Antarctica is a place of extremes, and filming there is no easy task. Helen Hobin, a wildlife cinematographer, spent nine months in Antarctica, capturing the lives of emperor penguins. This was no ordinary filming job. It involved living in one of the coldest places on Earth, dealing with temperatures as low as -50 degrees Fahrenheit. Hobin was part of a small team t...
The climate crisis is a major health threat. The Earth's temperature has gone up by more than 1. 5 degrees Celsius since the early 1900s. This has led to sea levels rising by over 24 centimeters. The last decade has seen the 10 hottest years on record. 2024 was the hottest year ever recorded. Scientists predict that by the end of this century, global temperatures cou...
The middle of the US is facing a severe weather crisis. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain have caused major flooding in several states. This is not the first time these areas have been hit hard by storms and tornadoes. Residents are on high alert, with millions of people at risk for severe storms and flooding. Kentucky, Missouri, Indiana, and Tennessee ...
The National Weather Service has issued a serious alert. A huge storm system is moving through the South and Midwest. This storm is expected to bring heavy rain and flooding. This is not a brief storm. It is a long-lasting event. The threat to people and property is real. The storm has already caused deaths. At least seven people have died in Tennessee, Missouri, an...
In many Sub-Saharan African cities, urban flooding is a major concern. This issue is made worse by rapid urban growth and climate change. The existing drainage systems in these cities often struggle to handle heavy rainfall. One key factor that makes this problem even worse is the buildup of sediment and solid waste in these systems. Yet, not enough research has look...
The Rio Grande Valley in South Texas faced a deluge. A massive downpour hit the region, dumping over a year's worth of rain in just two days. This led to severe flooding, with cars left stranded and people needing rescue. The heavy rain caused three deaths in Hidalgo County, and many people were trapped in their homes. The situation was so bad that even emergency veh...
The impact of extreme weather events on young people's mental health is a growing concern. These events, often called climate disasters, are known to affect psychological and social well-being. Yet, there is a lack of research focusing specifically on how adolescents are affected. One study looked into this issue by examining a large group of Australian teens. The ...
A massive storm is set to unleash a variety of extreme weather conditions across the central United States, starting today. This storm will bring a mix of severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, hurricane-force winds, and a high risk of wildfires. The storm's path will affect millions of people from the Mississippi Valley to the South, and even up into the Midwest. The...
In the United States, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a big deal. It's the main source of weather and climate information, both at home and abroad. But recently, NOAA has been hit with significant job cuts. More than 800 employees were let go in February alone, and more cuts are expected. This has raised serious concerns about the future...
Raptors, like golden eagles, Bonelli's eagles, and Spanish eagles, are birds of prey that soar through the skies. They are highly sensitive to changes in weather. This is because their flight patterns are deeply influenced by atmospheric conditions. Scientists have been studying how these birds react to extreme weather events, such as heatwaves. The study us...