Climate Change
The Future of Epic Blizzards in a Warming World
What does global warming mean for extreme snowfall?
Stories by Andrea Thompson
Environment
Warming May Mean Major Thaw for Alaskan Permafrost
Continued warming is melting down frozen ground, surprising scientists
Environment
December Heat Boosts 2015 to 2nd Warmest Year in U.S. History
2015 will likely be the hottest year on record globally
Environment
What Happened to the Polar Vortex?
The polar vortex has strengthened this year, helping exacerbate current mild weather
Environment
Here's How Much of Alaska's Permafrost Could Melt
New research reveals the extent of the meltdown in the north
Environment
Once Stable Greenland Glaciers Face Rapid Melt
Ice sheets in the northeast of the world’s largest island have started to retreat
Environment
Climate Change Signal Emerges from the Weather
Scientists begin to detect the influence of global warming on extreme weather
Environment
Global Warming May Mean Stifling Heat for Middle East
More intense heat waves could strike the desert region
Environment
"Gray Swan" Hurricanes Pose Future Storm Surge Threat
Tropical cyclones may cause flooding in yet more places
Environment
2015 May Just Be Hottest Year on Record
2015 will very likely beat 2014 as the warmest year
Environment
Current El Nino Could Be Strongest on Record
The strengthening climate phenomenon could have a big impact on U.S. weather
Environment
Missing: 1 Year's Worth of California Rain
During the current drought, the Golden State has missed an entire year's worth of rain
Environment
What Global Warming Means for 4 of Summer's Worst Pests
Mosquito season is getting longer among other buzz kills
Environment
How This Year's El Niño Compares with the Past
The climate pattern both is and isn’t like its famous predecessor in 1997
Environment
Arctic Sea Ice Rebounds, but Not Recovering
Ice volume bounced back thanks to a cool 2013 summer but don't call it a comeback
Environment
Extreme Temperatures Linked to Changing Air Patterns
A study links extreme heat waves and cold snaps to changes in the way the atmosphere moves
Environment
El Niño Forecast Brings California Hope for Drought Relief
A strong El Niño might help ease California's drought
Environment
Rainy May Sets Record for Soggy U.S.
Total precipitation was the highest in more than 120 years of record-keeping
Environment
The Climate Context for India's Deadly Heat Wave
Will there be more of this kind of heat wave that left at least 2,000 people dead?
Environment
Drought Takes $2.7-Billion Toll on California Agriculture
Scientists say the current drought will cost big in lost crops
