Around the United States, dangerous floods, heat and storms are happening more frequently.
Tag: Hurricanes and Tropical Storms
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Many Future Storms May Dump 50% More Rain, Overwhelming City Drains
In some of the nation’s most populous areas, hazardous storms can dump significantly more water than previously believed, new calculations show.
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Weather Warnings Can Save Lives. Here’s What Makes Them Effective.
A weather warning can be issued for events including tornadoes, hurricanes and blizzards. Here’s what makes people act on — or ignore — those messages.
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In the Bahamas, a Constant Race to Adapt to Climate Change
Rising seas and the ongoing threat of hurricanes and storm surges have forced the Caribbean nation to become a laboratory for climate adaptation.
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Typhoon Mawar Lashes Guam With High Winds, Knocking Out Power
The slow-moving Pacific cyclone brought strong winds to the American territory on Wednesday afternoon. Most of the island was without electricity.