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New analysis could help Washington, D.C., better prepare for floods

Maps that account for rainfall and overwhelmed storm drains show greater risks than traditional flood plain maps.

Sunday, Sep 20

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A repeat of Miami’s 1926 hurricane could cost over $280 billion. That’s more than Hurricane Katrina.

A century of development, rising seas, and climate change have made South Florida far more vulnerable to a catastrophic storm.

Saturday, Sep 19

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Atlantic remains hurricane-free as Tropical Storm Fay forms near the Azores

While the Atlantic remains historically quiet with no hurricanes so far, several systems are stirring in the Pacific, including one that could strengthen near Mexico next week.

Friday, Sep 18

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Una ciudad ecuatoriana de 200.000 habitantes ahora tiene más de 600 hectáreas de áreas verdes conectadas

Cada atardecer, más de 32 kilómetros de senderos en Loja reciben a padres, adultos mayores y ciclistas en espacios que hace apenas una década eran evitados por inseguridad y abandono.

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For many Pittsburgh residents, wet basements pose health risks

Chronic moisture can create ideal conditions for mold that can trigger asthma attacks, allergies, and rashes.

Thursday, Sep 17

14

A look back at the devastating Great Miami Hurricane, 100 years later

"Late that night, in absolute darkness, it hit, with the far shrieking screams, the queer rumbling of a vast and irresistible freight train." (Marjory Stoneman Douglas)

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‘Oyster castles’ to help keep a South Carolina community safe from erosion

A nearly 2,000-foot-long wall covered in oysters will restore natural habitat.

Wednesday, Sep 16

This Texas county is mapping climate risks – and the people most exposed

The tool connects climate hazards with health and financial burdens to help communities prepare.

Tuesday, Sep 15

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12 climate books for back-to-school season

These titles showcase how disciplines across the curriculum can inform our response to climate change.

10 ways climate-change-altered hurricanes may come to bite us

What happens if sea level rise, hurricane wind strength, or other factors turn out worse than expected?

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One dollar spent preparing for disasters can save six

The reinstated federal BRIC program funds projects that make communities more resilient before fires, floods, and hurricanes strike.

Monday, Sep 14

14

7 climate films to binge-watch next weekend

An organizer of New York City’s Climate Film Festival offers his recommendations.

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Some coastal towns in North Carolina now flood up to 100 days a year

Sea level rise worsens flooding, cutting people off from work, school, and services.

Friday, Sep 11

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La Tierra acaba de vivir su agosto más caluroso registrado

El intenso súper El Niño, combinado con el calentamiento global, hace prever que 2026 será el año más caluroso registrado, y se espera que 2027 sea aún más caluroso.

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Kids can help after a disaster

Getting children involved in disaster recovery in age-appropriate ways can help them process their experience.

Thursday, Sep 10

18

Earth just had its hottest August on record

The intensifying super El Niño, combined with global warming, is favored to make 2026 the hottest year on record, with 2027 expected to be even hotter.

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Art installation makes it easier to visualize sea level rise

A stone bench and pillar on Bainbridge Island in Washington State show how sea levels could change over the coming decades.

Wednesday, Sep 9

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We just had the hottest August, hottest summer, and hottest year to date in U.S. history

NOAA data show unprecedented heat across the contiguous U.S., as deepening drought, shrinking reservoirs, and a severe wildfire season underscore the growing impacts of a warming climate.

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Students build EV chargers, gain skills for green jobs

A Sacramento project offered young people from underserved communities hands-on experience with electric vehicle technology.

Tuesday, Sep 8

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Hurricane Lowell slams Hawaii, triggering historic tornado watch and widespread flooding

Lowell never officially made landfall, but its widespread impacts made it one of Hawaii's most consequential tropical cyclones in decades.

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This city’s winters are disappearing fast

Reno’s fall freeze is arriving over a month later than in the past – the biggest shift in the nation.

Monday, Sep 7

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Another hurricane to bring torrential rains to Hawaii

Hurricane Lowell to bring impacts to Hawaii, isolated 16 inches of rain could produce flash floods, and could cause streams to overflow. Power outages and storm surge also possible.

14

The next water crisis is beneath our feet

As droughts intensify and groundwater warms, contaminants can move into underground aquifers – threatening drinking water and agriculture.

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After a flood, some manufactured home residents sometimes have nowhere safe to rebuild

Zoning restrictions can prevent new manufactured home parks from opening in safer locations, forcing disaster survivors to return to flood-prone areas.

Friday, Sep 4

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How close to Hawaii will Hurricane Lowell get?

A hard-right turn this weekend will push the former Cat 5 hurricane toward the state’s northwestern islands, with the potential for broader impacts statewide.

14

Wildfires, beyond the headlines

Here are some important reads from a fiery summer.

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Hot weather linked to workplace injuries, even indoors

Researchers found that the risk grows when the heat index exceeds 85 degrees Fahrenheit and increases sharply at higher temperatures.

Thursday, Sep 3

14

Staff picks: Our favorite climate books

Yale Climate Connections reporters, meteorologists, and editors share the reads that inspire them.

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Churches could become cooling centers during heat waves

A Duke University program is training rural faith leaders to educate residents and provide relief during heat waves.

Wednesday, Sep 2

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Edouard descarga un golpe desproporcionado de inundaciones repentinas sobre el este de Texas

Y la próxima semana, el Huracán Lowell podría virar bruscamente hacia Hawái.