The United Nations has recognized that Earth can no longer avoid some effects of global warming. The world must find ways to reduce temperatures to safer levels, according to U.N. officials. The 2015 Paris climate accord set a temperature threshold to avoid severe climate impacts. However, the latest United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) report indicates […]
PORT ARTHUR, Texas — Formerly Tropical Storm Edouard has reduced to a depression by Tuesday night. It unleashed significant rainfall and strong winds in various parts of Texas, causing power outages for thousands, uprooting trees, and flooding roads. The storm downgraded shortly after its landfall near the Texas-Louisiana border with maximum sustained winds reaching 60 […]
The alarming pace of global temperature rise, far exceeding agreed targets, is the focus of a groundbreaking report from leading scientists. The report highlights the increasingly narrow options available to mitigate catastrophic warming. Recently, a wildfire encroached upon a beach on Croatia’s Adriatic coast. The intensity of such fires is amplified by continued global warming, […]
Developer Jeff Pori outlined plans to connect a new resort to a national park road during an interview. This involves a proposed land exchange, where an acre of federal land is traded for another parcel. This strategic move aims to create a driveway linking a lodge and rental cabins directly to Yosemite National Park. Currently, […]
In recent years, an array of extreme weather events have become increasingly common as Earth’s climate continues to warm. Among these events, wildfires and heavy rains have significantly contributed to intense flash flooding, with one such occurrence recently impacting the Grand Canyon. Bright Angel Creek, situated near the Phantom Ranger Station in the Grand Canyon, […]
Tropical Storm Marie has captured the attention of social media, with weather maps circulating that suggest its potential impact on Southern California. However, experts suggest this scenario is unlikely. The primary concern with Tropical Storm Marie is indirect effects such as rough seas and potential coastal flooding. These conditions might occur even if the storm […]
As of Sept. 1, 2026, New Zealand has reported a noteworthy increase in the population of one of the world’s most endangered parrot species, the kakapo. Officials announced that 90 new chicks have brought the population total to a record 325 birds, according to the New Zealand Conservation Department’s statement on Tuesday. The kakapos are […]
The National Park Service had previously cautioned about increased risk of flash flooding and debris flows in parts of the North Rim due to a devastating wildfire in 2025. This warning came months before a deadly flash flood struck the Grand Canyon. The wildfire, known as the 2025 Dragon Bravo Fire, left a significant burn […]
A tropical rainstorm moving across the northern Gulf Coast is set to bring hefty rainfall, potential flash flooding, and travel delays to parts of Texas and Louisiana. Forecasters caution that some areas may receive several inches of rain in short periods. While the storm isn’t expected to generate strong winds, the primary concern remains the […]
Hurricane Karina has intensified into a Category 4 storm in the eastern Pacific. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) reports that swells generated by Karina will move north, affecting Southern California beaches with potentially hazardous surf and rip currents. NOAA Advisory: NOAA’s NHC states, “Swells generated by Karina will affect parts of southwest Mexico and the […]