A Lesson Unlearned From Hurricane Katrina
The elderly are still the most vulnerable to severe weather events.
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Lord of the Tree Rings
Benjamin Cook looks at ancient trees to forecast future droughts. His latest findings are not good news for the West.
Blame These Countries for Global Warming
Seven countries account for 60 percent of the world's global warming, according to a study released last year.
Hurricanes With Female Names Are More Deadly
Researchers find giving a storm a feminine name inadvertently conveys the impression that it isn't all that dangerous. The result is inadequate preparation—and a higher death toll.
What Happens to the Great Lakes When Winter Ice Doesn’t Melt
April was the iciest month since record-keeping began in 1973.
The Disappearance of Fog on California’s Farms
California's orchard-nursing fog is withering away, and scientists aren't sure why.
The End of the Rain as We Know It
Say goodbye to that pleasant springtime drizzle. As the climate changes, get ready for more torrential downpours and more droughts.
Burning Budgets: The Out-of-Control Cost of Fighting Wildfires
The cost of fighting wildfires this year is predicted to go over budget by hundreds of millions of dollars.
