The claim made in a Washington Post article that “Extreme heat kills more people in the United States than any other weather hazard” is likely inaccurate. While mainstream media outlets frequently issue warnings about the dangers of extreme weather, it fails to acknowledge that the overall number of weather-related deaths has significantly decreased over time. …
A few weeks ago, I embarked on a road trip from Charlottesville, Virginia to my hometown in Rogers, Arkansas. As I drove west, hoping to escape the smoke from the Canadian wildfires, I realized it was following me all the way to Arkansas. This smoke, much like the extreme weather we’ve been experiencing in the …
William Gallus is an esteemed professor of atmospheric science at Iowa State University. A heat dome is a phenomenon where a persistent region of high pressure traps and concentrates heat over a particular area. This heat dome can extend over multiple states and linger for days or even weeks, subjecting the people, crops, and animals …
Texas and Louisiana are currently experiencing a severe heatwave, with more than a dozen people losing their lives due to heat-related conditions. Webb County, which includes Laredo, has witnessed eleven deaths in less than two weeks, shocking the community. Dr. Corinne Stern, the county’s medical examiner, expressed surprise at the unprecedented temperatures caused by a …
In the chilly and wet Pacific Northwest, spring seemed distant in mid-April. However, just two weeks later, Spokane experienced a record-breaking temperature of 84 degrees Fahrenheit, signaling the arrival of a historic heatwave that lasted for a month. During this heatwave, Portland’s metro area broke records for consecutive days with temperatures over 80 and 90 …
The city of Beijing and other parts of northern China are currently experiencing extremely high temperatures, prompting authorities to advise people to minimize their time outdoors. The Nanjiao observatory in southern Beijing has recorded temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) for three consecutive days, which is a first according to the China Meteorological …
Beijing and other parts of northern China are currently facing a heatwave, with authorities advising people to limit their time outdoors. The Nanjiao observatory in southern Beijing recorded temperatures above 104 degrees Fahrenheit for a third consecutive day, marking a new record. Hebei province and Tianjin have also experienced temperatures above 104 degrees in recent …
Over the past few days, there have been a reported 96 deaths in two highly populated states in India, as the country continues to suffer from a scorching heatwave. The fatalities occurred in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh and the eastern state of Bihar. Officials in both states have issued warnings to residents over …
A total of 34 fatalities have been reported over the past 48 hours in Uttar Pradesh, a north Indian state experiencing severe heat. Officials have advised residents above the age of 60 to stay indoors during the daytime due to the intense heat. All individuals who died were over 60 years old and had …
The American summer vacation is a beloved tradition, filled with outdoor activities like playground visits, swimming in the local pool, and camp sing-alongs. However, as climate change continues to raise temperatures, many of these cherished summer traditions are changing. Summer camps are now moving indoors, and parks are closing during heat waves. Even air travel …