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Heat and snowfall, rain and wildfires. It's a week of extreme weather in the U.S

Extreme weather events are simultaneously hitting the U.S., from heatwaves and wildfires to tropical storms causing floods, all exacerbated by climate change.

What broken climate records mean for humans

Month after month, global temperatures are breaking records. Scientists predict exceeding Paris Agreement goals due to rising carbon levels.

There is more carbon dioxide than ever in the atmosphere. That's bad for the climate

The concentration of planet-warming carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere has hit a new record, leading to extreme weather events and emphasizing the urgent need to reduce fossil fuel use.

Scientists blame climate change for record heatwaves in 2023

Human-induced climate change significantly contributed to the second warmest year on record in the UK.

How the Shock of Catastrophic Floods Is Changing Farming in Vermont

Vermont farmers facing increased climate-related risks, including more frequent extreme weather events.

2023 was hottest year on record as Earth nears critical 1.5C threshold

2023 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures approaching the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Climate change intensified heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires across the planet, causing temperatures in 2023 to likely exceed those of any period in at least the last 100,000 years.

Heat and snowfall, rain and wildfires. It's a week of extreme weather in the U.S

Extreme weather events are simultaneously hitting the U.S., from heatwaves and wildfires to tropical storms causing floods, all exacerbated by climate change.

What broken climate records mean for humans

Month after month, global temperatures are breaking records. Scientists predict exceeding Paris Agreement goals due to rising carbon levels.

There is more carbon dioxide than ever in the atmosphere. That's bad for the climate

The concentration of planet-warming carbon dioxide in the Earth's atmosphere has hit a new record, leading to extreme weather events and emphasizing the urgent need to reduce fossil fuel use.

Scientists blame climate change for record heatwaves in 2023

Human-induced climate change significantly contributed to the second warmest year on record in the UK.

How the Shock of Catastrophic Floods Is Changing Farming in Vermont

Vermont farmers facing increased climate-related risks, including more frequent extreme weather events.

2023 was hottest year on record as Earth nears critical 1.5C threshold

2023 was the hottest year on record, with temperatures approaching the critical threshold of 1.5 degrees Celsius.
Climate change intensified heatwaves, droughts, and wildfires across the planet, causing temperatures in 2023 to likely exceed those of any period in at least the last 100,000 years.
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When a television meteorologist breaks down on air and admits fear

John Morales emotionally reacted on-air to the destructive potential of Hurricane Milton, reflecting the profound impact of extreme weather on communities.
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Humanity's survival is still within our grasp just. But only if we take these radical steps | David King

Climate crisis escalating: Polar ice loss accelerating, extreme events intensifying, urgent action imperative.

July ends 13-month streak of global heat records, but experts warn against relief

Earth's 13-month heat record streak ended in July due to fading El Nino, but overall warming trend remains threatening.

Hurricane Beryl supercharged by crazy' ocean temperatures, experts say

Ocean temperatures supercharged Hurricane Beryl, setting a dangerous precedent for future violent storms.

Humanity's survival is still within our grasp just. But only if we take these radical steps | David King

Climate crisis escalating: Polar ice loss accelerating, extreme events intensifying, urgent action imperative.

July ends 13-month streak of global heat records, but experts warn against relief

Earth's 13-month heat record streak ended in July due to fading El Nino, but overall warming trend remains threatening.

Hurricane Beryl supercharged by crazy' ocean temperatures, experts say

Ocean temperatures supercharged Hurricane Beryl, setting a dangerous precedent for future violent storms.
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Marine creatures at risk from "unusual warmth" hitting the world's oceans

Rising ocean temperatures have global impacts, affecting marine ecosystems, weather patterns, and potentially leading to hyperactive hurricane seasons.

California's Park Fire wildfire erupts to 4th-largest in state history

The Park Fire in California is part of a concerning trend of increasingly massive wildfires, with most significant fires occurring post-2000.

Record-Breaking Ocean Heat Wave Foreshadows a Dangerous Hurricane Season

Marine heat waves in the North Atlantic have been breaking daily temperature records for an extended period, with significant margins, pointing to the increasing global ocean heat warming trend.

Marine creatures at risk from "unusual warmth" hitting the world's oceans

Rising ocean temperatures have global impacts, affecting marine ecosystems, weather patterns, and potentially leading to hyperactive hurricane seasons.

California's Park Fire wildfire erupts to 4th-largest in state history

The Park Fire in California is part of a concerning trend of increasingly massive wildfires, with most significant fires occurring post-2000.

Record-Breaking Ocean Heat Wave Foreshadows a Dangerous Hurricane Season

Marine heat waves in the North Atlantic have been breaking daily temperature records for an extended period, with significant margins, pointing to the increasing global ocean heat warming trend.
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Artificial Intelligence Gives Weather Forecasters a New Edge

A.I. weather forecasting is becoming more accurate and faster, outperforming traditional models in predicting hurricane paths.

Have you lost someone to extreme weather? We want to hear from you

NPR invites individuals affected by extreme weather events to share their stories for potential use in future reports.

Norwegian startup trains AI to predict natural disasters

7Analytics trains AI on diverse data for precise disaster predictions, offering insights and alerts for proactive risk management and enabling targeted insurance premium adjustments.

How Cloud Seeding Works and Why It's Wrongly Blamed for Floods From Dubai to California

Cloud seeding might not directly cause floods, as experts consider blaming the devastating downpour on the technology misguided.

Weather tracker: Gulf braced for thunderstorms

Intense thunderstorms forecast for Gulf region with significant flooding risk due to high rainfall.

Part of Highway 1 cut off after collapse could soon be passable in Big Sur. Here's when

Stabilization of Highway 1 in Big Sur after winter storm damage to be completed by Memorial Day.

Sierra Nevada snowpack unusually normal' and reservoirs are brimming as winter season winds down

Sierra Nevada snowpack at average levels, providing normal water supply this year.
California experiencing a rare but beneficial normal winter after years of extreme drought and flood years.
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Cyclone forecasting boosted by artificial intelligence offers earlier path tracking

Artificial intelligence models can predict the risks of cyclones with increasing accuracy
Forecasting models generated by machine learning are becoming more accessible to the public

How Neara uses AI to protect utilities from extreme weather | TechCrunch

Neara has launched AI and machine learning products that create large-scale models of power networks to assess risks without manual surveys.
The startup has raised $45 million AUD in funding and has partnered with utilities companies like Southern California Edison and SA Power Networks.

Cyclone forecasting boosted by artificial intelligence offers earlier path tracking

Artificial intelligence models can predict the risks of cyclones with increasing accuracy
Forecasting models generated by machine learning are becoming more accessible to the public

How Neara uses AI to protect utilities from extreme weather | TechCrunch

Neara has launched AI and machine learning products that create large-scale models of power networks to assess risks without manual surveys.
The startup has raised $45 million AUD in funding and has partnered with utilities companies like Southern California Edison and SA Power Networks.
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Diverse forests of slow-growing trees more resilient to storms, study finds

Forests with diverse tree species are more resilient to storms than monocultures
The type of trees also matters, with hardwood species being more resilient than conifers
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2023 Was the Hottest Year Ever and 2024 May Be Even Worse

2023 was the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2016 by a wide margin.
Global average temperature was at least 1C warmer than pre-industrial averages every single day of 2023.

'Frankly astonished': 2023 was significantly hotter than any other year on record

2023 was the hottest year on record
Global warming driven by burning fossil fuels is the primary cause

2023 Was the Hottest Year Ever and 2024 May Be Even Worse

2023 was the hottest year on record, surpassing the previous record set in 2016 by a wide margin.
Global average temperature was at least 1C warmer than pre-industrial averages every single day of 2023.

'Frankly astonished': 2023 was significantly hotter than any other year on record

2023 was the hottest year on record
Global warming driven by burning fossil fuels is the primary cause
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It's official: 2023 was hottest year in decades

Earth last year shattered global annual heat records, coming dangerously close to the 1.5 degrees Celsius limit set in the Paris climate accord.
January 2024 is on track to be so warm that it will exceed the 1.5-degree threshold, marking the first time a 12-month period will breach that limit.

A hotter year, again

2023 was the hottest year on record
Rising temperatures lead to extreme weather events and wildfires
#extreme weather events

Top 25 News Photos of 2023

The article discusses major news events and moments of 2023.
The events include a Hamas attack in Israel, extreme weather events, and a devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria.

Google unveils new AI weather forecaster - and it may be better than your old app

Google DeepMind has introduced a new weather forecasting model that delivers 10-day predictions in less than a minute.
The model, called GraphCast, outperforms traditional weather models by at least 90% and emphasizes historic weather data.
GraphCast is praised for its accuracy, accessibility, and ability to predict extreme weather events and flooding.

Climate Change is Hitting Every Part of Americans' Daily Lives, Major Report Warns

The National Climate Assessment reveals that climate change is already impacting every region of the United States and causing harm across various aspects of daily life.
The United States is warming about 60% faster than the global average, experiencing extreme weather events like heat waves, droughts, wildfires, and heavy downpours.
The report unequivocally blames the burning of coal, oil, and gas for climate change and its consequences.

Latest US climate assessment shows the extreme toll taken by climate change

Climate disasters are costing the US billions of dollars a year, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities.
The national climate assessment includes chapters on the economic impact and social inequities of climate change for the first time.
Extreme weather events, such as floods, fires, and heatwaves, are becoming more frequent and costly in the US.

How to talk to consumers about climate change | MarTech

Marketers can play a role in combating climate change through cutting CO2 emissions from digital marketing and communicating with sustainability-focused consumers.
October 2023 is projected to be the warmest year in 125,000 years due to record-breaking temperatures in October 2021, leading to stronger and more frequent extreme weather events.

Top 25 News Photos of 2023

The article discusses major news events and moments of 2023.
The events include a Hamas attack in Israel, extreme weather events, and a devastating earthquake in Turkey and Syria.

Google unveils new AI weather forecaster - and it may be better than your old app

Google DeepMind has introduced a new weather forecasting model that delivers 10-day predictions in less than a minute.
The model, called GraphCast, outperforms traditional weather models by at least 90% and emphasizes historic weather data.
GraphCast is praised for its accuracy, accessibility, and ability to predict extreme weather events and flooding.

Climate Change is Hitting Every Part of Americans' Daily Lives, Major Report Warns

The National Climate Assessment reveals that climate change is already impacting every region of the United States and causing harm across various aspects of daily life.
The United States is warming about 60% faster than the global average, experiencing extreme weather events like heat waves, droughts, wildfires, and heavy downpours.
The report unequivocally blames the burning of coal, oil, and gas for climate change and its consequences.

Latest US climate assessment shows the extreme toll taken by climate change

Climate disasters are costing the US billions of dollars a year, disproportionately affecting vulnerable communities.
The national climate assessment includes chapters on the economic impact and social inequities of climate change for the first time.
Extreme weather events, such as floods, fires, and heatwaves, are becoming more frequent and costly in the US.

How to talk to consumers about climate change | MarTech

Marketers can play a role in combating climate change through cutting CO2 emissions from digital marketing and communicating with sustainability-focused consumers.
October 2023 is projected to be the warmest year in 125,000 years due to record-breaking temperatures in October 2021, leading to stronger and more frequent extreme weather events.
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What ancient Earth tells us about surviving the climate crisis

2023 has been a year of extreme weather events, including record-breaking heatwaves and wildfires.
Michael Mann believes that these events highlight the urgency of the climate crisis and the need for immediate action.

How the Caribbean is adapting to climate change after a record-breaking 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

Preparing for Atlantic hurricane season is crucial in the Caribbean, with increasing climate challenges.

Why is Brazilian wine so overlooked? | Fiona Beckett on drink

Brazil's wine industry, particularly in Rio Grande do Sul, has faced challenges due to extreme weather events like floods, highlighting the vulnerability of vineyards to climate change.

Twisters Offers an Unlikely Solution to One of the Greatest Problems of Our Time

The original Twister movie portrayed extreme weather events as rare and unprecedented, while its sequel Twisters showcases them as more common and even a business opportunity.

Just the idea of future bad weather makes your food more expensive

Extreme weather events can impact food prices through the entire supply chain, including transportation disruptions and production delays.
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