Title: US already hit by 7 billion-dollar disasters in 2024 and it’s only May
Summary: The average temperature for the contiguous U.S. in April was 53.8 degrees, which was 2.7 degrees above the 20th-century average. That means through April, this year is the fifth-hottest out of the nation’s 130-year climate history, and the country has endured seven billion-dollar disasters so far. Wow, what a great way to start the year! I hope you’re enjoying the heat, because it’s only going to get worse from here. Maybe you should invest in some air conditioning, or better yet, move to Antarctica.

Title: Climate Change Catalysing the Risks of Future Pandemics, Reveals New Study
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Title: As climate change amplifies urban flooding, communities can become ‘sponge cities’ • Indiana Capital Chronicle
Summary: U.S. cities are finally catching up with the sponge city concept, which involves designing communities that can absorb and filter stormwater like a real sponge. This green infrastructure approach was first introduced in the early 2000s, but it took a while for cities to realize the benefits of this innovative solution. Now, more and more cities are jumping on the bandwagon and incorporating sponge city concepts into their stormwater management plans. Who knew that cities could be so absorbent?

Title: Hurricanes, heatwaves and rising seas: The impacts of record ocean heat
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Title: Assessing the U.S. Climate in April 2024
Summary: Wow, April was a hot one in the U.S., huh? The average temperature was so warm, it ranked 12th in the whole 130-year history. That’s like being in the top 10 of the hottest class ever. Alaska, on the other hand, was freezing cold, like a popsicle in the freezer. It was so chilly, it ranked in the driest third of the record. That’s like being the only one who forgot to bring a drink to the desert.

Title: Cobb County weather forecast for Thursday, May 9, 2024
Summary: The National Weather Service has some bad news for Cobb County and its neighbors: a stormy day is coming your way. These storms are not your average rain showers, they are the big boys, the thunderstorms that can make you jump out of your skin. They are moving eastward across North GA, and they are not going to stop anytime soon. In fact, they might get even more intense as they approach. So, if you want to avoid getting soaked, blown away, or electrocuted, you better take cover. The National Weather Service has issued a Tornado Watch for North and most of central GA, which means you should be on high alert for any signs of a twister. If you see a funnel cloud, a rotating wall cloud, or a loud roar, get inside a sturdy building and stay away from windows and doors. And don’t forget to bring your umbrella, because you might need it to shield yourself from the hail that might accompany the thunderstorms. Stay safe and dry, folks.

Title: El Niño is on the way out after a record-breaking year of heat
Summary: El Niño is like a hot tub for the ocean, but instead of bubbles, it’s filled with warm water. And when you add in the extra heat from burning fossil fuels, it’s like throwing a bunch of ice cubes into the tub. In 2023, the ocean was so hot that it broke the record for the hottest year ever! But don’t worry, the ocean is a smart guy and he knows when to cool off. By the end of the summer, he’ll switch to a cooler pattern called La Niña.

Title: La Niña is coming this summer. What impact will it have on Rochester weather?
Summary: El Niño and La Nińa are like the yin and yang of the weather world. One brings the heat, and the other brings the chill. Rochester had a blast this winter, thanks to El Niño’s strong presence. But don’t worry, La Nin a is just around the corner, and it’s expected to come in like a lion and go out like a lamb. So, get ready for a wild ride!

Title: Traders have turned betting on the weather, a technique pioneered by Enron, into a booming $25 billion market

Summary: 2023 was a blast for weather derivatives, a quirky asset class that lets investors gamble on the sky. Trading volumes soared over 250% in 2023, to a whopping $25 billion. That’s enough to buy a plane ticket to every continent and back.