Imagine a tiny mountain town, 20 miles east of Asheville, suddenly turned upside down. Hurricane Helene brought devastation to Swannanoa, with floodwaters reaching heights of at least 10 feet in some spots. The Whitson Avenue Bridge, which crosses the Swannanoa River, collapsed under the sudden down
Ever wondered what really caused that huge fire in Lahaina, Maui? Well, a recent report from Maui County and the Federal Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives has finally shed some light on this. Guess what? It all started with a power line from Hawaiian Electric Co. This line was dama
Imagine a young beaver named Nibi, raised by humans after being found orphaned on the side of a busy road in Chelmsford, Massachusetts. Newhouse Wildlife Rescue took her in and cared for her, but now there's a debate about whether she should go back into the wild. A judge has temporarily stopped thi
As fall approaches, Louisiana is buzzing with excitement over the upcoming hunting season. This year marks a significant change: for the first time in more than 30 years, hunters can look forward to a black bear hunting season starting in December. The Department of Wildlife and Fisheries has been w
Extreme weather events like Hurricane Helene are challenging authorities and forecasters in communicating links to climate change. This has led some Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, to label climate change as a "scam." The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) a
In Japan, last month was the second-hottest September ever recorded. The eastern and western coasts broke their own records for average temperatures. The nation as a whole saw an increase of 2.52 degrees Celsius compared to the usual average. This is just behind last year's record since 1898, accord
Ever thought about what makes your favorite coffee so expensive? It's not just the fancy brewing methods or trendy cafes. The main culprit is climate change, which is making it harder to grow the beans. Countries like Vietnam and Brazil, which produce a lot of the world's coffee, are facing droughts
Western North Carolina was devastated by Hurricane Helene, with severe flooding and landslides causing extensive damage. Road closures have hindered emergency response efforts, while essential services like electricity, internet, and cellular networks remain down. The River Arts District in Ashevill
Imagine your favorite NFL stadium turning into a lifesaving hub during natural disasters. That's exactly what's happening as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) teams up with the National Football League (NFL). Four well-known stadiums—in Pittsburgh, New Jersey, Seattle, and Tampa—are now
As summer fades away, a unique guest starts to appear in Minnesota. We're talking about pelicans! These large birds with their signature pouch-like bills are making a pit stop at lakes like Long Meadow Lake in Bloomington before they head south for the winter. You might be surprised to know that th
