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Western U.S. braces for unprecedented March heat wave driven by climate change

A historic March heat wave is unfolding across the Western U.S., fueled by a powerful heat dome and human-caused climate change. Forecasters warn temperatures could break multiple records from California to Montana, with Phoenix possibly reaching 106°F, creating serious health risks as residents cope with heat before cooling access is widespread. The extreme warmth could accelerate snowpack melt, threaten water supplies, and elevate wildfire risk, echoing and potentially rivaling the 2021 Pacific Northwest heat dome in intensity and consequences.

via CNN|

#climate-change #heat-dome #heat-wave

environment2 months ago•1 min saved

Record-Breaking Snow Drought Threatens Western Water and Recreation

Across the U.S. West, an extreme snow drought driven by unusually warm temperatures has yielded record-low snow cover, risking water resources and winter recreation from Utah to Oregon as bare ground becomes common and artificial snow is used in some locations.

via The New York Times|

#climate-change #environment #snow-drought

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Drought's Impact on Wildfire Recovery in the Western US Revealed by Satellite Data"

A new study using NASA satellite data has revealed how drought affects the recovery of western ecosystems from fire, with grasslands and shrublands struggling to rebound after fires, especially when preceded by drought. The research, analyzing over 1,500 fires from 2014 to 2020, found that severe fires can lead to lasting changes in plant communities and water dynamics, impacting water availability for ecosystem recovery and agriculture. Understanding these shifts is crucial for managing water resources effectively in the face of ongoing climate change.

via Phys.org|

#drought #ecosystems #environment

weather2 years ago•1 min saved

From Chilly to Warm: Central PA's Weather Rollercoaster

A nor'easter moving into eastern Canada is bringing chilly breezes to the Northeast, including central Pennsylvania, with the possibility of the first frost of the season. However, temperatures are expected to warm up from Tuesday to Sunday, with highs exceeding 70 degrees and clear skies. Meanwhile, the first snowstorm of the season is predicted to hit parts of the western United States, including Montana and Wyoming.

via PennLive|

#frost #noreaster #snowstorm

weather2 years ago•3 min saved

"Record-Breaking Heat Wave Sweeps Across America, Threatening Millions"

A punishing heat wave is hitting the Western United States, with millions of Americans expected to experience record-breaking temperatures. Heat alerts are in place for the West Coast and Southwest, with some desert areas forecasted to reach close to 130 degrees Fahrenheit. Local public health officials are urging people to seek cool shelter and check on neighbors. The heat wave has already led to hospitalizations and heat-related deaths. Climate change, exacerbated by the recent arrival of El Niño, is contributing to the intensity and frequency of heat waves.

via NPR|

#climate-change #excessive-heat-warnings #heat-wave