Climate change is making hailstorms bigger, more damaging, and more frequent in unexpected places. Two landmark 2026 studies published in Nature and Nature Climate Change provide the clearest picture yet: hail-prone conditions are shifting poleward, hailstones are growing larger, and the seasonal timing of hail is changing in ways that could catch farmers and insurers … Read more
In March 2026, temperatures hit 112F across the Southwest – in March, not July. Learn what a heat dome is, why it broke records, and how to stay safe.
Cities can be 5 to 15°F hotter than rural areas. Learn the science behind urban heat islands, why they matter, and practical cooling solutions.
As of June 2026, 61% of the contiguous United States is experiencing some form of drought, affecting nearly two out of every three Americans. From extreme drought in the Southeast to a millennium-scale crisis in the Colorado River basin, the country is drying out on a scale with few modern precedents. Here is what broke … Read more