Winter can be a magical time of year, with snow-covered landscapes, cozy fires, and festive celebrations. However, it can also be a dangerous and challenging season, especially when extreme weather strikes. From blizzards and ice storms to bitter cold and high winds, winter weather can pose a serious threat to our health, safety, and well-being. …
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Floods are natural disaster that can cause severe damage to homes and infrastructure, as well as impact the lives of millions of people worldwide. While flooding can occur naturally due to heavy rainfall or snowmelt, it can also be exacerbated by human activities such as deforestation, urbanization, and climate change. Causes of Floods Floods can …
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As temperatures soar during summer, heat waves can pose a serious threat to our health and well-being. Heat waves are defined as prolonged periods of excessive heat, typically lasting several days to weeks. They are caused by a combination of meteorological and environmental factors, such as high atmospheric pressure, lack of wind, and urban heat …
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In 2000, drastic weather changes wrecked every day lives for hundreds of people in Mozambique. Within a short span of six months, they lived through three cyclones, and incessant rain, which led to flooding and a spike in malaria. In this commentary on the ecology of climate change, Paul Epstein, the former associate director of …
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