Title: Global temperature record streak continues, as climate change makes heatwaves more extreme
Summary: April 2024 was a scorcher, with an average surface air temperature of 15.03°C! That’s 0.67°C hotter than the average for the past 20 years. And get this, it was 1.58°C warmer than the average for the whole 19th century! Talk about a heatwave! It’s almost like April was trying to break the record for the hottest month ever. But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered with some cool facts about El Niño.

Title: Wildfire weather is increasing in California and much of the U.S., report finds
Summary: The Western U.S. has been having a lot of fun with wildfires lately. California, in particular, has been burning up like a piece of toast, with an extra 61 fire weather days per year, on average, since 1973. That’s a lot of smoke, a lot of ash, and a lot of fun.

Title: Human-Caused Climate Change Amplifed April’s Extreme Heatwaves Across Asia, Finds Study
Summary: Asia had a blast in April, literally! South and Southeast Asia, Myanmar, Laos and Vietnam were all rocking the heatwave, breaking records for their hottest April day. India was feeling the burn too, with temperatures reaching a scorching 46°C. And in West Asia, Palestine and Israel were sizzling with temperatures above 40 degrees. Talk about a hot mess!

Title: Chocolate prices soar as climate change hurts cocoa production : Short Wave : NPR
Summary: Did you know that the majority of chocolate is made in just two countries? And that erratic weather from climate change is causing a cocoa shortage? Well, Yasmin Tayag, a food, health, and science writer at The Atlantic, has all the juicy details on this chocolate crisis.

Title: Utah’s evening weather forecast 5/14/24
Summary: Tonight, the sky is playing hide-and-seek with the clouds, and there’s a slim chance of some evening showers. The valley bottoms will be chilly, but the benches and urban areas will be warm. In the south, it’ll be a bit of a party. Wednesday, we’re expecting some isolated mountain showers, but don’t worry, they won’t ruin your plans. Thursday, the sun will be shining bright, so grab your sunglasses and head out!

Title: PM Update: Rain much of tonight, still cool and unsettled Wednesday
Summary: Brace yourselves, folks! Showers are coming down hard, and they’re not going anywhere. We’re talking about a half-inch to an inch of rain that could make your commute a real wet mess. And guess what? Wednesday is set to be a repeat of this dreary weather. So, grab your umbrellas and rain boots, because it’s going to be a wet and wild ride!

Title: Scientists call on moms to help fight climate change
Summary: Folklorist Maida Owens has a secret: community resilience isn’t just about protecting buildings. Folklorists are on a mission to help communities adapt to a new reality, and it’s all about the stories.

Title: Weather risk can move markets months in advance: Stock traders pay attention to these 2 long-range climate forecasts
Summary: New research reveals that two long-range seasonal weather forecasts can make or break the stock market. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts weather conditions several months out, and investors are shelling out millions of dollars to hedge the risks of NOAA’s seasonal outlooks. Who knew the weather could be so unpredictable?

Title: Scientists engage moms to help fight climate change on behalf of kids
Summary: Moms from a nonpartisan climate science group are on a mission to educate Pennsylvania families on how climate change can impact their children. With 28 separate weather and climate disasters last year alone, it’s clear that we need to act fast. Tracey Holloway, a professor of energy analysis and policy at the University of Wisconsin Madison, says that transitioning to cleaner energy is the key to a safer future for our kids.