Climate Change

THE LONG HOT SUMMERS
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Expect hotter-than-usual summers in the U.S. and other parts of the globe, according to NOAA new forecasts . 

Extreme heat is a major public health threat and plays a role in droughts and wildfires. 

MOTHER NATURE’S DAY

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On this 420 and with Earth Day eve upon we, mere earthlings must demonstrate support for environmental protection or else..

First held on April 22, 1970, it now includes a wide range of events coordinated globally by Earthday.org including 1 billion people in more than 193 countries. The official theme for 2024 is "Planet vs. Plastics."

What will Earth look like if all its land ice melts? Here's your answer.  https://www.upworthy.com/what-earth-looks-like-if-all-ice-melts-rp5

RAIN GO AWAY
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According to the National Weather Service anew wave of wet weather will bring back flooding for the Northeastern US region.

Rain, rain, go away
Don’t come back some other day
We want to stay dry inside 
Do not cine again any other day

https://cimages.me/content/indoor-rain

NEW YORK USA UNDERWATER
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The following New York Maps Show Where the State Will Become Underwater From Sea Level Rise.

Portions of Manhattan, Long Beach, Coney Island and others are at risk of being consumed by water as sea levels rise due to the effects of climate change in the coming century, modeling suggests.

By the year 2100, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) estimates there will be between 43 and 84 centimeters (1.4-2.8 feet) of sea level rise, but that an increase of 2 meters (6.6 feet) "cannot be ruled out."

HURRICANE WARNING

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USA Coastal residents should start now and not spend another day or wait to make preparations for this year’s hurricane season.

The 2024 Central North Pacific hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th and forecasters are expecting extremely active weather patterns to develop and threaten coastal areas.

Forecasters predict an extremely active 2024 Atlantic hurricane season

Colorado State University’s hurricane forecasting team is calling for a near-record active season with 23 named storms, 11 hurricanes, and five major hurricanes.

CLIMATE CHANGE

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This breath-taking image was a winner of the Wildlife Photographer of the Year People’s Choice Award.

The photo was taken by Nima Sarikhani and is a stunning visual representation of the impacts of climate change and habitat loss.

NYC SNOW DAY
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A major winter storm is intensifying across the Tri-State area, with heavy snow dumping a few inches per hour across the NYC area,

New York City schools are closed today, including the university where I teach 50 students in The Bronx.

Due to anticipated inclement weather conditions, all in-person classes and activities are canceled for Tuesday, February 13, 2024. In-person instructors will notify students about adjusted schedules and course formats. Online classes will meet as scheduled. 

FROM SIXTY TO SNOWY

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More snow expected in Tri-State Area: How much snowfall will New York, New Jersey and Connecticut be getting next week?

Reportedly, this winter has not delivered, Lttle snow recorded thus far. That matches the snowfall received for all of last winter.

Mild temperatures have been prevalent once again this winter, and that has led to more rain falling than snow storms.. 

CLIMATE ON STEROIDS

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National Hurricane Center experts are debating adding a Category 6 on the current scale to highlight the increasing global threat.

There is an increasing possibility of stronger storms as ocean waters continue to warm. 

A Category 6 hurricane? Stronger storms spark debate among experts to adjust Saffir-Simpson scale

Category 5 hurricanes are classified as having sustained winds of over 157 mph.
https://abcnews.go.com/International/stronger-storms-spark-debate-hurricane-experts-category-6/story?id=107022891

CALIFORNIA DRENCHING
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The atmospheric river rains have drenched California. Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency in the Golden State.

Raging atmospheric river lashes California; rare hurricane warning issued: Live updates
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/02/04/california-atmosp…

Atmospheric river sweeps into California with ‘life-threatening’ floods and hurricane-force winds: Latest

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