Where the Mississippi River ends, the compounding threats of drought and climate change put pressure on communities that feel forgotten.
Tag: Disasters and Emergencies
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5th National Climate Assessment Lays Out Climate Threats and Solutions
A major report from the federal government lays out both the far-reaching perils of global warming and the cost-effective fixes that are available today.
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Days After Hurricane Otis, a Desperate Search for Food, Water and Loved Ones
Days after the storm, Acapulco residents were navigating broken glass, searching for water and food, and trying to find loved ones. Many said the government was not doing enough.
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Hurricane Otis Heads For Acapulco as ‘Catastrophic’ Category 5
Forecasters warn of destructive winds, flooding and mudslides in the states of Guerrero and Oaxaca when it makes landfall overnight or early Wednesday.
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After Devastating Wildfires, Maui Pushes for Honoring Its Past
The wildfire that devastated Lahaina wiped out many vestiges of the town’s past. Conservators are racing to recover what they can.