Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a new danger in the upcoming hurricane season: storm intensification. He explains that recent hurricanes like Helene and Milton rapidly strengthened from Category 1 to Category 3 storms in under two days, due to warming waters in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic. With sea temperatures…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports record-breaking 100°F temperatures in Phoenix earlier than ever before. With last year’s streak of 100-degree days already fresh in memory, the extreme heat is again putting stress on vulnerable populations, halting outdoor work like construction, and driving up energy demands for air conditioning. These combined pressures expose…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that escalating tariffs between the U.S. and China, particularly under Donald Trump’s policy proposals, could significantly harm America’s green energy efforts. With tariffs reaching up to 125%, solar companies relying on Chinese-made components will face soaring costs. These components aren’t widely available from other countries in volume,…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights growing wildfire risks in the Carolinas due to renewed drought conditions and high winds. These climate-driven factors threaten to reignite recently controlled wildfires that have already caused extensive damage. Once considered rare in the eastern U.S., wildfires are now becoming increasingly common in the Carolinas, signaling a…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that U.S. oil companies are reconsidering the profitability of refining gasoline due to low oil prices and costly operations. With potential shifts toward producing more profitable alternatives like jet fuel and petrochemicals, gasoline supplies could drop — a move that may unintentionally accelerate EV adoption and reduce…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that forecasts from Colorado State University and AccuWeather predict an unusually active and severe 2025 hurricane season. Warmer waters in the Gulf of Mexico and South Atlantic — key drivers of storm intensity — are contributing factors. McIntyre warns this may be one of the most destructive…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that climate anxiety is spiking in San Diego. A new study shows a sharp rise in concern, driven by nearby L.A. wildfires, regional mudslides, and extreme weather. McIntyre highlights how proximity to climate disasters heightens public awareness and concern.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that budget cuts to NOAA and climate-related programs could cripple industries like salmon fishing in Washington. He points out that similar risks exist in agriculture—Florida’s orange crop, for example, has been devastated by climate-driven hurricanes. These funding cuts threaten more than science—they endanger the economic foundation of…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that climate change is becoming an immense financial liability, especially in the U.S. He cites new warnings from insurers and financial firms, highlighting the increasing costs of heatwaves, hurricanes, and wildfires. McIntyre outlines how recent climate disasters—from Florida hurricanes to California wildfires—are escalating in both frequency and…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that the Trump administration has slashed $4 million from Princeton’s renowned weather forecasting center. While seemingly minor, the cut significantly affects Princeton’s climate research capabilities. McIntyre warns this is part of a larger pattern of reduced funding across FEMA, insurance programs, and national weather forecasting. Without adequate…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the lingering impact of extreme storms in Kentucky. While the storms have passed, the flooding continues to displace residents, shutter businesses, and halt recovery. McIntyre emphasizes that this pattern mirrors similar weather events in Los Angeles and Florida, where damage from wildfires and hurricanes continues long…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the environmental consequences of rapid AI data center expansion. These facilities, operated by tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google, are being built in drought-stricken regions and require large amounts of water and energy to function. With investments topping $500 billion across the public and private…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that major insurance companies—including Farmers, AAA, and United Property and Casualty—have exited Louisiana and Florida due to mounting losses from increasingly severe hurricanes. With limited or no insurance options available, many residents may find themselves unable to secure mortgages, putting housing markets at risk of sharp declines…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that the U.S. experienced over 200 tornadoes in March — double the monthly average. The NOAA attributes this surge to warming waters in the Gulf of Mexico, which in turn heats the air and increases moisture content, fueling more severe and frequent tornadoes. The central U.S. was…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on Coober Pedy, Australia — a town where residents live and work underground to escape extreme heat. With summer temperatures hitting 120°F, underground structures have become essential for survival, maintaining much cooler conditions. McIntyre highlights this as a possible glimpse into the future for other hot regions,…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that U.S. wildfires destroyed 1.78 million acres in 2024 — a staggering 650% increase over the previous year. Fires broke out in unexpected areas like New York and the Southeast due to shifting drought patterns, with West Virginia becoming one of the driest states despite its normally…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights Volkswagen’s emergence as a major force in the global EV market. With a 59% surge in electric vehicle sales in Q1—reaching 217,000 units—VW strengthens its global position. While still behind Tesla and Chinese EV leaders like BYD, VW’s international presence gives it a unique edge. Its expanding…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that intensified hailstorms in the Tennessee Valley and broader central U.S. are driving up insurance rates. Historically, Florida and California saw the highest pressure from climate-related disasters, but now hailstorms—fueled by hotter, moisture-rich air—are becoming more destructive and frequent. McIntyre warns this trend could make it financially…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that California leads the nation in climate concern, with 71% of residents worried about global warming according to Yale. McIntyre explains this is likely due to California’s vulnerability to both massive wildfires and intense storms, which have caused significant destruction in recent years.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights a stark warning from Gunther Tonninger, former Allianz executive. Tonninger cautions that climate change intensifies weather events, which directly threaten infrastructure and personal property. McIntyre underscores that the economic impacts are already unfolding through skyrocketing insurance rates in high-risk areas like Florida, Louisiana, and hail-prone regions.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Colorado lawmakers have passed a bill requiring climate warning labels on gas pumps. The labels aim to inform consumers about the health and environmental risks of burning gasoline, much like cigarette warnings introduced decades ago. Gas stations could face steep fines if they fail to comply….
