Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains why the 2025 hurricane season has been one of the least active on record. Despite NOAA’s forecast of 13–19 storms, only Hurricane Erin has formed as a major storm—and it never made U.S. landfall. Scientists attribute the quiet season to unusual wind patterns, high pressure systems, and…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that the Great Salt Lake could vanish within five years. Research from Brigham Young University shows the lake is drying rapidly due to drought and excessive human water use. The exposed lakebed is releasing toxic dust filled with harmful chemicals, posing health risks to nearby communities. Despite…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights research showing that summers in the U.S. have grown significantly longer. Based on weather data analyzed by The Washington Post, Miami and Washington, D.C. now experience summers that last about 35 days longer than they did three decades ago, with high temperatures arriving earlier and staying later…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Napa Valley’s world-renowned wine industry is under threat from California wildfires. The Pickett Fire has spread rapidly during a record-setting heat wave, forcing evacuations in Calistoga. McIntyre emphasizes how climate change is increasingly impacting global food and agriculture—from coffee in Brazil to chocolate in West Africa,…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how wildfire smoke from Canada has reached the Arctic—a region where such smoke is historically rare. Shifting winds and atmospheric conditions have carried smoke to the far north, disrupting daily life and underscoring the reach of climate change. Similar patterns have been observed in the U.S., where…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Wisconsin is facing lawsuits from residents who claim the state isn’t doing enough to regulate carbon emissions. He explains that this legal action is part of a broader trend in which lawsuits, once directed at fossil fuel companies, are now targeting states themselves. However, McIntyre notes…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that experts warn Europe’s tourism industry is at risk of collapse due to extreme climate impacts. Researcher Stefan Gosling predicts the “age of non-tourism,” as rising heat, wildfires, and lack of cooling infrastructure make popular destinations like France less attractive to travelers.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, outlines a five-year climate disaster preparedness plan. He emphasizes long-term investments like roofing, basement remodeling, and landscaping, while encouraging risk assessment based on geography. McIntyre highlights consulting local experts, including geologists, forestry departments, and even retired firefighters, as well as working with insurers who may offer support for…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports on the South Atlantic’s transformation into a “hurricane machine.” He explains how rising ocean temperatures—80°F in the South Atlantic and up to 90°F in the Gulf of Mexico—are providing the perfect fuel for storms to intensify at unprecedented speeds. McIntyre warns that this warming trend is likely…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that Phoenix will endure five days of 110+ degree temperatures. The extreme heat threatens the city’s homeless population, strains low-income households without access to cooling, and halts construction, impacting the local economy.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Northern California is facing extreme heat, with inland temperatures over 100°F instead of the typical 85°F for this time of year. Combined with drought conditions, the region is at high risk for wildfires. With hundreds of wildfires already burning across the U.S. and Canada, California remains…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Fresno, California, will endure a full week of 100+ degree heat, with heat indexes exceeding 110. The extreme temperatures threaten vulnerable populations, particularly homeless residents and those without air conditioning, while also stalling key industries such as construction.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights how a 110-degree heatwave in Las Vegas is impacting both the gambling industry and vulnerable populations. Tourists are discouraged from visiting casinos in the extreme heat, while homeless and low-income residents face life-threatening risks without access to air conditioning.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Iowa is one of only two U.S. states with no drought conditions. This benefits crops and prevents wildfire risk, even as surrounding states face severe drought. McIntyre highlights the unusual and sometimes random nature of drought patterns across the country.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Canada will face temperatures fifteen degrees hotter than normal this weekend. The unusual heat is expected to accelerate Arctic ice melt—raising sea levels and opening shipping routes—while also heightening wildfire risks in already drought-stricken areas. More than 500 wildfires are currently active, with the potential for…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that Western Colorado is facing exceptional drought—the most severe level on the U.S. Drought Monitor—combined with extreme heat over 100°F. These conditions have already fueled wildfires this year and create a high risk for more, with temperatures far above the seasonal norm of 85°F.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, explains how Hurricane Erin—despite its destructive flooding along parts of the East Coast—may have helped the U.S. avoid even stronger storms this season. By sucking vast amounts of heat from Atlantic waters, Erin cooled surface temperatures by up to five degrees, reducing the fuel hurricanes rely on to…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, outlines a practical one-year plan to prepare for climate disasters. He emphasizes creating defensible space around homes, protecting vulnerable areas like attics and basements, maintaining sump pumps in flood zones, securing heavy objects in earthquake regions, and preparing for short-term survival during hurricanes or power outages.
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that Western Colorado is facing extreme heat above 100°F, well above the seasonal norm of 85°F. Combined with dry conditions, the region is primed for major wildfires—continuing Colorado’s history of severe fire events. While the fires are away from large cities, remote terrain makes firefighting efforts more…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, reports that areas south of Las Vegas are experiencing exceptional drought alongside extreme heat at 111°F. These conditions create a perfect wildfire formula, fueled either by human activity or lightning strikes. With the region unusually hot and dry for the season, the wildfire risk is at a dangerous…
Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, highlights South Carolina as one of only two states in the U.S. with no drought conditions. While neighboring states like Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina face drought, South Carolina currently benefits from stable conditions. McIntyre notes the unpredictable and shifting nature of drought across the U.S.
