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Major Winter Storm Slams East Coast, Bringing Dangerous Cold and Heavy Snow

A major winter storm is hitting the Eastern U.S., bringing up to 10 inches of snow to parts of New England and dangerously cold temperatures, with wind chills potentially reaching -40°F (-40°C) across a large swathe of the country, impacting 70 million people and forcing changes to President-elect T...

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Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires Cause $40 Billion in Damages

Seven wildfires have ravaged Los Angeles County in eight days, burning an area larger than San Francisco, destroying over 12,000 structures, resulting in at least 25 deaths under investigation, and causing an estimated $40 billion in damages.

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Climate Whiplash Intensifies: Global Surge in Extreme Wet-Dry Events

Global climate whiplash events, characterized by rapid shifts between extreme wet and dry conditions, have increased by 31-66% since the mid-20th century due to global heating, causing devastating consequences like the Los Angeles fires and widespread food shortages in East Africa.

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Los Angeles Wildfires: Rapid Spread Due to Vegetation, Winds, and Climate Change

Fueled by abundant vegetation after heavy rains followed by dry conditions and strong Santa Ana winds exceeding 160 km/h, Los Angeles wildfires caused 25 deaths, 13 missing persons, and an estimated $52-57 billion in damages, highlighting the impact of hydroclimatic shock and climate change.

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Climate Change Exacerbated January 2025 Los Angeles Wildfires

Climate change amplified the size and intensity of the January 2025 Los Angeles wildfires by approximately 25%, contributing to over 155 square kilometers burned and damage to over 12,000 structures, despite the fires occurring regardless.

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Climate Volatility Fuels Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires

A new study links the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles County to increased hydroclimate volatility caused by climate change, highlighting a 31-66 percent rise in subseasonal "whiplash" events since the mid-20th century, resulting in the Palisades Fire burning 95.75 square kilometers and the Eato...

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Extreme Weather's Financial Toll on US Homeowners

Across the US, extreme weather events cause substantial financial losses; in 2023, insured losses reached nearly $80 billion due to 89 natural catastrophes, highlighting the need for preparedness measures like comprehensive insurance, emergency kits, and awareness of potential costs.

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Severe Storms and Widespread Power Outages Hit Eastern Australia

Intense storms and a low-pressure system are bringing damaging winds, heavy rain, and widespread power outages to eastern Australia, causing one death and significant damage in NSW and Queensland.

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Climate Change Amplified Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires

Since January 7th, 2025, twelve fires in Los Angeles, fueled by climate change-exacerbated weather whiplash and unusually strong Santa Ana winds, have charred over 60 square miles, damaging 12,000 structures; UCLA research suggests climate change contributed to 25% of the available fuel.

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Climate Change Exacerbates Devastating Los Angeles Wildfires

Los Angeles experienced twelve wildfires since January 7th, 2025, charring over 60 square miles and destroying over 12,000 structures, significantly worsened by climate change increasing available fire fuel by 25%, despite still occurring in a world without human-caused climate change.

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Los Angeles Under Unprecedented Wind Warning Amid Devastating Fires

A particularly dangerous situation (PDS) wind warning is in effect for Los Angeles until Wednesday noon due to expected 70mph winds, following three previous such warnings this season and resulting in 24 deaths and over 12,000 destroyed buildings amid extreme drought conditions.

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Australia's 1896 Heatwave: A Deadly Reminder of Extreme Heat

A 24-day heatwave in 1896 Australia killed 437 people, exceeding current heatwave intensity despite recent record-breaking temperatures across the country; temperatures reached 48.9°C in Bourke, NSW, overwhelming hospitals and causing mass evacuations.

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