Scientists lead the charge for equity in flood risk mitigation
Communities nationwide are dealing with flooding issues, whether due to atmospheric rivers, hurricanes or rising sea levels.
Tag: atmospheric rivers
What is an atmospheric river? A hydrologist explains the good and bad of these flood-prone storms and how they’re changing
As global temperatures rise, we can expect more intense atmospheric rivers, leading to an increase in extreme rain events.
Study reveals compounding risks of atmospheric river storms
The researchers hope their findings can provide a new perspective to help the broader public better prepare for flood risks.
Will climate change force more farmworkers to go hungry?
Food insecurity is an underappreciated risk of climate change for farmworkers and their families.
The Invading Sea is a nonpartisan source for news, commentary and educational content about climate change and other environmental issues affecting Florida. The site is managed by Florida Atlantic University’s Center for Environmental Studies in the Charles E. Schmidt College of Science.
