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Snowboarding
fromHigh Country News
22 hours ago

The West's snow drought meant record dryness - but also record flooding - High Country News

The Western U.S. faces a significant snow drought, impacting water supply and ecosystems due to climate change and unusual weather patterns.
Data science
fromNature
1 day ago

AI needs solid botanical data more than ever

The disappearance of specialized botany programs threatens biodiversity research and the effectiveness of AI in biotechnology.
#climate-change
Skiing
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

'Snow-Eater' Heat Wave Behind Big Sierra Melt Is a Look at Our Climate Future | KQED

Rapid snowmelt in the Sierra Nevada raises wildfire and drought concerns due to climate change effects on weather patterns.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Earth being pushed beyond its limits' as energy imbalance reaches record high

The Earth is experiencing a record energy imbalance, leading to unprecedented ocean warming and extreme weather, threatening health and food supplies.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Suddenly, boom, it's completely warm': summers are getting longer especially in Sydney, study finds

Summer conditions in global cities are arriving earlier, lasting longer, and feeling more intense due to human-induced climate change.
Skiing
fromiRunFar
5 days ago

Every Rain Drop

Winter seems to have been skipped entirely, leading to concerns about drought and its impact on local economies.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
4 days ago

El Nino forecast as ocean temperatures approach record highs

Global sea surface temperatures are near record highs, indicating a likely shift towards El Nino conditions this year.
Skiing
fromKqed
3 weeks ago

'Snow-Eater' Heat Wave Behind Big Sierra Melt Is a Look at Our Climate Future | KQED

Rapid snowmelt in the Sierra Nevada raises wildfire and drought concerns due to climate change effects on weather patterns.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Earth being pushed beyond its limits' as energy imbalance reaches record high

The Earth is experiencing a record energy imbalance, leading to unprecedented ocean warming and extreme weather, threatening health and food supplies.
fromwww.cbc.ca
19 hours ago

Heavy rains, thunderstorms in Toronto could lead to overflowing rivers, pools of water: Environment Canada | CBC News

"The saturated ground has reduced ability to absorb further rainfall. Water will likely pool on roads and in low-lying areas."
Canada news
Austin
fromABC7 Los Angeles
18 hours ago

Camp Mystic official says he didn't see flood warnings issued the day before storm hit

Camp staff failed to respond adequately to flood warnings, leading to the tragic deaths of 27 campers and counselors in 2025.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Sunday Links: California Hit With Thunder, 30,000 Lightning Strikes Over the Weekend

After 21 hours of talks, US and Iran did not reach a deal to end the war, as Vice President JD Vance said talks stalled after the US made a final offer pushing for stronger guarantees that Iran won't develop nuclear weapons.
US news
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Rain upends trees, causes flooding in Bay Area: Here's a recap of Level 2 storm impact

Strong winds and heavy rain caused flooding and downed trees across the Bay Area, impacting events and prompting safety warnings.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Rain - and maybe thunderstorms - are expected in Los Angeles this weekend

Parts of Los Angeles will probably see rain after 11 p.m. Saturday, with scattered showers anticipated on Sunday afternoon before 2, and a potential for thunderstorms in some parts of the city.
Los Angeles
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 days ago

Managing cold stress in Canadian crops

Cold stress negatively impacts plant growth, germination, and crop yield, especially when seeding in cold soil conditions.
Environment
fromMail Online
1 day ago

Earth's glaciers are on the verge of COLLAPSING, ominous study reveals

Glaciers are losing ice at unprecedented rates, with 408 gigatonnes lost in 2025, significantly impacting sea levels and water resources.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
3 days ago

Who Got Winter 2025-26 Right? SnowBrains Synthesizes the Season's Big Forecasts - SnowBrains

Winter 2025-26 saw a split in conditions, with the West facing warmth and rain while the Midwest and Northeast enjoyed colder, more reliable skiing.
#weather-forecasting
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Environment Canada to use AI in new weather forecasting model | CBC News

Environment and Climate Change Canada will enhance weather forecasts using a hybrid model that combines AI and traditional forecasting methods.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Opinion: Lessons from a bad weather forecast

Meteorologists overestimated a storm's severity in Washington, D.C., leading to widespread panic and preparations that ultimately proved unnecessary.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Environment Canada to use AI in new weather forecasting model | CBC News

Environment and Climate Change Canada will enhance weather forecasts using a hybrid model that combines AI and traditional forecasting methods.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
3 weeks ago

Opinion: Lessons from a bad weather forecast

Meteorologists overestimated a storm's severity in Washington, D.C., leading to widespread panic and preparations that ultimately proved unnecessary.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
5 days ago

Storms Sweeping Bay Area This Week to Bring Rain and Thunderstorms | KQED

Northern California is expected to experience storms with rain, thunderstorms, and potential snowfall in the Sierra Nevada this week.
California
fromsfist.com
6 days ago

Incoming Rain Will Bring Possible 1.5 Inches to SF Between Thursday and Sunday

Rain is expected across Northern California, with significant accumulations and potential thunderstorms from Thursday to Sunday.
OMG science
fromMail Online
5 days ago

Ominous study reveals what will happen if the Gulf Stream collapses

The collapse of the AMOC could lead to significant global temperature changes, cooling the Northern Hemisphere while warming the Southern Hemisphere.
#el-nino
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Are we heading for super El Nino' and what could we expect?

El Nino is likely to emerge this summer, potentially leading to extreme weather and record global temperatures next year.
Environment
fromJezebel
4 days ago

Our Burning Planet Isn't Ready for Another "Super El Nino"

A powerful 'super El Niño' is expected in 2026, potentially causing significant global climate impacts.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

California could get a 'super' El Nino. Here's what that means for the state

A potentially historic super El Niño may develop, bringing a wet winter to Southern California with increased risks of flooding and coastal erosion.
Apple
fromWIRED
2 weeks ago

AI Has Flooded All the Weather Apps

AI is transforming weather apps, enhancing user experience with customizable forecasts and integration with personal schedules.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago

Bay Area weather radar network aims to improve storm forecasting, flood prep and drought planning

"This is going to help fill that gap in minutes to hours lead time that's vital to know where the heaviest rain is going to hit," Ralph said. "And when and what communities are going to be affected so people in the preparedness community and water resource management community can take action to help protect people's lives and property."
San Francisco
Environment
fromFuturism
2 days ago

Heat Waves Are Getting So Brutal That They Just Kill You, Full Stop

Wet bulb temperature is a critical measure of heat and humidity affecting human survivability, revealing a lower threshold for mass heat death than previously thought.
#southern-california
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Dramatic weather shift brings significant Southern California cooldown, possible rain

Southern California will experience a brief cooldown and slight chance of rain, contrasting with recent record-high temperatures.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago
Environment

SoCal in for a windy, rainy weekend, with possible dust storms at Coachella

Widespread rainstorms and cool temperatures are forecasted for Southern California this weekend, with potential hazardous conditions in the Coachella Valley.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

SoCal in for a windy, rainy weekend, with possible dust storms at Coachella

Widespread rainstorms and cool temperatures are forecasted for Southern California this weekend, with potential hazardous conditions in the Coachella Valley.
#drought
#heat-wave
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago
US news

Record-smashing heat dome is spreading across much of the nation

A significant heat dome is affecting the Southwest and moving east, potentially creating one of the largest heat waves in U.S. history.
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago
Environment

Get Ready for a Year of Chaotic Weather in the US

The American West faces a record-breaking heat wave this week, with strong El Niño conditions expected later in 2025, potentially creating extended periods of extreme and unpredictable weather.
Environment
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

Get Ready for a Year of Chaotic Weather in the US

The American West faces a record-breaking heat wave this week, with strong El Niño conditions expected later in 2025, potentially creating extended periods of extreme and unpredictable weather.
Environment
fromSFGATE
3 days ago

Hawaii's 'unstable' storms are getting worse and lasting longer

Hawaii experienced unprecedented rainfall from back-to-back kona low storms, causing significant flooding and damage estimated at over $1 billion.
#california
Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Experts warn faster snowmelt could strain water supplies, urgency for storage solutions

California's snowpack is melting faster due to heat waves and climate change, impacting water management strategies.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Early spring storms bringing snow to California, drizzle to Los Angeles

California is expecting snow in the Sierra and light rain in Los Angeles next week due to two incoming storm systems.
Environment
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Experts warn faster snowmelt could strain water supplies, urgency for storage solutions

California's snowpack is melting faster due to heat waves and climate change, impacting water management strategies.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Record heat, melting snow: What does it mean for California's reservoirs

California's snowpack is rapidly diminishing due to record heat, impacting water supply for homes, farms, and ecosystems.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

As snow melts, drought still a big issue for Mass.

Massachusetts faces critical drought conditions in central and northeast regions despite heavy February snowfall, as cold temperatures prevent adequate groundwater replenishment.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Hazardous weather alert for 200 million as megastorm barrels across US

The storm from Sunday into Monday has the potential to become a bomb cyclone, which occurs when central pressure drops at least 0.71 inches of mercury (24 millibars) in 24 hours or less. That rapid strengthening would generate an expansive and intense wind field.
Chicago
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Non-survivable': heatwaves are already breaching human limits, with worse to come, study finds

When scientists applied a new model of human survivability that takes into account the body's ability to function and stay cool depending on age, they found all six events had seen non-survivable periods for older people who could not find shade.
Environment
Environment
fromNature
1 week ago

Biodiversity resilience in a tropical rainforest - Nature

Tropical forests face severe threats from human activities, necessitating urgent conservation efforts to restore biodiversity and ecosystem services.
Environment
fromState of the Planet
6 days ago

Sinking Land Drives Hidden Flood Risk in One of the World's Most Populated Regions

Land subsidence on Java Island is significantly increasing flood risk, potentially accounting for 85% of sea level rise by 2050.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

On a whole other level': rapid snow melt-off in American west stuns scientists

Record-low snowpack levels in the American West threaten water supply due to a historically warm winter and rapid melt-off.
#california-water-crisis
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
1 month ago
Agriculture

Low snowpack, higher temperatures cause concern for Bay Area scientists, farmers

California needs significant March rain and snow to restore water resources after an unusually warm winter, despite February storms improving reservoir levels to 70-80% capacity.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago
Environment

California's snowpack was already meager. Now comes an extraordinary heat wave

California's Sierra Nevada snowpack is at 48% of average due to an extremely warm winter, with rapid melting accelerated by an incoming heat wave threatening the state's water supply.
Agriculture
fromwww.pressdemocrat.com
1 month ago

Low snowpack, higher temperatures cause concern for Bay Area scientists, farmers

California needs significant March rain and snow to restore water resources after an unusually warm winter, despite February storms improving reservoir levels to 70-80% capacity.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

California's snowpack was already meager. Now comes an extraordinary heat wave

California's Sierra Nevada snowpack is at 48% of average due to an extremely warm winter, with rapid melting accelerated by an incoming heat wave threatening the state's water supply.
fromFuturism
2 months ago

Meteorologist Warns That Winter Storm Means Trees Are About to Start Exploding

With a major winter storm about to blast pretty much every US state east of the Rocky Mountains, many are scrambling to prepare for the cold, ice, and snow. And according to popular meteorology influencer Max Schuster, there's yet another winter-weather hazard to watch out for: trees exploding in the frigid air. On a viral post on X-formerly-Twitter, Schuster - who holds a meteorology degree
Science
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

AI and Lightning Risk: Predicting Strikes Before They Happen

Advancements in AI are improving lightning prediction accuracy, aiding safety professionals in assessing risks and preparing for lightning events.
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Think this is bad? Scientists warn Britain is about to get BLOOD RAIN

Britain is about to be hit with showers of 'blood rain', according to experts from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS). This is thanks to a plume of red Saharan dust, which is currently sweeping over Europe towards the UK. When this dust mixes with Britain's persistent rain, the precipitation will take on a distinctive reddish colour - creating a phenomenon known as 'blood rain'.
Miscellaneous
California
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Calif. snowpack far below normal even in wake of February storms

California's snowpack remains significantly below average at 66% statewide despite February storms, with only one month remaining in the accumulation season to reach normal levels.
Books
fromNature
3 months ago

Beneath acid skies

An android named Gretel faithfully guards a ruined gate for twenty-six years until a survivor, Elijah, returns to awaken memories and offer her rest.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Why is the UK so rainy this year and how is the climate crisis making matters worse?

A southward jet stream and repeated Atlantic storms have produced near-daily rain, saturated soils, and widespread flood warnings across much of the UK.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Weather extremes gripping US bear climate crisis fingerprint', experts say

The US is experiencing extreme weather patterns this March, raising concerns about the climate crisis and its impact on seasonal transitions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Extreme heat lab: enduring the climate of the future

"So whenever people think about hot weather, they always talk about the temperature," he says. "There's two issues with that. First of all, most people don't realise that the temperature is measured in the shade. So if you're in direct solar radiation, the amount of heat stress you're exposed to is much greater as it will stress your body out a lot more."
Public health
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Why freezing rain can be so much more dangerous than snow

Freezing rain causes more damage than snow by forming adhesive ice on exposed surfaces, adding weight to power lines and tree branches and causing outages.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Seasons have become confused': the people struggling in UK's relentless rain

I do understand that you're going to get some rain in winter, but it has definitely got worse. Even if you do manage to work for a day, it's punctuated by periods of an hour and a half of rain where you're sitting in your truck doing nothing. Before, I used to think, a day off, that's great. But now you think, oh, jeez, not another day off!
Agriculture
#sierra-nevada-snowpack
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Weather tracker: Unseasonal storms hit parts of Pakistan and India

Unseasonably wet weather in southern Pakistan and north-west India caused significant damage, fatalities, and concerns for agriculture due to heavy rainfall and storms.
Science
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

The Forecast Wars on Weather Twitter

Social-media weather influencers sensationalize forecasts into certainty, contrasting cautious probabilistic professional meteorology and amplifying hype despite using the same public model data.
Snowboarding
fromSnowBrains
2 months ago

Expect a Cooler (and Wetter) Spring This Year in Canada - SnowBrains

Much of Canada can expect a cooler, wetter April and May, with some regions warmer and extended spring skiing conditions likely.
Environment
fromNature
4 weeks ago

AI set to map risks of future climate disasters

Brazil is developing an AI agent to provide climate-disaster information and preparedness guidance to residents, integrating AI, simulations, and citizen participation for household-level risk management.
fromNature
4 weeks ago

Observing the tidal pulse of rivers from wide-swath satellite altimetry - Nature

Along coastlines, where tides are typically magnified, they profoundly affect navigation, commerce, coastal flooding, water properties and sediment transport. Tides impact the flooding of rivers and, thus, influence the extent of their floodplain, which has cascading effects on biogeochemical and ecological processes.
Environment
Environment
fromNature
4 weeks ago

Can AI models reliably forecast extreme weather events?

AI-based weather forecasting models offer significant speed advantages over physics-based systems but raise concerns about reliability for rare, extreme weather events.
California
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Sierra Nevada snowpack just 68% of normal after whiplash winter, but water supplies are OK, experts say

California's winter weather has been extremely volatile, with alternating dry and snowy periods leaving the Sierra snowpack at 68% of historical average despite previous wet years filling reservoirs above normal levels.
#bay-area-weather
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Humanity heating planet faster than ever before, study finds

Climate breakdown is occurring more rapidly with the heating rate almost doubling, according to research that excludes the effect of natural factors behind the latest scorching temperatures. It found global heating accelerated from a steady rate of less than 0.2C per decade between 1970 and 2015 to about 0.35C per decade over the past 10 years.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Low snowpack, higher temperatures cause concern for Bay Area scientists, farmers

March precipitation in higher elevations is critical for California's water security as snowpack remains significantly below average despite February storms and warm winter conditions.
Environment
fromNature
2 months ago

Tree rings and salt lakes give clues about ancient rainfall

Replace hazardous pesticides and apply diverse paleoclimate measurement methods to reconstruct past climate changes.
Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Watch: Maps show how California shifted from severe drought to abundant rain

California swung from near‑no drought in 2020 to statewide extreme drought in 2021 and returned to no drought as recent heavy precipitation reversed deficits.
Environment
fromMail Online
2 months ago

Think this is bad? Scientists say UK winters will get even WETTER

UK winter rainfall increases about 7% per 1°C of global warming, escalating flood risk and mirroring changes predicted two decades ahead.
Environment
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Rain, not snow: Extraordinary warmth leaves mountains less snowy across the West

Warm winter conditions across California and the West have reduced mountain snowpack, increasing risks to regional water supplies.
Environment
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Forests Are Steadily Crawling North, Satellite Imagery Shows

Boreal forests are shifting northward and expanding due to warming, altering carbon sequestration potential and increasing young forest cover.
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

The Sierra snowpack is dropping fast. Here's why experts say it's not as bad as it seems.

Sierra Nevada snowpack fell from 93% to 59% of average after three weeks of dry, warm weather despite recent heavy December storms and fuller reservoirs.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Anticipated rain will bring end to Bay Area's dry pattern

The pattern change began Monday when the barometric pressure surrounding the region started to fall gradually. That increase in low pressure is coming from the southwest and the air is flowing north, opposite of many winter low-pressure systems that dip in from the Pacific Northwest. As a result, light but steady rain is expected to start in Monterey County and the Central Coast late Tuesday morning. The rain is expected to reach the region closer to San Francisco sometime Tuesday night, Murdock said.
Environment
fromwww.nature.com
2 months ago

Atmospheric H2 variability over the past 1,100 years

Warwick, N., Griffiths, P., Keeble, J., Archibald, A., & Pyle, J. Atmospheric implications of increased Hydrogen use. GOV.UK https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/atmospheric-implications-of-increased-hydrogen-use (2022).
Environment
Environment
fromSun Sentinel
1 month ago

South Florida sees worst drought in 25 years. Here's what to expect next.

South Florida faces an ongoing severe drought and a hotter, drier-than-normal spring with below-average rainfall and stressed water supplies.
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