Floods, extreme heat, and wildfire smoke are among climate risks touching all our lives, but where you live in the U.S. makes a big difference in level of risk.
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These are the 10 American states that are the most prepared for extreme weather
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‘Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink' shouldn’t happen on our watch. Whether that is water scarcity or by pollution. Let’s leave the world a better place! Honored, if you choose to connect or follow me!
Is the drought in California and the arid west over? Maybe, but there is some of the good and bad news, according to Newsweek's, just published, article on California's atmospheric rivers. In the article we read that 'atmospheric rivers are becoming a "double-edged sword" for California'. Definitely worth the read! ""They're going to need them to get water, but they're going be so strong that every time you're hit by one, or nearly every time, you're going have a consequential impact. You're getting the water you need, but you're getting too much at once. You're busting a drought, but you're getting landslides. It's a very double-edged-type sword, especially for water management resources." As climate change worsens, California and the wider West seem to be getting more extreme weather patterns. The state was in a severe drought in recent years—however, the 2023 atmospheric rivers caused so much rain and snow that it ended. It also caused higher than average snowpack levels in the mountains, which fed down into the state's rivers and reservoirs." https://lnkd.in/g6sY9b-b
Atmospheric rivers "double-edged sword" for water in California
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Did you know that Whatcom County has more than 130 miles of coastal shoreline? In an initial study to identify the areas in Whatcom County that are most vulnerable to sea-level rise, The State of Knowledge: Climate Change in Puget Sound report by the University of Washington Climate Impacts Group projects the following by 2080: –24-hour rain events will intensify by approximately 22%. This means more frequent and intense heavy rainfall. –Winter streamflow will increase by 28% - 34%, with more precipitation falling as rain rather than snow. The timing of the Nooksack River’s spring peak flow is predicted to occur an average of 27 days earlier. We are seeing these effects at present. As our global climate warms, coastal hazards worsen. Flooding, tsunamis, waves, and erosion are all exacerbated by increased rainfall, compounded with higher sea levels. Understanding these risks and preparing and adapting for them are necessary for our community’s future. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3V6OPs2
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…in California, up to 50% of total annual precipitation and streamflow can come from a few intense atmospheric rivers during fall and winter. Although they provide essential water resources and relieve regional drought, strong atmospheric rivers often pose serious risks including floods, landslides and levee breaks in California, as we’ve seen this winter.
A Climate Expert Explains Why Atmospheric Rivers Are Causing Historic Rainfall in California
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Delmarva finds itself grappling with extreme weather patterns, which is a warning that climate could be leading to relentless rain along the coast. Thus, Delmarva has become a battleground for major storms, shattering previous rainfall records. The most recent deluge transformed roads into waterways, submerged farmlands, and encroached upon homes. Erin Dougherty, Ph.D., a Project Scientist at UCAR, emphasizes the link between warming temperatures and intensified storms, stating, “Warmer temperatures bring more moisture, fueling intense storms”. Firstly, the climate connection which Dougherty underscores the role of a warmer sea surface temperatures in providing additional moisture and fuel for storms, making them more potent and moisture laden, Secondly, as flood farmlands paint a picture of the havoc recent rains, more heavy rains are on the horizon. Thus, flooding is an ongoing concern for Delmarva. #Delmarva #climatechange #weatherpatterns #storms #climateimpact #naturaldisaster This content is jointly prepared by ZWEEC Analytics Pte Ltd and ripple2wave. Follow us for more interesting content on #water and #sustainability. Sourced from: https://lnkd.in/g_bwsfb9
Climate change playing a role in record-breaking rain on Delmarva
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Delmarva finds itself grappling with extreme weather patterns, which is a warning that climate could be leading to relentless rain along the coast. Thus, Delmarva has become a battleground for major storms, shattering previous rainfall records. The most recent deluge transformed roads into waterways, submerged farmlands, and encroached upon homes. Erin Dougherty, Ph.D., a Project Scientist at UCAR, emphasizes the link between warming temperatures and intensified storms, stating, “Warmer temperatures bring more moisture, fueling intense storms”. Firstly, the climate connection which Dougherty underscores the role of a warmer sea surface temperatures in providing additional moisture and fuel for storms, making them more potent and moisture laden, Secondly, as flood farmlands paint a picture of the havoc recent rains, more heavy rains are on the horizon. Thus, flooding is an ongoing concern for Delmarva. #Delmarva #climatechange #weatherpatterns #storms #climateimpact #naturaldisaster This content is jointly prepared by ripple2wave and ZWEEC Analytics Pte Ltd. Follow us for more interesting content on #water and #sustainability. Sourced from: https://lnkd.in/g_bwsfb9
Climate change playing a role in record-breaking rain on Delmarva
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These are the states in America that are the least prepared for extreme weather
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According to a new analysis from S&P Global Sustainable1, over the next 30 years, eight of the 10 highest increases in 1-in-100-year coastal flood frequencies are projected to occur in the Northeast. Knowledge of what climate challenges different localities face in the near- and medium-term is essential information for a wide range of stakeholders, from local officials and policymakers to property owners to muni bond investors. Read the full #ClimanomicsBlog: https://okt.to/L7YyAZ
Quantifying the climate physical risk facing US muni bonds
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The U.S. now experiences a billion-dollar weather disaster about once every three weeks, compared to the 1980s, when it happened roughly every four months. Just this year, Wisconsin has experienced five such disasters, including summertime drought and storm damage from hail and high winds, according to the National Centers for Environmental Information. The amount of precipitation falling in the most intense events increased by almost 50% in the Midwest between 1958 and 2021, the report found. https://lnkd.in/gmZaDQWv
Latest National Climate Assessment paints sweeping picture of climate threats to the Midwest
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