New Zealand’s Shifting Storm Patterns: Preparing for a Future of Extreme Weather Just 15% of New Zealand’s infrastructure is currently designed to withstand the impacts of extreme weather events. Recent scenes of hail-damaged vehicles in Northland and torrential downpours across Auckland aren’t isolated incidents; they’re harbingers of a future where severe weather is not the … Read more
<p>A single, intense winter storm can displace communities and disrupt essential infrastructure. But what if these events aren’t isolated incidents, but rather harbingers of a new normal? Israel is currently grappling with a severe winter storm bringing rain, snow, and widespread flooding, and the frequency and intensity of such events are projected to increase dramatically … Read more
The sheer volume of water predicted to inundate parts of Queensland – up to 700mm in some areas – isn’t just a headline; it’s a stark indicator of a rapidly changing climate and the increasing frequency of extreme weather events. While current preparations focus on immediate safety and food security, the real story lies in … Read more
Over 600,000 people have been displaced in Sumatra, Indonesia, in the past month alone due to catastrophic flooding and landslides. But this isn’t simply a story of recent devastation; it’s a stark warning. A new analysis of the situation reveals that the frequency and intensity of such events are projected to increase by climate displacement … Read more
A powerful summer storm swept across parts of the KwaZulu-Natal south coast and inland areas on Sunday afternoon, causing widespread flooding of roads and shopping centers. KwaZulu-Natal Storm Causes Flooding Heavy rain pounded Margate for several hours, with videos and images circulating on social media showing sections of Shelly Centre in Shelly Beach underwater. By … Read more