Hundreds of earthquakes rattle summit of Kilauea volcano in Hawaii
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has closed some parking areas and trails around Kilauea due to an increase in seismic activity.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has closed some parking areas and trails around Kilauea due to an increase in seismic activity.
Rio Verde: Water to start flowing again
After a months-long crisis, water will flow in the Rio Verde Foothills community starting on Oct. 9. It's part of a new law signed in June by Governor Katie Hobbs, as well as numerous agreements and measures that formed off the bill. Under the plan, the City of Scottsdale will treat the water acquired by Rio Verde, in a temporary solution. A long-term proposal is currently being reviewed by the Arizona Corporation Commission.
After a months-long crisis, water will flow in the Rio Verde Foothills community starting on Oct. 9. It's part of a new law signed in June by Governor Katie Hobbs, as well as numerous agreements and measures that formed off the bill. Under the plan, the City of Scottsdale will treat the water acquired by Rio Verde, in a temporary solution. A long-term proposal is currently being reviewed by the Arizona Corporation Commission.
2023 on track to become Earth's warmest year on record after shattering September temperature records
"Since June, the world has experienced unprecedented heat on land and sea. The temperature anomalies are enormous – far bigger than anything we have ever seen in the past," WMO officials said.
"Since June, the world has experienced unprecedented heat on land and sea. The temperature anomalies are enormous – far bigger than anything we have ever seen in the past," WMO officials said.
Arizona ends water lease with Saudi Arabia-owned farm, other companies
Fondomonte uses sprinklers to grow alfalfa in La Paz County and exports it to feed dairy cattle in Saudi Arabia. The company does not pay for the water it uses.
Fondomonte uses sprinklers to grow alfalfa in La Paz County and exports it to feed dairy cattle in Saudi Arabia. The company does not pay for the water it uses.
83% of buyers consider climate risk when looking for new home, study says
Prospective buyers in certain regions of the U.S. were more likely to consider climate risks when shopping for a home, according to Zillow’s research.
Prospective buyers in certain regions of the U.S. were more likely to consider climate risks when shopping for a home, according to Zillow’s research.
Navy officers involved in 2021 Pearl Harbor fuel spill get written reprimands instead of firing or suspension
The Navy is issuing written reprimands to three now-retired military officers for their roles in the spill of jet fuel into Pearl Harbor’s drinking water in 2021. But it is not firing, suspending, docking the pay or reducing the rank of anyone for the incident.
The Navy is issuing written reprimands to three now-retired military officers for their roles in the spill of jet fuel into Pearl Harbor’s drinking water in 2021. But it is not firing, suspending, docking the pay or reducing the rank of anyone for the incident.
Microscopic parasite found in Baltimore-area drinking water, officials say
Low levels of a microscopic parasite discovered in a Baltimore-area reservoir could sicken vulnerable residents, the city warned on Thursday.
Low levels of a microscopic parasite discovered in a Baltimore-area reservoir could sicken vulnerable residents, the city warned on Thursday.
Louisiana saltwater intrusion declared federal disaster
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
Salt water from the Gulf of Mexico has moved further up the Mississippi, threatening drinking water in communities that rely on the river for fresh water.
Iconic tree from ‘Robin Hood: Prince of Thieves’ chopped down, 16-year-old arrested
Images taken show the tree on the ground with a long, straight line through the trunk.
Images taken show the tree on the ground with a long, straight line through the trunk.
Louisiana governor requests federal help as Mississippi River saltwater intrusion threatens drinking water
Without enough freshwater flow, seawater is making its way up the Mississippi River and is expected to reach New Orleans by mid-October.
Without enough freshwater flow, seawater is making its way up the Mississippi River and is expected to reach New Orleans by mid-October.
Video: Rare ‘Dumbo’ octopus spotted during deep sea expedition
Researchers were conducting an expedition in the North Pacific Ocean to explore unseen deep-sea habitats.
Researchers were conducting an expedition in the North Pacific Ocean to explore unseen deep-sea habitats.
Lego scraps efforts to make toys out of recycled bottles
Denmark’s Lego says it remains committed to its quest to find sustainable materials to reduce carbon emissions, even after an experiment by the world’s largest toymaker to use recycled bottles did not work.
Denmark’s Lego says it remains committed to its quest to find sustainable materials to reduce carbon emissions, even after an experiment by the world’s largest toymaker to use recycled bottles did not work.
After summer's extreme weather, more people view climate change as a culprit, poll finds
A new poll found that most Americans believe they've personally felt the impact of climate change because of recent extreme weather, including a summer that brought dangerous heat for much of the country.
A new poll found that most Americans believe they've personally felt the impact of climate change because of recent extreme weather, including a summer that brought dangerous heat for much of the country.
Billions exposed to harmful smoke pollution over past 2 decades, study says
On average, people were exposed to 9.9 days per year to some form of smoke pollution that could be potentially harmful to their health, the study said.
On average, people were exposed to 9.9 days per year to some form of smoke pollution that could be potentially harmful to their health, the study said.
Yavapai County residents raise concerns over proposed mine near residential neighborhood
Residents in a portion of Yavapai County say they are worried about a proposed plan for a mine to be placed right in the middle of their neighborhood.
Residents in a portion of Yavapai County say they are worried about a proposed plan for a mine to be placed right in the middle of their neighborhood.
Homeowners face rising insurance rates as climate change makes wildfires, storms more common
A report released Wednesday says states such as California, Florida and Louisiana, which are prone to wildfires and damaging storms and flooding, are likely to see the most dramatic increases in premiums.
A report released Wednesday says states such as California, Florida and Louisiana, which are prone to wildfires and damaging storms and flooding, are likely to see the most dramatic increases in premiums.
Fall foliage 2023: Survey reveals top hidden gems to visit in the US
Mixbook, a photo book brand, surveyed 3,000 for their top hidden gems they want to visit to see fall foliage this year. Did yours make the list?
Mixbook, a photo book brand, surveyed 3,000 for their top hidden gems they want to visit to see fall foliage this year. Did yours make the list?
Fall foliage outlook 2023
Parts of New England and the Midwest could have a challenging year for fall foliage. A significant drought is impacting parts of the central U.S., and New England has seen several episodes of heavy rainfall, leading to flooding concerns. October is usually the peak sightseeing month.
Parts of New England and the Midwest could have a challenging year for fall foliage. A significant drought is impacting parts of the central U.S., and New England has seen several episodes of heavy rainfall, leading to flooding concerns. October is usually the peak sightseeing month.
President Biden and Brazil's Lula meeting in New York to discuss labor, climate
The two leaders are expected to discuss labor and the environment as the two nations roll out a partnership on workers’ rights.
The two leaders are expected to discuss labor and the environment as the two nations roll out a partnership on workers’ rights.
SRP, researchers work to recycle old wire casings
It takes a lot to bring electricity to people's homes, and SRP is working with university researchers to devise a new way to recycle the plastic sheaths that cover the dense cables that run underground for the power company.
It takes a lot to bring electricity to people's homes, and SRP is working with university researchers to devise a new way to recycle the plastic sheaths that cover the dense cables that run underground for the power company.