Hurricane Erin lashes North Carolina and the East Coast with powerful surf and storm surges, putting nearly 40 million people under flood warnings. Scientists attribute rapid intensification to warming ocean waters.
A relentless multiday heatwave is expected to push temperatures above 110°F (43 °C) across Southern California. Officials warn of power grid strain, wildfire risk, and health threats to vulnerable populations.
Arizona, Nevada, and Mexico will face substantial water reductions from the Colorado River in 2026 while California remains unaffected, highlighting ongoing drought challenges.
Trump-era agenda seeks to reverse the EPA’s landmark 2009 “endangerment finding,” removing critical legal grounding for greenhouse gas regulation. Experts warn of major environmental implications.
Climate change, habitat loss, and light pollution are endangering U.S. firefly species. While recent sightings rose, experts caution this doesn't reverse long-term declines. Conservation efforts offer hope.