Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the rapid return of nuclear energy, driven by the tech industry’s growing electricity demands. Google, Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft are investing in small modular nuclear reactors to power AI server farms, which consume immense amounts of energy. McIntyre notes that these modern reactors can be built…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that as Florida enters a new hurricane season, it is still grappling with the damage from the last one. Many areas hit by Hurricanes Milton and others, especially along the western coast and panhandle, remain unrepaired. With storms growing more frequent and intense due to climate change,…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Phoenix is experiencing extreme, unseasonal heat, with temperatures exceeding 100°F in the evening and an active air quality alert. He warns that this early heatwave may mirror last year’s record-breaking stretch of hot days. McIntyre explains that such conditions strain the power grid and threaten key…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that NOAA’s looming budget cuts could drastically weaken the National Weather Service’s forecasting and research capabilities. While companies like Nvidia and Google are stepping forward with AI-driven weather models that may outperform humans, the transition raises concerns about losing experienced meteorologists and crucial climate data — and…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a new study from Nature forecasting that today’s children will face extreme climate disruptions throughout their lives. By 2100, an estimated 92% will experience heatwaves, 29% will encounter crop failures, and 14% will face flooding. McIntyre stresses that these findings challenge earlier assumptions, showing that climate change…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that budget cuts to NOAA under the Trump administration are threatening the accuracy and effectiveness of U.S. hurricane forecasting. While major storms may still be detected, the ability to predict rapid intensification and last-minute changes in trajectory could be lost — putting lives and infrastructure at serious…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that climate change could devastate banana production, especially in Latin America and the Caribbean — areas responsible for 80% of global exports. By 2080, most of these regions may no longer be viable for cultivation. McIntyre compares the threat to recent crop losses in cocoa and coffee,…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses NOAA’s newly released 90-day forecast, which projects above-average temperatures across most of the U.S. this summer. The Southwest, including areas like Utah, Nevada, and Phoenix, is expected to face extreme heat as usual, but the Northeast — typically cooler — will also experience unusually high temperatures from…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on findings from AccuWeather and National Geographic that link rising global temperatures to an increase in tornado frequency and severity. Warmer surface temperatures in the central U.S. create the unstable atmospheric conditions necessary for tornado formation. McIntyre warns that continued warming will likely intensify this trend, and…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, summarizes the National Weather Service’s April report, calling attention to widespread severe weather across the U.S. Torrential rain and over 150 tornadoes battered the South and Midwest, causing dozens of injuries and 24 deaths. Meanwhile, the Southeast faced near-record heat, and Alaska saw one of its wettest and…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on NOAA’s latest seasonal precipitation outlook, which predicts a heightened risk of flooding across parts of the U.S. this summer. Areas of concern include the central eastern coast, New Orleans, and low-lying cities such as New York and Washington, D.C., where heavy rainfall could cause serious damage….
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Tesla is facing a significant Cybertruck inventory buildup, with 10,000 units unsold. With monthly sales around 1,500 and increasing pressure from recalls and public perception, McIntyre suggests Tesla will likely need to follow legacy auto tactics, including price cuts and special financing, to move inventory and…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how cities like Houston and Dallas are experiencing land subsidence. In Houston’s case, the situation is especially dire due to its low elevation and hurricane exposure, which compound the risk of severe, irreversible flooding in the coming years.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a study from the University of New York revealing that Dallas, like many U.S. cities, is slowly sinking due to subterranean changes. While the land subsidence is gradual, it poses long-term threats to buildings and infrastructure, showing that this issue isn’t limited to coastal regions.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Columbus, Ohio is among several inland U.S. cities experiencing land subsidence. While the sinking may only be millimeters per year, the cumulative damage could endanger infrastructure and cost billions in repairs over time.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that Denver is among many U.S. cities experiencing land subsidence. Although the rate of sinking may seem small annually, it can accumulate over time, leading to damaged roads, tilting buildings, and enormous repair costs. The issue presents a growing environmental and economic threat without a viable large-scale…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports from a flash flood in Connecticut caused by nine inches of rainfall in a short span. He highlights the economic damage to local businesses and jobs, framing the event as a direct and increasingly common consequence of climate change in regions unaccustomed to such extreme weather.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Chicago is slowly sinking due to groundwater seepage and soft soil conditions, particularly near Lake Michigan. This gradual land subsidence, documented by The Washington Post, is a growing issue for flat, low-lying urban areas and represents a long-term threat that is difficult to reverse.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a Climate Central study revealing that even the coldest U.S. cities are warming rapidly due to climate change. Cities like Anchorage, Alaska, and Traverse City, Michigan, have experienced temperature increases of 9°F in average coldest-day readings since the mid-20th century, highlighting the broad geographic reach of…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Detroit, like many other U.S. cities, is slowly sinking due to groundwater erosion. Though gradual, this subsidence can lead to major structural damage over time. Without a clear solution, cities like Detroit could face immense infrastructure costs in the coming decades.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses the growing issue of San Antonio sinking due to the depletion of groundwater for drinking and agriculture. With much of the city at risk of destabilization in the coming decades, buildings, homes, and infrastructure could suffer significant damage.
