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Scientists say "many lines of evidence" convey the dangers of extreme weather. But too much information risks muddling the ...

With the pace of climate change speeding up, extreme weather and other impacts are taking an increasing toll on populations and environments across the globe. Here are some of the developments this ye ...

Rachel Feltman: For Scientific American’s Science Quickly, I’m Rachel Feltman. With summer heat domes slamming down on parts of the U.S. and hurricane season ramping up, you’ve no doubt seen plenty of ...

Extreme weather events can come with a hefty price tag. From power outages and frozen pipes to spoiled food and damaged electronics, the costs of being unprepared can add up quickly. Whether it’s a ...

Dangerous weather events with wind and rain have disproportionate effects on the socially vulnerable, according to new research. Research from Northeastern University associate professor Serena ...

As we approach the middle of Atlantic hurricane season, Due South explores federal cuts at the National Weather Service and NOAA and our preparedness in the face of extreme weather events. New York ...

People who have lived through floods, heat waves, or other climate-related disasters are significantly more likely to view climate change as a very serious threat, according to new research from the ...

Extreme weather events, such as hurricanes, winter storms, and tornadoes, have become a major cause of large-scale electric power outages in recent years, causing billions of dollars in losses. In a ...

Grist reports that 1 in 4 U.S. homes face severe climate risk, driving up insurance costs and impacting affordability amid ...