How back-to-back hurricanes set off a year of compounding disasters for one city − and alarm bells about risks in a warming world

A National Academies report finds crucial lessons for everyone’s disaster planning and recovery in a town hit hard by two hurricanes, downpours and deep freezes, all in the midst of a pandemic.

Tracy Kijewski-Correa, Professor of Engineering and Global Affairs, University of Notre Dame • conversation
Aug. 14, 2024 ~11 min

How to protect your home from wildfires – here’s what fire prevention experts say is most important

Roofs, windows and siding all affect how vulnerable a home is and how likely it is to survive a wildfire. So does what’s around it in the ‘home ignition zone.’

Chris Moran, Post-doctoral Researcher, Fire Center, University of Montana • conversation
July 16, 2024 ~7 min


How does hail grow to the size of golf balls and even grapefruit? The science behind this destructive weather phenomenon

An atmospheric scientist explains how hail forms and what to do if you’re suddenly being pelted by giant ice chunks falling from the sky.

Brian Tang, Associate Professor of Atmospheric Science, University at Albany, State University of New York • conversation
June 26, 2024 ~8 min

Hail the size of golf balls and even grapefruit? The science of how tiny ice crystals grow dangerously large

An atmospheric scientist explains how hail forms and how this extreme weather phenomenon may be changing, with tips on how to stay safe.

Brian Tang, Associate Professor of Atmospheric Science, University at Albany, State University of New York • conversation
June 26, 2024 ~8 min

Three practical ways to address climate anxiety

Finding ways to support climate solutions can help you bolster against debilitating and paralysing climate anxiety.

Hanna Zagefka, Professor of Social Psychology, Royal Holloway University of London • conversation
June 17, 2024 ~7 min

Making climate models relevant for local decision-makers

A new downscaling method leverages machine learning to speed up climate model simulations at finer resolutions, making them usable on local levels.

Paige Colley | EAPS • mit
June 11, 2024 ~6 min

Flight MH370: can underwater sound signals solve aviation’s greatest mystery?

Analysis of data from underwater microphones could help researchers discover the fate of missing flight MH370.

Usama Kadri, Reader of Applied Mathematics, Cardiff University • conversation
June 10, 2024 ~7 min

With a record-breaking 2024 Atlantic hurricane forecast, here’s how scientists are helping Caribbean communities adapt to a warming world

Hardening electric transmission systems and monitoring ocean temperatures are two key priorities.

Jorge González-Cruz, Professor of Atmospheric & Environmental Sciences, University at Albany, State University of New York • conversation
June 5, 2024 ~8 min


Study: Heavy snowfall and rain may contribute to some earthquakes

The results suggest that climate may influence seismic activity.

Jennifer Chu | MIT News • mit
May 8, 2024 ~8 min

Houston’s flood problems offer lessons for cities trying to adapt to a changing climate

Too much pavement and old drainage systems are just two of the problems communities face.

Richard B. (Ricky) Rood, Professor Emeritus of Climate and Space Sciences and Engineering, University of Michigan • conversation
May 5, 2024 ~9 min

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