There was no shortage of memorable weather events in 2013, but a new report says the human and financial cost from extreme …
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Climate Change Didn’t Cause Supertyphoon Haiyan. But the Storm Is Still a Reason to Fight Warming
While scientists can’t yet find a clear signal between global warming and killer tropical storms like Haiyan, the supertyphoon could well be a sign of what’s to come in a warmer world
While the Atlantic Is Quiet, a Historic Typhoon Bears Down on the Western Pacific
The tropical storm gathering strength in the western Pacific might be the most powerful on record. And the Philippines will pay the price.
Bad News for Storm-Battered Europe: There’s More Extreme Weather on the Horizon
As northern Europe recovers from a major Atlantic storm, a new report suggests more extreme weather could be the norm.
A Year After Sandy, Living Dangerously by the Sea
Sea-level rise amplified the devastating coastal flooding caused by Superstorm Sandy. Climate change and population growth will raise the risk — unless we act soon
A Storm and a Stampede in India Highlight the Ups and Downs of Disaster Response
A powerful storm yields only a small death toll thanks to smart response from the Indian government. But a tragic and deadly stampede shows how far the country needs to go.
As Tropical Storm Karen Dissipates, the Debate Grows Over a Quiet Hurricane Season
The Gulf Coast was spared as Tropical Storm Karen weakened, and the hurricane season remains not much of a season
The Medieval Volcanic Eruption That Triggered a Year Without Summer
Ancient chronicles told of an unusually cold summer in the year of 1258. Now researchers have found the volcanic eruption that temporarily changed the planet’s climate.
From Drought to Drenched: Colorado’s Volatile Weather
A wild year of weather in Colorado continues, with a lack of rain giving way to far too much. Is this what life in a warmer world will be like?
Population Plus Climate: Why Coastal Cities Will Face Increased Risks From Floods
A new study names the global cities most at risk at coastal flooding—both today, and in a warmer future.