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News about climate change and global warming. Coverage of scientific reports of sea level rise and how to prevent further effects of global climate change.

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How to Stay Safe During a Heat Wave

Global warming is pushing heatwaves and other extreme weather events to extreme records. Even as we cut carbon emissions, we must start learning how to live with the effects of climate change. Here are a few tips to help you cope during a heatwave.

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Climate Change Is the Civil Rights Issue of Our Time

Climate change is not just an environmental issue. It is also a social justice issue.

The effects of climate change are already being felt disproportionately by low-income communities, people of color, and Indigenous people. These communities are more likely to live in areas that are vulnerable to climate change, such as coastal areas and floodplains. They are also less likely to have the resources to adapt to the effects of climate change, such as access to clean water, food, and healthcare.

As climate change continues to worsen, these disparities will only get worse.

We need to act now to fight for environmental justice and create a more just and sustainable future for all.

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Europe’s Summer of Heat: How to Cope with the Extreme Heat

Europe is in the midst of a summer of heat, with two major heat waves in the past two weeks. The latest heat wave, dubbed “Charon” by Italian weather forecasters, is expected to bring temperatures above 45 degrees Celsius (113 Fahrenheit) in some parts of the continent.

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How Climate Change is Affecting Agriculture and Food Supply

Climate change is wreaking havoc on our food supply. Rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and extreme weather events are making it harder for farmers to grow crops and raise livestock. This is leading to food shortages, higher prices, and increased hunger.

But there is hope. We can mitigate the effects of climate change on agriculture by adopting climate-smart practices. These practices include planting drought-resistant crops, using water more efficiently, and reducing our reliance on synthetic fertilizers.

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How to Check the Air Quality in Your Neighborhood

The air quality in your neighborhood can vary greatly from day to day. This is especially true during fire season, when smoke from wildfires can drift hundreds of miles. That’s why it’s important to know how to check the air quality in your neighborhood.

In this blog post, we’ll show you how to check the air quality in your neighborhood. We’ll also discuss the current smoke situation in the US, and provide resources to help you stay informed.

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Wildfire Smoke from Canada Drifts Across the US

Wildfire smoke from Canada continues to drift across the United States, causing air quality alerts and health concerns.

The smoke has been seen as far south as the Gulf Coast and as far east as the Atlantic Ocean. It has also reached the Great Lakes, where it is causing hazy skies and poor air quality.

The smoke is a result of the unprecedented wildfire season in Canada. So far this year, more than 10 million acres have burned in Canada, making it the third-worst wildfire season on record. The fires have been driven by hot, dry weather and high winds.