Tag: Extreme
“Hydroclimate Whiplash”: How Extreme Rainfall and Drought Are Linked
The recent surge in deadly flash flood events across the United States during the month of July has…
Humidity from Corn Sweat Intensifies Extreme Heat Wave in U.S. Midwest
As the heat wave continues to grip the eastern United States, the combination of high temperatures and humidity…
What to know about the extreme U.S. flooding — and ways to stay safe
Russell: The warming atmosphere and oceans are also fueling more intense tropical storms and hurricanes. Warmer oceans provide…
Extreme Heat Endangers AI Data Centers
The threat of heat waves to data centers that power artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly concerning as…
Disaster 101: Your guide to extreme weather preparation, relief, and recovery
Extreme weather events can strike anywhere, causing significant damage and disruption to daily life. Whether it's a hurricane,…
How climate change is worsening extreme heat
Extreme weather events are becoming more frequent and severe, grabbing headlines around the world. Scientific research has shown…
Meet the storm chasers on the hunt for extreme hail
Storm chasers are a unique breed, with some pursuing the thrill of tornadoes and others dedicated to capturing…
AI Could Help Save Patients from Extreme Heat
Extreme heat can have devastating effects on vulnerable populations, especially those with underlying health conditions. In an effort…
Workers Have Died in Extreme Heat as OSHA Has Debated Protections
Extreme heat has claimed the lives of several workers as federal regulators continue to debate the implementation of…
Plan Ahead for Extreme Air Conditions
Wildfires are becoming an increasingly common threat across the United States, with the annual acreage burned by wildfires…
It’s not just the cities. Extreme heat is a growing threat to rural America.
Extreme heat can exacerbate existing health conditions in older adults, leading to heat-related illnesses such as heat stroke…
Extreme winter weather isn’t down to a wavier jet stream
A wavy polar jet stream can bring icy storms further southScience History Images / Alamy Stock Photo Recent…