Emergency Alert Funding in Rural Public Media
Compare wildfire risks from lightning this summer across California regions
Wildfire risks from lightning this summer differed markedly across California’s regions, with dry lightning storms sparking numerous significant fires in the Central Valley, Sierra Nevada foothills, Northern California, and the Bay Area. Central Valley and Sierra Foothills The Central Valley and Sierra foothills saw some of the highest wildfire risk and […]
FEMA Cuts Raise Concerns
A government watchdog warns that cuts to FEMA resources, ordered by former President Trump, may pose major challenges in responding to increasingly frequent and severe climate-related disasters. Overall, climate extremes—lightning, heat, floods—are straining infrastructure, public health, and economies, revealing new vulnerabilities that are exacerbated by warming trends and underscoring the […]
Climate, Economy, and Global Incidents
Additional articles highlight deadly floods affecting Pakistan and northern India, which submerged crops and threatened farmers already struggling with debt and tariffs. Reports suggest these events are linked to broader climate change impacts, including rising ocean temperatures, higher sea levels, and increased volatility in global weather patterns.
Flash Floods Trigger Anxiety and Tragedy
The summer of 2025 has been one of the most flood-impacted in years, with the U.S. National Weather Service issuing thousands of flash flood warnings, nearly double the usual annual average by July. Catastrophic events in Texas, North Carolina, Chicago, and New York State underline the devastating impact and rapid […]
Labor Strains Under Italy’s Heat Ban
Italy enforced bans on outdoor work during the hottest periods of the day in response to recurring heat waves, affecting vulnerable gig workers, especially food delivery riders. Delivery companies, such as Glovo, faced criticism for previously offering small bonuses to incentivize work in extreme heat, prompting court-ordered discussions with unions […]
California Lightning Strikes Surge
California saw an exceptional number of lightning events this summer, with nearly 80,000 strikes recorded between June and August, ranking third-highest in state history. Dry thunderstorms delivered thousands of strikes overnight in early September, sparking multiple wildfires in already parched regions like the Central Valley and East Bay. Experts and […]
India Battles Monsoon Fury: Flash Floods, Urban Chaos, and Climate Alarm
India’s August 2025 monsoon delivered extreme rains, flash floods, and urban disruption, most severely in Uttarakhand and Delhi, leading to widespread loss of life, infrastructure damage, and contentious government response.
Poland in September: Historic Cities and a Breezy Baltic Coast
Poland in September offers pleasant weather, with mild days (17–20°C) and cool evenings (9–10°C). Crowds fade, making it ideal for exploring cities like Kraków, Warsaw, and Wrocław, as well as enjoying the Baltic coast’s tranquility.
