U.N. Report Says Global Warming Is Nearing Limits
As the planet warms, places will get hit more not just by extreme weather but by multiple climate disasters at once, the report said.
| AP
Climate Change
Dixie Fire Destroys Greenville in Northern California
California's largest wildfire destroyed the small town of Greenville late Wednesday. The fire grew by 24,000 acres in less than 24 hours.
What's Driving Longer Wildfire Seasons In The U.S.?
Fire season normally follows the heat of the summer, but now it's stretching nearly year-round.
President, VP Discuss Wildfires With Governors
Dozens of large fires are burning out West and the smoke has spread as far as the East Coast.
Climate Change Is Driving A Fierce 2021 Wildfire Season
Climate change is leading to stronger winds and higher temperatures, which are driving faster, stronger wildfires worldwide.
Cooler, Wet Weather Helping Crews Battle California Wildfire
The Dixie Fire has destroyed at least 36 structures in the remote community of Indian Falls and evacuation orders are still in place.
| Robin Dich and AP
The Battle Against Wildfires In The Western U.S. Continues
Officials say better weather and lower winds are helping them against the Bootleg Fire – which is the largest wildfire burning nationwide right now.
Climate Change Seen From Floods To Fires
Record-breaking rains flood parts of China and India. In one city, 24 inches of rain fell in 24 hours. In the U.S., drought and wildfires rage.
Wildfires Ravage The Pacific Northwest
Firefighters are working around the clock to contain massive wildfires burning across 13 states, charring 1.3 million acres and forcing evacuations.
Confronting Extreme Weather & Climate Change In Europe
The focus is on climate change, as Germany continues to clean up from deadly flooding and the U.K. extends a heat warning.
| Kristy Schantz and Luke Hanrahan
Major Wildfires Burn In Northwestern U.S.
Dozens of major wildfires burn in Oregon, Washington and California, forcing evacuations. More than one million acres have burned so far this year.
Clean-up Operations Underway In Western Germany After Deadly Flooding
Newsy reports from Western Germany, where devastating flooding has killed almost 200 people and left many missing.
| Kristy Schantz and Luke Hanrahan
How Are Animals Adapting To Climate Change?
Researchers fear animal habitats aren't adapting fast enough to warmer climates.
| Scripps
Heat Wave Linked To At Least 116 Deaths In Oregon
Parts of The Pacific Northwest saw record-breaking temperatures in the triple digits.
KNXV: Will Wildfires Change Arizona's Desert Ecosystem?
Arizona researchers are studying the long-term impacts of wildfires in the state.
| KNXV
WPTV: Florida Man Grieves Loss Of Beloved Grandma In Condo Collapse
His grandmother was about to celebrate her 81st birthday next month.
| WPTV
Almost 100 Dead in Oregon as Heatwave Continues
Heat-related deaths have also been reported in Washington state and Canada.
Western U.S. Tries To Escape Sweltering Heat
The high temperatures are intensifying drought and fire concerns.
Extreme Heat Wave Hits The West
Health officials are urging parents to be extra vigilant after months of being at home during the pandemic.
G-7 Protesters Take To The Streets And Beaches
Newsy is in Cornwall, U.K covering the G-7 Summit.
| Kristy Schantz and Luke Hanrahan
KNXV: New Technology Aims To Mitigate Urban Heat Islands
A team from Arizona State University is developing new tools to keep the state cool.
| KNXV
Using Goats To Prevent Wildfires
Landowners are turning to a unique, environmentally-friendly tool to clear debris: herds of goats.
Federal Chair Warns Climate Poses Obstacles For Global Economy
Jerome Powell also said the issue is "not something [the Fed] directly considers in setting monetary policy."
| AP
What To Expect This Hurricane Season
June 1 marked the official start to the 2021 Atlantic hurricane season.
| Scripps
Study Says One-third Of Heat Deaths Directly Due To Global Warming
Scientists say that's only a sliver of climate's overall toll — even more people die from other extreme weather amplified by global warming.
| AP
Court: Shell Must Cut Carbon Emissions By 45% By 2030
Shell could still appeal the ruling.
Climate Change Forces Some Americans To Relocate
"Climate change refugees" are moving due to unsustainable weather conditions.
| Scripps
Iceberg Larger Than State Of Rhode Island Splits From Antarctica
Spotted in satellite images, a slab of ice bigger than Rhode Island has broken off from Antarctica. It's now the world's largest iceberg.
Western U.S. Gears Up For Early Wildfire Season
Amid dry conditions and early blazes, western states are bracing for wildfire season.
More Americans Opt Out Of Parenthood Amid Climate Change Concerns
One woman says she's afraid climate change would take away her children's ability to live their best life.
| Scripps
