In the Future, Much of Miami Will Be Underwater, According To FEMA data

In the Future, Much of Miami Will Be Underwater, According To FEMA data

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that much of Miami may be permanently underwater in the coming decades. Using FEMA floodplain data, he highlights how Miami’s low elevation, coastal exposure, and hurricane frequency make it a prime example of what many U.S. coastal cities face. With sea levels projected to rise by two…

Port Arthur, Texas at High Risk of Permanent Flooding by 2050

Port Arthur, Texas at High Risk of Permanent Flooding by 2050

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Port Arthur, Texas, faces severe long-term flooding threats. With portions of the city already at sea level and vulnerable to Gulf storm surges, FEMA data projects widespread inundation risks by 2050. The flooding is expected to disproportionately impact low-income and minority populations, placing Port Arthur among…

The World’s Richest People Drive The Most Global Warming Since 1990

The World’s Richest People Drive The Most Global Warming Since 1990

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on new findings showing that the richest ten percent of the global population are responsible for two-thirds of global warming since 1990. The emissions stem from luxury consumption and business operations, with no significant efforts among the wealthy to reduce fossil fuel use, suggesting the trend will…

San Francisco Is The Safest US City for Global Warming, According to New Study

San Francisco Is The Safest US City for Global Warming, According to New Study

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that a new Policy Genius study ranks San Francisco as the safest U.S. city from climate change impacts. While it remains vulnerable to earthquakes, the city’s low heat extremes, minimal flood risk, and resilient, well-educated population make it a standout in terms of climate safety.

Seattle Emerges as a Top City for Climate Safety Amid Global Warming

Seattle Emerges as a Top City for Climate Safety Amid Global Warming

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights findings from a Policy Genius study naming Seattle one of the safest cities in the U.S. amid the worsening climate crisis. With minimal extreme heat, low drought and flood risks, and limited exposure to sea level rise, Seattle stands out as a top destination for climate migrants.

In A Warming World, Consider Moving to Pittsburgh. Yes, Pittsburgh

In A Warming World, Consider Moving to Pittsburgh. Yes, Pittsburgh

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, as one of the safest U.S. cities in the face of climate change. Citing a Policy Genius study, he notes the city’s low exposure to extreme weather events and rising sea levels, along with its moderate heat risk. McIntyre suggests that Midwestern cities like Pittsburgh…

Extreme Weather Could Cause $145 Billion in Insurance Losses

Extreme Weather Could Cause $145 Billion in Insurance Losses

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that extreme weather could lead to $145 billion in uninsured losses in 2025, according to the World Economic Forum. With a 6% increase from the previous year, driven by disasters like hurricanes, wildfires, and flooding, insurers are facing mounting pressure as risk models show worsening trends—especially in…

Want To Avoid The Worst of Global Warming? Try Columbus, Ohio

Want To Avoid The Worst of Global Warming? Try Columbus, Ohio

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Columbus, Ohio ranks third in a new Policy Genius study evaluating climate safety. With minimal risks from hurricanes, wildfires, and floods, and only ten days of projected extreme heat annually, Columbus is expected to attract more residents as people flee high-risk cities like Miami, Houston, and…

Why Boston is a Safe Haven For Global Warming, According to New Study

Why Boston is a Safe Haven For Global Warming, According to New Study

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains that Boston ranks as one of the safer U.S. cities in a worsening climate. According to a Policy Genius report, Boston’s cooler summers, manageable flood risk, and climate resilience initiatives like Climate Ready Boston make it an appealing destination as people begin to migrate away from storm-prone…

Is Cleveland a Climate Haven?

Is Cleveland a Climate Haven?

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses Cleveland’s growing appeal as a climate-resilient city. According to a study by PolicyGenius, Cleveland ranks twelfth in low heat risk, with minimal extreme heat days and moderate flood risk. Thanks to its climate action plan and relative safety from hurricanes, it’s expected to attract people migrating from…

Houston Faces More Dangerous Storms and Grid Failures Due To Climate Change

Houston Faces More Dangerous Storms and Grid Failures Due To Climate Change

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights Houston’s inclusion on the Financial Times list of cities most endangered by climate change. He details the city’s recent devastation from Hurricane Burrow, which left over two million without power, and recalls a prior winter storm that shut down water and exposed major flaws in Houston’s infrastructure….

Austin Faces Escalating Wildfire Risk Amid Rapid Growth and Drought Conditions

Austin Faces Escalating Wildfire Risk Amid Rapid Growth and Drought Conditions

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights the increasing wildfire risk in Austin, Texas. He explains that the city, which historically faced minimal fire threats, has seen a sharp rise in vulnerability due to rapid population growth, nearby dry regions, and climate-related drought. Massive fires in other parts of Texas, combined with abundant brush…

St. Louis Faces Growing Climate Threat from The Mississippi River

St. Louis Faces Growing Climate Threat from The Mississippi River

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that St. Louis has been identified by the Financial Times as one of the world’s most endangered cities due to climate change. He explains that fluctuations in the Mississippi River—both severe low levels and catastrophic crests—pose a major threat to commerce and public safety. McIntyre warns that…

Dallas at High Risk for Flash Flooding Amid Intensifying Storm Patterns

Dallas at High Risk for Flash Flooding Amid Intensifying Storm Patterns

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Dallas is now among the cities most at risk from climate-related disasters, specifically flash flooding. Once rare, floods have become more common due to intense storms carrying heavy rain, hail, and even tornadoes. McIntyre explains that the city is not adequately prepared for the volume of…

New Study Names Cities That Will Suffer Most From Climate Change, Including New York City

New Study Names Cities That Will Suffer Most From Climate Change, Including New York City

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on a new Financial Times study listing global cities endangered by climate change. New York City ranks high on the list due to its coastal location and past devastation from Hurricane Sandy. McIntyre notes that neighborhoods like Queens already flood during major storms, raising urgent questions about…

Washington, D.C. Faces Major Flooding Risk from Rising Sea Levels

Washington, D.C. Faces Major Flooding Risk from Rising Sea Levels

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights that Washington, D.C. is at growing risk of flooding due to rising sea levels. Though the city is not directly on the ocean, its location on the Chesapeake Bay—connected to the Atlantic—combined with its low elevation, makes it extremely vulnerable. McIntyre underscores that global warming and melting…