Rochester, New York, is quietly becoming a hotspot for people looking to escape extreme weather. This city, known for its manufacturing past, is now attracting folks who want a more stable climate. It's not just the weather that's drawing people in. Rochester has been working hard to tackle climate change. The city has plans to cut down on carbon emissions and is inv...
California is bracing for a week of intense weather, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to hit the state. This weather event is part of a larger storm system that will sweep across the country, causing a variety of weather issues from the West Coast to the Eastern Seaboard. The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and strong winds to California, with th...
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...
When it comes to natural disasters, not all places are equal. Some regions are more at risk than others, and this isn't just about geography. Politics and regional differences play a huge role in how vulnerable a place is to natural disasters. This vulnerability isn't just about the frequency of disasters; it's also about how well-prepared a region is to handle them....
Imagine a fish that looks like a silver ribbon with bright orange fins. This is the oarfish, a deep-sea dweller that has a mysterious reputation. Recently, one of these unusual fish washed up on the shores of Lanzarote in the Canary Islands. The locals were surprised, and some even feared that this sighting might be a bad omen. The oarfish is often called th...
The eastern part of the U. S. is gearing up for a fresh round of intense, wet weather. This includes heavy rain and strong winds that could bring tornadoes to the Mississippi Valley. Kentucky, Tennessee, West Virginia, and Arkansas are under flood alerts. The National Weather Service is urging people to avoid roads as some areas could see up to 8 inches of rain. Kent...
The Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR) has been a hotspot for trouble for over ten years. Nearly half of its 22 countries and territories have been in chaos due to political conflicts, increasing violence, and natural disasters. These events have torn apart communities, sparked disease outbreaks, and put immense pressure on healthcare systems. Imagine living in a pl...
When it comes to climate change, we often hear calls for action. But what about those who aren't typically on board with sustainable living, like conservatives in Western Europe, Israel, and the United States? Well, it turns out that experiencing or expecting natural disasters can change their minds. Research across 24 countries showed that when conservatives face or...
Gavin Newsom entered his role as governor in 2018 amidst one of California's most devastating events: the Camp Fire. Before he even took office, he joined then-President Donald Trump and then-Governor Jerry Brown to assess the fire's damage. Over six years later, Newsom will meet Trump again, but this time in Los Angeles to view the wreckage of recent wildfires in Pa...
Imagine a world where you're penalized for living in a place prone to natural disasters. That's what should happen according to basic economics. But our insurance system doesn't work that way. Instead, it encourages people to move to risky areas. This is a big problem, especially with climate change making these disasters more frequent and severe. Take the recent fi...