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Weather Emergencies Affect Older Adults' Views on Climate and Health

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan — Thu, 20 Mar 2025 08:00:00 EST

Nearly 3 out of every 4 older Americans have experienced at least one extreme weather event in the last two years, a new poll finds. And living through such an event appears to make a big difference in how they view the potential impact of climate change on their health and that of future generations.

Coastal Guardians Pioneer a New Way to Protect the Florida Keys' Shorelines

Florida Atlantic University — Tue, 18 Mar 2025 08:30:19 EST

Nature-based solutions like restoring mangroves, and hybrid solutions, protect vulnerable shorelines. However, they need careful planning to be effective. A new GIS-based tool, combined with varied experts' input, has identified the best shoreline stabilization methods for the Florida Keys. Findings show that about 8% of coastline is suitable for nature-based or hybrid solutions, while 25.1% is unsuitable, and 67% is already vegetated or naturally protected. The tool integrates data on shoreline types, environmental factors and wave exposure to guide decisions on shoreline protection.

New ACS Led Study Finds Wildfires Pose Challenges to Cancer Care

American Cancer Society (ACS) — Tue, 11 Mar 2025 11:00:00 EST

A new national study led by American Cancer Society (ACS) and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health researchers finds patients whose facility was impacted by a wildfire disaster during recovery from lung cancer surgery had longer length of stay than similar patients treated at the same facility, but at times when no disaster occurred.

How Do Emotions Influence How People Deal with Natural Disasters?

Universite de Montreal — Fri, 31 Jan 2025 18:40:18 EST

Researchers led by an UdeM architecture professor look at how fear, anger and pride combine to shape responses to climate risks in four Latin American communities.

Protective Actions Need Regulatory Support to Fully Defend Homeowners and Coastal Communities, Study Finds

University of Notre Dame — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 20:30:27 EST

As climate change drives increasingly severe hurricanes, U.S. coastal communities are bearing the brunt of mounting losses. With regulations failing to curb the damage, homeowners have become the front line of defense -- but their efforts often fall short, according to research from the University of Notre Dame.

Lower-Quality Public Housing Is at High Risk of Flood Damage

Society for Risk Analysis (SRA) — Mon, 09 Dec 2024 15:30:00 EST

Preliminary findings suggest that lower-quality public housing structures (with lower inspection scores) are more likely to be located in a FEMA flood zone and in areas with higher flood risk as defined by FEMA's National Risk Index. They are also more likely to be home to higher percentages of people of color. Kelsea Best, assistant professor of Urban Climate Resilience and Adaptation Disparities in Ohio State University's College of Engineering, will present the team's research in December at the annual Society for Risk Analysis meeting in Austin, Texas.

Expert Available: Washington Post Report: Most U.S. Cities Aren't Prepared for Climate Change

George Washington University — Wed, 20 Nov 2024 12:00:08 EST

A report out today by The Washington Post finds most cities in the United States are not prepared for climate change. ...

Improving Hurricane Modeling with Physics-Informed Machine Learning

American Institute of Physics (AIP) — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 11:00:00 EST

In this week's Physics of Fluids, researchers employ machine learning to more accurately model the boundary layer wind field of tropical cyclones. Conventional approaches to storm forecasting involve large numerical simulations run on supercomputers incorporating mountains of observational data, and they still often result in inaccurate or incomplete predictions. In contrast, the author's machine learning algorithm is equipped with atmospheric physics equations that can produce more accurate results faster and with less data.

Could a Multivitamin Help Save Coral Reefs? Preliminary Data Says Yes!

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 09:15:52 EST

Scientists from Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution partner with the University of the Virgin Islands to create a resilient artificial reef

Multi-Disciplinary Teams Respond to Recent Hurricanes to Measure Real Time Impacts of Storm Surge, Waves

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution — Fri, 15 Nov 2024 12:15:13 EST

A joint team, including WHOI researchers, recently mobilized to investigate the real-time impacts of storm surge and waves from Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Researchers, U.S. Military Install Concrete Modules With Self-Healing Oyster Reef Structure In Florida Panhandle Bay To Protect Base

Rutgers University-New Brunswick — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:30:35 EST

U.S. Air Force officials installed a new kind of structure in the waters of St. Andrew Bay on the shore of the Tyndall U.S. Air Force Base in Northwest Florida on Oct. 30 - the first section of a Rutgers University-designed "self-healing" reef made of custom-designed concrete modules and living oysters. The reef is designed to protect the base and its people from hurricanes and tidal surges.

Hurricanes Milton and Helene Fuel Rise in Dengue Fever

George Washington University — Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:00:29 EST

The George Washington University has experts available to comment on Dengue Fever and the increase of vector-borne diseases as a result of climate change. ...

Expert Offers Insights on Hurricane Helene's Lingering Impacts on Appalachia

Virginia Tech — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 09:50:09 EST

Emily Satterwhite, professor and the director of the Appalachian Studies program in the Department of Religion and Culture, is familiar with the phases of flood recovery efforts. She shares insights on Hurricane Helene's lasting impacts in Appalachia as well as the best ways to help during the current stage of recovery.

FSU Research Improves Hurricane Intensity Forecasting

Florida State University — Thu, 17 Oct 2024 13:55:05 EST

A new collaboration between researchers in South Korea and Florida State University is improving hurricane forecasting by incorporating the effects of sea spray into the models that predict hurricane behavior.

Expert Available: SBA Disaster Loan Program Pauses New Loans Amid Funding Shortage

George Washington University — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:50 EST

The Small Business Administration's (SBA) disaster loan program has run out of funds, temporarily halting new loans for hurricane survivors until Congress provides additional funding. ...

Political Candidates Who Fight Climate Change Stand to Benefit in Election

Florida Atlantic University — Tue, 15 Oct 2024 08:30:30 EST

Nearly 52% of Floridians favor candidates who reduce climate impacts. About 68% believe the state should take more action on climate issues and and 67% feel the federal government should as well. Notably, 88% acknowledge climate change is occurring. About 75% of respondents advocate for a diversified energy mix to include more electricity produced by renewable sources. Nearly 73% of respondents worry about home energy expenses and nearly 58% are concerned about being able to afford and maintain homeowners' insurance due to climate change.

Expert Available: Asheville, NC Residents Still Without Clean Water Weeks After Hurricane Helene

George Washington University — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 12:00:55 EST

Water remains the biggest need for residents in Asheville, North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. ...

Expert Available: Hurricane Relief Workers Evacuate a North Carolina County After Armed Militia Threatens to "Hunt" FEMA

George Washington University — Mon, 14 Oct 2024 12:00:05 EST

The U.S. Forest Service on Saturday told federal agencies in the area that that National Guard troops 'had come across x2 trucks of armed militia saying there were out hunting FEMA. ...

American Thoracic Society Responds to Intravenous Fluid Shortage

American Thoracic Society (ATS) — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 17:05:58 EST

Disruptions in manufacturing operations after Hurricanes Helene and Milton have significantly affected the supply of life-saving IV fluids, leaving some health systems in dire need. While some medical centers have stockpiles in place, others may need to ration their IV fluid supply and delay surgeries. The American Thoracic Society is providing tips to help hospitals mitigate supply chain impacts.

Expert Available: Rise in Scammers and Opportunists Around Hurricane Relief & Rebuilding Efforts

George Washington University — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:00:11 EST

In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, scammers and opportunists are looking to exploit the victims of the storm. ...