Western U.S. Faces ‘Extreme’ Wildfire Risk Now and Later
Wildfire season is off to a fast start in the Southwest, and dry summer anticipated may bring above average fire activity.… Read More
Climate Change Threatens Saguaro National Park’s Cacti
Saguaro National Park's managers are increasingly worried climate change may damage the park's staple desert plants.… Read More
Critical Flaws Bared in Aviation Tornado Warning System
Crucial gaps in the nation’s aviation tornado warning and response system remain, like alerting airline pilots & passengers.… Read More
A Dozen Texas Tornadoes Leave Lasting Impression
Dallas-Forth Worth was hit by two tornadoes Tuesday, which left indelible images, and luckily, no fatalities.… Read More
Heat Records Smashed in Texas and Oklahoma
National climate data shows Texas had the hottest June through August period on record for any state in the country, with Oklahoma a close second.… Read More
Global Warming Amplifying Texas Drought, Wildfires, Scientists Say
With wildfires raging after the hottest and driest summer on record in Texas, scientists weigh in on the climate change connections.… Read More
Southern Heat and Drought Projected to Continue into Fall, Forecasters Say
No near-term relief is in sight for the brutal heat and drought conditions that have parched parts of the South and Southwest, forecasters said yesterday.… Read More
Climate Change Tempers Good News About Colorado River Basin Water Supply
In the short run, there is good news about Colorado River Basin water supplies, but climate change and increasing water demand point to long-term problems.… Read More
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