An Indigenous Australian community in Central Queensland is fighting to protect Doongmabulla Springs, a sacred site, from the Carmichael coal mine owned by Bravus (formerly Adani). The springs are crucial to the community's culture and are potentially threatened by groundwater contamination from mining activities. Scientific studies suggest a greater...
An unprecedented marine heatwave in the Western Mediterranean Sea has reached temperatures exceeding 30°C, significantly above average for this time of year. Scientists express serious concerns about the impact on marine life, with potential long-term consequences for fish stocks and ecosystems. The heatwave, attributed to climate change, is causing...
Following devastating floods in Central Texas, a dog named Superman was found amidst the rubble, having stayed behind to protect his home after his owner perished. Rescuers from Austin Pets Alive! found him unharmed but traumatized. Superman's story, shared widely on social media, highlights the impact of the floods...
A massive algae bloom, known as mucilage, is again threatening the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul. First appearing in summer 2021, the sticky substance suffocates marine life. While declared under control, the mucilage has persisted beneath the surface and is now resurfacing, posing a renewed environmental threat to...
A new study in Nature reveals a shocking abundance of nanoplastics in the North Atlantic Ocean. Researchers from Utrecht University found 27 million tonnes of nanoplastics, exceeding the amount of larger microplastics. The nanoplastics, originating from common plastics like PET and PS, were found at all depths, concentrated...
Recent devastating flash floods in Texas and other US states highlight the urgent need for improved emergency preparedness. Experts advise creating a household emergency plan including identifying high ground, packing a go bag, and establishing multiple weather alert systems. During a flash flood, prioritize reaching higher ground immediately;...
The EPA launched new online resources providing comprehensive information on geoengineering and contrails. These resources address public concerns and dispel myths surrounding contrails, clarifying their scientific basis and refuting claims of harmful chemical releases. Regarding geoengineering, the EPA details the science, potential environmental impacts (ozone depletion, crop damage,...
New analysis reveals FEMA's flood risk maps significantly underestimated the danger at Texas's Camp Mystic, where over two dozen died in recent floods. Data from First Street shows far more structures were in high-risk flood zones than FEMA reported, highlighting a nationwide issue. Outdated FEMA maps, often neglecting...
Recent polls reveal most Americans experiencing major flooding link it to climate change, and want the federal government to play a significant role in disaster preparedness and response. However, there's less consensus on government involvement in combating climate change to mitigate extreme weather. While trust in the National...
At least 78 deaths resulted from a devastating Texas flash flood, highlighting the US's growing vulnerability to climate disasters. Experts link the intensity of the flood to rising temperatures and warn that federal budget cuts to weather forecasting and climate research, including NOAA and NWS staff reductions, exacerbate the...
