaders at the UN climate conference in Dubai are urging the rapid transition away from fossil fuels and towards clean energy.
Greenhouse gas emissions have already warmed the planet by 1.2 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels, causing destructive climate events worldwide. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
Environment

Deafening cacophony of broken records' as 2023 set to be hottest year on record

2023 is expected to be the hottest year on record.
Record-high monthly temperatures were observed in the oceans from April to October.
Greenhouse gas levels, global temperatures, and sea level rise are all at record highs. [ more ]
www.npr.org
6 months ago
Environment

3 climate impacts the U.S. will see if warming goes beyond 1.5 degrees

The world is perilously close to the 1.5-degree Celsius warming limit agreed upon by countries.
The U.S. is warming up at a faster rate than the global average, making the effects of climate change more pronounced.
Extreme heat events in the U.S. will become more frequent and intense if global warming exceeds 1.5 degrees Celsius. [ more ]
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#global heating
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

Climate collapse in real time': UN head Antonio Guterres urges Cop28 to act

UN secretary-general warns of climate collapse in real time.
2023 is projected to be the hottest year ever recorded. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

Madagascan heatwave virtually impossible' without human-caused global heating

A record-breaking heatwave in Madagascar in October, linked to human-caused global heating, highlighted the lack of capabilities in African governments to record climate impacts.
The extreme temperatures impacted millions of poor people, but the damage was not recorded by officials or the media.
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense due to human-caused global heating, leading to unreported early deaths and increasing the need for funding to help developing countries cope with climate impacts. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

Climate collapse in real time': UN head Antonio Guterres urges Cop28 to act

UN secretary-general warns of climate collapse in real time.
2023 is projected to be the hottest year ever recorded. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Environment

Madagascan heatwave virtually impossible' without human-caused global heating

A record-breaking heatwave in Madagascar in October, linked to human-caused global heating, highlighted the lack of capabilities in African governments to record climate impacts.
The extreme temperatures impacted millions of poor people, but the damage was not recorded by officials or the media.
Heatwaves are becoming more frequent and intense due to human-caused global heating, leading to unreported early deaths and increasing the need for funding to help developing countries cope with climate impacts. [ more ]
moreglobal heating
#climate change
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Public health

Climate crisis a substantial risk' to fight against malaria, says WHO

Climate change poses a major threat to the fight against malaria, with evidence suggesting that extreme weather events and rising temperatures have led to spikes in cases.
Mosquitoes, which carry the disease, thrive in warm and humid conditions that are increasing due to global warming.
Urgent actions to slow global warming are needed to ensure sustainable and resilient malaria responses. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
Environment

Urgent action needed to combat impact of climate change on healthy ageing: study

Interventions are needed to reduce the negative impact of extreme weather on older people in urban environments.
Actionable interventions include building climate resilient housing and designing climate resilience into outdoor spaces.
Failing to act now risks further negative impacts on older people, including increased mortality. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Environment

Granderson: Climate change costs fall on states that can't afford them

The federal government's Fifth National Climate Assessment concludes that more than half of all Americans live somewhere that's projected to have more extreme weather more often.
States with high rates of poverty are also the states that suffer the most damage from extreme weather.
Florida, the state where Ron DeSantis is in charge, spent the most on weather disasters in recent years. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
7 months ago
Environment

Worsening warming is hurting people in all regions, US climate assessment shows

The National Climate Assessment reveals that climate change is already having far-reaching and worsening impacts across every region of the United States.
The US is warming 60% faster than the global average, leading to more extreme weather events like heat waves, droughts, wildfires, and heavy downpours.
The report attributes climate change to the burning of coal, oil, and gas, and highlights its negative effects on physical, mental, and community health and well-being. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Public health

Climate crisis a substantial risk' to fight against malaria, says WHO

Climate change poses a major threat to the fight against malaria, with evidence suggesting that extreme weather events and rising temperatures have led to spikes in cases.
Mosquitoes, which carry the disease, thrive in warm and humid conditions that are increasing due to global warming.
Urgent actions to slow global warming are needed to ensure sustainable and resilient malaria responses. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
Environment

Urgent action needed to combat impact of climate change on healthy ageing: study

Interventions are needed to reduce the negative impact of extreme weather on older people in urban environments.
Actionable interventions include building climate resilient housing and designing climate resilience into outdoor spaces.
Failing to act now risks further negative impacts on older people, including increased mortality. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
6 months ago
Environment

Granderson: Climate change costs fall on states that can't afford them

The federal government's Fifth National Climate Assessment concludes that more than half of all Americans live somewhere that's projected to have more extreme weather more often.
States with high rates of poverty are also the states that suffer the most damage from extreme weather.
Florida, the state where Ron DeSantis is in charge, spent the most on weather disasters in recent years. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
7 months ago
Environment

Worsening warming is hurting people in all regions, US climate assessment shows

The National Climate Assessment reveals that climate change is already having far-reaching and worsening impacts across every region of the United States.
The US is warming 60% faster than the global average, leading to more extreme weather events like heat waves, droughts, wildfires, and heavy downpours.
The report attributes climate change to the burning of coal, oil, and gas, and highlights its negative effects on physical, mental, and community health and well-being. [ more ]
moreclimate change
Secret NYC
6 months ago
NYC politics

A Wintry 'Snow Bomb' May Pummel New York This Wednesday

Meteorologists predict extreme weather in New York State during Thanksgiving week, with freezing rain, snow, and high winds expected.
Buffalo and Watertown are the most vulnerable areas, while other areas have a high chance of seeing snowfall.
Governor Hochul advises people to alter their travel plans and be vigilant during the holiday season. [ more ]
Harvard Business Review
7 months ago
Remote teams

Your Company Will Need Remote Work as Extreme Weather Gets Worse

Remote work provides companies with flexibility and is akin to an insurance policy.
Extreme weather events highlight the importance of remote work readiness.
The ability to work remotely will become more important as extreme weather events become more frequent. [ more ]
Portland Mercury
1 year ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: Camping Ban Passes, Pat Robertson is Dead, and Let's End the Wildfire Gatekeeping

The Mercury provides news and fun every single day-but your help is essential.If you believe Portland benefits from smart, local journalism and arts coverage, please consider making a small monthly contribution, because without you, there is no us.Thanks for your support!GOOD MORNING, PORTLAND!The Mercury's SANDWICH WEEK is still going on-but only until Sunday, so make sure to grab an 8 dollar sandwich from top-notch spots around the city before it's too late.
Dezeen
1 year ago
Design

Ten houses perched precariously on cliff edges

Living on the Edge is a book that celebrates clifftop houses.Here, author Agata Toromanoff selects 10 of her favourites, from a cabin in the Italian Alps to a villa on the Mexican Pacific coast.Hard to access, prone to extreme weather and environmentally delicate, cliff edges are among the most difficult sites to develop.
Los Angeles Times
1 year ago
California

As temperatures rise, flood threat grows along Los Angeles Aqueduct

More than a month after heavy storms eroded a section of the Los Angeles Aqueduct, work crews are still scrambling to complete repairs and shore up flood defenses in the face of a weeklong heat wave that threatens to trigger widespread snowmelt in the Sierra Nevada."We're doing as much as we can, as quickly as possible," said Paul Liu, of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power.
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