Heatwaves, flash floods, tornadoes… and there doesn’t seem to be a break in sight as weather services warn of more “major” heat risks approaching this weekend. Extreme Weather Events From west to east, large parts of the US are still battling an influx of extreme weather conditions ranging from flash floods to heatwaves. Storm Tracking The National Weather Service’s forecasters …
A record-breaking amount of summer snowfall was recorded at the Philadelphia International Airport this weekend, despite heatwaves and thunderstorms passing through the city on the same day. Heatwave Headscratcher Weather reports this week have left Philadelphians with a bad case of whiplash after the Pennsylvania city reported snowfall on Sunday despite an ongoing heat wave, high winds, and thunderstorms. Small …
The Biden administration has committed $7 billion to fund hydrogen power initiatives around the country, and the Golden State’s new hydrogen hub is the first state in the country to receive funding. Federal Funding for California California will be the first state in the US to reap the benefits of a federal fund looking to amplify the production, infrastructure, and …
Hawaiians are unhappy as the governor announces a major cut to a bill funding biosecurity efforts against invasive species across the islands. Rewriting the Budget Community members and public figures in Hawaii have expressed alarm over the recent rewriting of the state budget, including some important pieces of state legislation. On the Chopping Block Earlier this month state Governor Josh …
Tens of millions of dollars will be apportioned to federal recognized Native American tribes across Washington state to support much-needed climate resiliency projects. $52 Million Raised 32 tribal nations across Washington state are set to receive tens of millions of dollars funded by a landmark climate law, known as the 2021 Climate Commitment Act. Developing Climate Resilience Projects $52 million …
During a speaking event, Sen. Ted Cruz lashed out at a group of climate protestors who stormed the stage in the middle of his address. Cruz vs Climate Protestors Republican Senator Ted Cruz was faced down by a group of raucous climate protestors at a conservative speaking event in Washington D.C. on Thursday. And the Texas representative pulled no punches. …
One of America’s great childhood pastimes is changing, as increasing temperatures and extreme weather events change how children must interact with the environment. The Great US Summer Camp Summer camps have been an iconic fixture of American childhoods for generations, teaching children the value of community, tradition, and outdoor play. But as the environment changes rapidly around us, summer camps …
In a rare case of County vs Corporation, county officials in northwestern Oregon have filed suit against some of the world’s biggest fossil fuel companies over a devastating heatwave that killed dozens of residents. Historic Heatwaves Historic heatwaves have ravaged northwestern Oregon in recent years. Now, a lawsuit filed by Multnomah County against some of the world’s largest fossil fuel …
A popular home-hardening program in Florida has officially reopened, inviting thousands of Floridian homeowners to apply for funding and free inspections. My Safe Florida Home The ‘My Safe Florida Home’ homeowners program is now accepting applications for 2024. The popular state program offers funding for low-to-medium-income households who need assistance to prepare their homes for destructive weather coming through the …
10 years after the passing of her daughter, one mother is suing the UK government over the air London air pollution that contributed to the fatality. Fatal Pollution In 2013, 9-year-old Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah passed away from a fatal asthma attack. She would later become the first person in the UK to have air pollution recognized as a significant factor in …
