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Futurism
3 months ago
Environment

Bill Nye Issues Warning for the World

Greenland's massive ice sheet is melting due to climate change, releasing greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
The melting of Greenland's ice sheet is causing rising sea levels, disrupting weather patterns, and potentially impacting the circulation of the ocean. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Area Outdoors: Where to get wet at East Bay parks with this weekend's King Tides

King tides are extremely high tides caused by the alignment of the sun, moon, and earth.
These tides are a glimpse into the future of climate change and the rising sea levels. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
5 months ago
New York City

Snakes, Spores and Sewage: Life in the Neighborhood Called the Hole'

The neighborhood called the Hole, situated between Brooklyn and Queens in New York City, faces multiple challenges including climate change impacts such as rising sea levels and increased flooding
Residents of the Hole have learned to navigate the unique challenges of living in a neighborhood prone to flooding, rat infestations, and encounters with snakes [ more ]
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Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
California

King tides are arriving in California. Here's what they can tell us about rising sea levels

King tides, also known as perigean spring tides, occur during new and full moons when the gravitational pull of the sun and moon align to create higher than average high tides and lower than average low tides.
King tides in California, particularly during the winter, can lead to coastal flooding and give a preview of what rising sea levels will look like. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Environment

All in same canoe': What's it like being young on a sinking small island?

The Marshall Islands are at the forefront of the impact of climate change, with rising sea levels threatening their existence.
Litokne Kabua, a youth activist from the Marshall Islands, is campaigning for global leaders to reduce emissions and protect his homeland. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Environment

The climate crisis explained in 10 charts

Carbon dioxide levels are at their highest in 4 million years.
Methane emissions have surged since 2007, contributing to global heating.
2023 is projected to be the hottest year on record. [ more ]
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