Scientists knew human-induced climate change would cause Hurricane Florence to be bigger and wetter, even before the storm hit. Here's how.

Breast cancer patients who lived through Hurricane Katrina have a 15% higher death rate. An expert says that highlights issues with health care access.

Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent, more severe, and more widespread. A new model predicts extinction risk for species in these conditions.

How will people react in the face of an outbreak or natural disaster? Computer models that are a bit like "The Sims" could give us an idea.

"More than half of all Americans do not prepare for disasters." Are you one of them? Here's what you can do.

A tool called "Panacea's Cloud" will help first responders communicate in natural or human-made disasters when cell phones or other devices are unavailable.

An OB-GYN addresses a common myth, that barometric pressure during a hurricane causes early labor, and shares how pregnant women should prepare for big storms.

A new poll finds that many older adults aren't prepared for natural disasters or other emergencies, including severe weather or long-term power outages.

For 10 years, researchers have used sensors they installed on the Matterhorn mountain to watch for changes and natural hazards.

There may be a way for scientists to predict when volcanoes will erupt by closely monitoring pressure changes, researchers say.