A new proposal by Florida Congressman Jared Moskowitz could lead to states like California helping to cover the high cost of home insurance claims in states like Florida and Texas, where major storms have made insurance very expensive. Moskowitz wants to create a national insurance fund to spread the risk across the country. His idea…
An unprecedented Category 5 atmospheric river struck British Columbia and Alaska in September 2024, delivering torrential rain and causing significant disruption. Atmospheric rivers are massive streams of moisture that transport water vapor from the tropics to the poles, playing a crucial role in shaping weather patterns across the West Coast. While these systems can provide…
As climate change continues to warm the planet, the Gulf of Mexico is experiencing rising sea surface temperatures that could extend the traditional hurricane season, currently lasting from June 1 through November 30. If the Gulf’s average temperature never drops below 80°F, a critical threshold for hurricane formation, scientists suggest that hurricane activity may no…
The 2024 hurricane season has become one of the most catastrophic on record, culminating in Hurricane Helene, which ravaged the Southeastern United States with unprecedented force. With at least 90 confirmed deaths and a path of destruction spanning over 400 miles, Helene’s impact is a stark reminder of the growing power of hurricanes in the…
Hurricanes are becoming more frequent and more intense, and the scientific consensus links this trend to climate change. Extreme weather events, such as Hurricane Helene, are pushing even the most skeptical to reconsider their views on climate change, as the impacts are increasingly hard to ignore. The connection between climate change and hurricanes is well-documented…
Hurricane Helene, which made landfall in Florida’s Big Bend region as a Category 4 storm on Thursday night, has left a trail of destruction across the Southeast, setting records and reigniting conversations about climate change. Helene’s unprecedented size, rapid intensification, and the catastrophic damage it wrought have made it one of the most powerful hurricanes…
The confirmed death toll from Hurricane Helene has risen to at least 53 as of Saturday, and officials warn that the number is expected to increase as search efforts continue. The powerful storm, which made landfall near Perry, Florida, as a Category 4 hurricane on Thursday night, left a trail of destruction across multiple states….
Florida’s Citizens Property Insurance Corporation appears to be in a strong position to handle the financial strain from Hurricane Helene, with early estimates placing insured losses between $3 billion and $5 billion. As the state-run insurer of last resort, Citizens has grown substantially in recent years, now covering over 1.3 million policies due to the…
Recent research indicates that the increasing frequency and intensity of hurricanes are contributing to the accelerated melting of ice in Greenland. This phenomenon could significantly affect global sea levels and alter climate patterns across the world. Hurricanes, such as the recent Hurricane Isaac, demonstrate how tropical storms can impact regions far beyond their typical reach,…
Miami, FL — The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued an urgent update on Hurricane Helene, which is rapidly intensifying as it approaches landfall near Florida’s Big Bend region. The hurricane, now packing maximum sustained winds of 110 knots (126 mph), has evolved into a large and powerful storm that could reach Category 4 strength…
