What Is the Doomsday Clock, and How Does It Relate to Climate Change? Is It Even Real?
What is the Doomsday Clock? The concept, which was created in the 1940s, shows how soon things like climate change and warfare will end the world.
Weather & Global Warming
Learn more about how our changing climate affects our weather.
Tornado Slams Houston, Leaving Buildings Decimated and at Least One Injured
What was the damage from Houston's latest tornado? Unfortunately, a tornado blew through Texas on Tuesday night, which damaged buildings and injured at least one.
4.2 Magnitude Earthquake Shook Malibu Beach Residents Early This Morning
Was there an earthquake in Malibu last night? Around 2 a.m., residents reported shaking, but there was no alert sent to residents' cellphones beforehand.
Is Yellowstone Going to Erupt Soon? Here’s Why You Don’t Need to Worry
On social media, you’ve probably seen posts about Yellowstone being “overdue” for an eruption. Well, when is Yellowstone going to erupt? Probably not anytime soon.
The Ozone Layer Is Technically Healing — but Real Progress Might Take a While
Recently, scientists have stated that the ozone layer is healing. Even though the healing process is relatively slow in this case, progress is still being made.
Will Climate Lockdowns Be Necessary to Fight the Climate Crisis?
At the beginning of COVID-19, lockdowns were necessary to fight the deadly virus. To lower emissions, another type of lockdown might need to be used: Climate lockdowns.
UAE Appoints Head of Major Oil Company as COP28 President — Seriously
Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber — who is the CEO of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, aka ADNOC — will be president of COP28.
Selma, Ala. Tornado Results in Several Locals Missing and Dead
What happened in Selma, Ala.? The iconic southern city was slammed by a massive tornado, which has left at least eight people dead as of publication.
As Bear Creek Water Levels Rise, Merced, Calif. Homes Face Flood Risks
Bear Creek water levels in Merced, Calif. have risen exponentially — to the point that communities across the county have been almost fully submerged.
Is the Climate Crisis Getting Better? Here’s What You Need to Know
With all the positive and negative headlines we see every day about climate change, it can be hard to tell if climate change is getting better or worse.
Will This Storm Help the California Drought? Despite Torrential Rain, the Shortage Continues
After an atmospheric river and ongoing rain storms flooded the west coast, is the California drought finally over?
Bomb Cyclone in Sacramento to Bring Heavy Rains, High Winds, and More
After an atmospheric river brought heavy rains to the Bay Area, a bomb cyclone is now expected to slam Sacramento with rain and high winds.
Parts of Seattle on Flood-Watch After Several Homes Sustain Serious Damage
Floods across the state of Washington are submerging parts of Seattle and Tacoma, causing several neighborhoods to evacuate their homes.
Almost 500,000 Are Without Power Across Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire
Regional New England power outages have resulted from several days of damaging winds and large amounts of rain sweeping Massachusetts, Maine, and New Hampshire.
Water Outages in Asheville, N.C.: Water Outage Map, Causes, and More
Water outages across Asheville, N.C. are making it difficult for residents to go about their daily lives. But what is causing them?
British Columbia Is Experiencing the Wrath of King Tides — What Does That Mean?
While the tide changes everywhere on planet Earth (thanks to the moon!), king tides are wreaking havoc in British Columbia right now.
The Death Toll From Philippines’ Floods Is Still Rising
How many have died as a result of flooding in the Philippines? Unfortunately, several people have been found dead — and many are still missing.
Northern California Gears up for a Category 4 Atmospheric River
What is an atmospheric river? Northern California is preparing for a category 4 storm to hit the region in the next few days following the holidays.
Kona Low Weather System Results in Widespread Damage Across Hawaii's Big Island
A major winter storm called Kona Low Storm System slammed Hawaii's Big Island on Tuesday, Dec. 20, resulting in widespread damage, outages, and more.
Texas' Unreliable Electricity Grid May Not Hold Up Against Winter Storm Elliott
Is Texas' power grid going to freeze? Impending winter weather resulting from Winter Storm Elliott could bring power outages to the Lone Star state.
Cities Across the Country Are Gearing Up for Winter Storm Elliott’s Wrath
Because Winter Storm Elliott is bringing blizzard-like conditions to cities nationwide, understanding its path is important.
Humboldt County Earthquake Caused Structural Damage, Power Outages, and Injuries
Fortuna, Calif. and Humboldt County as a whoole was slammed by a 6.4-magnitude earthquake, resulting in structural damage, outages, and injuries.
A White Christmas in Chicago May Be Possible, With Blizzards in the Forecast
With winter storm warnings in Chicago, many are gearing up for possibly several feet of snow.
New Orleans Tornado Wreaks Havoc in the Big Easy
Less than a year after a massive twister slammed New Orleans in March 2022, the city was damaged once again by yet another tornado.
More Than 100 Killed in Democratic Republic of the Congo Floods
At least 100 people in Democratic Republic of the Congo have died after fatal floods washed through the African country.
Nationwide Blizzard Warnings Forecast Snow, Tornadoes, and More
Blizzard warnings across the country predict several inches of snow in the midwest, as well as tornadoes, hail, and more.
We Could All Use Some Good News About Climate Change — Here Are Some Uplifting Stories
After spending a minute or two reading headlines, it’s easy to spiral into complete climate-doom mode. So, if you need it, here’s some good news about climate change.
Climate Change May Be Coming for Christmas Tree Farms — Ho Ho, No
How are Christmas trees affected by climate change? Rising temperatures have scorched thousands of acres of tree farms in almost 12 years.
Royals Will and Kate Announce 2022 Earthshot Prize Winners at Star-Studded Event (Updates)
Price William and Princess Kate visited Boston to announce the 2022 Earthshot Prize winners.
Here's How Deforestation Disrupts the Natural Cycle of Carbon
Just like water, carbon has its own cycle that can be affected by changes in the environment including deforestation. Here's how deforestation does that.
California’s Drought Is Ongoing — And It’s Taking a Major Toll on the State’s Economy
California's ongoing megadrought has led to economic turmoil, as lakes and reservoirs dry up, wildfires have ignited, and as entire crop fields have died.
Awful Air Quality Prompts Delhi to Enact "Pollution Ban" on Construction, Diesel Cars, and More
Delhi's air pollution news has been rough lately, with air quality levels in the area leading to a “pollution ban” in Delhi.
Jordan Peele Joins Climate Change-Themed Horror Short, 'Moshari,' as EP
Jordan Peele recently signed on to executive produce the new short horror movie 'Moshari,' which is sure to thrill horror fans and environmentalists alike.
Michigan’s Invasive Hemlock Woolly Adelgid Is Best Detected in the Wintertime
What is the hemlock woolly adelgid? Michigan is fighting off an invasive species that kills its iconic hemlock trees, which are best detected in the winter.
New Type of Tropical Cyclone Identified off the Coast of Sumatra
Scientists are baffled after a new type of tropical cyclone was discovered swirling above the Indian Ocean, off the coast of Sumatra.
How Elevation Affects Climate, And Why It’s Important With Global Warming
Topography and elevation influences climate in more ways than one — here are the differences between the regions, and why it's important to recognize.
How Scientists Use Ice to Study Ancient Climates and Why It Matters
Scientists use ice to study ancient climates by observing its different properties. Glacial ice can tell us about a past climate’s temperature, precipitation, and more.
Explosive Bang Shakes London Residents — What Was That Sound?
What was that sound in London? Many in the U.K. feared an explosion took place after a loud bang and flashing lights shook Hackney.
Italy Landslide Death Toll, Fatal Floods, and More Happening on Island of Ischia
The Italian Island of Ischia has been inundated with floods, landslides, and more — unfortunately resulting in a pretty significant death toll.
Mauna Loa Volcano Erupts on Big Island, Resulting in an Island-Wide Ashfall Advisory
Active Hawaiian volcano, Mauna Loa, has erupted for the first time since 1984. This has resulted in an island-wide ashfall advisory for locals.
Why We Should Care About Climate Change, and Why We Need to Act Now
A lot of people ask: Why should we care about climate change? Many think it’s a far-off problem and can’t see the real-life impacts of the climate crisis.
Indonesia’s November 2022 Earthquake Devastated So Many Communities
Indonesia's November 2022 earthquake tore through so many communities in the southeast Asian country, which can be seen on the earthquake map.
Everything We Know About Next Year's COP28 in Dubai
COP28 in Dubai will take place in 2023 from Nov. 30 through Dec. 12. The annual Conference of Parties is held in to discuss and work on climate goals and solutions.
Sponge Cities May Be the Way of the Future in Flood-Prone Areas, From China to Florida
How do sponge cities work? Here’s what you need to know about this nature-based solution, and how it can prevent floods and provide other benefits.
The Interesting Method Behind How Hurricanes Are Named
How are hurricanes named? Well, hurricane names might seem random, but there’s actually a method that scientists use to name them.
Al Gore Presents Climate TRACE's AI-Based Emissions Data on 70,000 Polluters at COP27
Climate TRACE, which Al Gore is a founding member of, has published new data identifying more than 70,000 polluting sites.
What Was the Worst Flood in U.S. History? A Look at This 1927 Disaster
The worst flood in U.S. history was the Great Mississippi Flood. It spanned over 27,000 square miles and caused 246 deaths. It was one of the most destructive floods in American history.
Climate Activists Barricade Airports in 13 Countries, Demanding Governments Ban Private Jets
Protests in over a dozen countries this week focused on asking world leaders to ban private jets.
Where to Move if You Are Concerned About Climate Change — and Where to Avoid
If you are looking to move, consider moving to one of these climate-resilient states.
Herschel Walker's Climate Policies: Are the Candidate's Controversial Remarks on Trees for Real?
What are Herschel Walker’s climate change policies like? And is he right about the world already having enough trees?