Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that drought conditions have returned to areas north of Los Angeles, significantly raising the risk of wildfires. Drawing on data from the Nebraska-based Drought Monitor, he warns that similar conditions preceded deadly wildfires in the past. With dry terrain, strong mountain winds, and common ignition sources like…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on an unusual drought affecting central Florida, which has led to a rising risk of wildfires near Orlando. He notes that this shift is part of a national trend, where typically moist regions like New Jersey are also experiencing unexpected fire outbreaks. McIntyre highlights the danger of…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that oil prices are rapidly declining, with Brent Crude now at $60 a barrel. Surging supply from U.S. shale and OPEC+, weakening demand from China, and economic uncertainty are driving the drop. While consumers and oil-importing nations like India benefit from lower costs, producers such as Russia…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the U.S. imposing a staggering 3,521% tariff on solar panels imported from Southeast Asia, targeting Chinese firms accused of circumventing trade rules. While the policy protects U.S. solar manufacturers like First Solar, it may severely limit solar deployment, raise consumer costs, and slow the clean energy…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on BYD’s latest milestone—launching the world’s largest car carrier, Ciencian, bound for Brazil with 7,000 EVs. This LNG-powered vessel showcases BYD’s aggressive global expansion, especially in South America, where sales have surged by 328% in 2024. Despite trade barriers in the U.S. and EU, BYD continues its…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns of a potentially severe 2025 hurricane season. Forecasts from Colorado State University and AccuWeather predict multiple major hurricanes driven by high Atlantic temperatures and a possible La Niña. Starting June 1, U.S. coastal areas—especially the Gulf and Florida—face a significant threat of stronger, faster-intensifying storms, mirroring dangerous…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Alaska is now facing summer heat advisories starting June 1 in Fairbanks and Juneau. With climate change accelerating, the National Weather Service has set new alert thresholds for different regions of the state. Once seen as relatively shielded from extreme heat, Alaska is now experiencing rising…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that the climate crisis is rapidly creating an insurance disaster across the United States. With global natural disaster losses hitting $140 billion in 2024, insurers are either dramatically raising premiums or abandoning regions like Florida and California. This threatens to crash home values, destabilize the real estate…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights findings from a 40-year Arctic study published in Nature, which shows the region warming at four times the global average. As shrubs and grasses rapidly outgrow native flowering species, the study reveals deep ecosystem changes that endanger Arctic wildlife, indigenous communities, and global carbon sinks. McIntyre warns…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Hawaii has passed a pioneering bill to increase hotel and cruise taxes starting in January. The hotel tax will rise to 11%, with cruise taxes also set at 11%, aiming to raise $100 million annually for climate resilience projects. These include restoring Waikiki beaches, fire prevention,…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses early forecasts from major meteorological organizations that suggest an active 2025 hurricane season. While the number of named storms is a key factor, McIntyre stresses that their location and landfall impact—such as what occurred with Hurricane Burl and others last year—are far more consequential in assessing risk.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights new data showing that Arkansas has the lowest electric vehicle (EV) adoption rate in the U.S., with only 0.26% of vehicles being electric. He attributes this to factors like geographic size, sparse charging infrastructure, conservative political leanings, and economic hardship.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that Los Angeles is once again at risk for wildfires due to severe drought and dry wind conditions. Despite recent destructive fires, current forecasts show no significant rainfall ahead, making future wildfires likely through midyear.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Phoenix is experiencing record-breaking early heat, with temperatures nearing 100°F and a heat index above that. This unusual spike is already disrupting construction and posing a health crisis for unhoused and low-income residents without access to air conditioning, as officials scramble to provide relief.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a new study showing that around 20% of teens aged 16 to 18 are choosing not to have children due to concerns over climate change. These young people fear that by 2050–2060, the world may become far less livable, with predictions of rising seas and extreme environmental…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Arkansas has the lowest electric vehicle adoption rate in the U.S., with only 0.25% of its population owning EVs. He attributes this to the state’s large geography, widespread poverty, high vehicle costs, and sparse charging infrastructure, which makes long-distance EV travel risky for residents.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that over 21 cities in Southeast Asia and the Middle East recently experienced temperatures above 110°F. He highlights the deadly consequences of such heat, including wet-bulb syndrome, and explains that poverty and weak infrastructure in many of these regions make adaptation nearly impossible. The situation underscores how…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on how genetically modified seeds are being used in countries like Bangladesh, where rising sea levels have turned farmland saline. While controversial in parts of the world, such technology could be essential for food security in regions where saltwater intrusion has made traditional agriculture nearly impossible.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explores a claim by PricewaterhouseCoopers that artificial intelligence could one day help solve its own massive electricity demands. While AI may be capable of optimizing energy use and infrastructure planning, McIntyre points out the real obstacle: funding. AI may be brilliant, but it still relies on human capital…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that the Midwest is facing repeat storms while still recovering from earlier weather-related damage. With a pattern of unpredictable “whipsaw” weather, including hail and wind, crews attempting repairs to infrastructure may face renewed disruption in the coming days.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, discusses early hurricane forecasts from major weather agencies predicting a more active and intense season. While these projections offer general trends, McIntyre emphasizes that they fail to address the most critical question for people in vulnerable areas: where hurricanes will actually strike.
