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Texas Flooding Worsens as More Rain is Forecast Climate Change Behind Extreme Weather

After days of heavy rain, central and southern Texas are facing severe floods and more rainfall is on the way. Emergency crews are working nonstop, and experts warn climate change is making events like this more frequent. A raging Guadalupe River leaves fallen trees and debris in its wake on Friday in Kerrville, Texas. Widespread Flooding Across Texas Several communities in Texas including Austin and San Antonio are experiencing dangerous flooding after relentless rain over the past few days. Rivers have overflowed, streets are submerged, and hundreds have been forced to evacuate. At least two people have lost their lives. What’s Causing It? A stalled weather system is stuck over the region, dumping inches of rain on already soaked ground. The National Weather Service says some areas could get up to 5 more inches over the weekend, increasing the risk of flash floods. The July 4 flooding disaster left debris scattered along the path of the Guadalupe River in Kerr County, includ...

Europe’s Extreme Heat Wave: A Warning Sign of Global Warming’s Future

Europe Is Boiling Under an Unrelenting Heat Wave In early July 2025, southern Europe is facing a brutal heat wave, with temperatures climbing past 40°C (104°F) in regions like Spain, Italy, and Greece. This isn’t just summer heat — it’s a serious climate event. Weather experts point to a “  heat dome  ” — a high-pressure system that traps hot air over one region — as the reason behind this intense and early-season spike. These patterns are becoming more frequent in a warming world. People sitting at an outdoor cafĂ© under a misting system during a summer heatwave in Europe. 🔥 Global Warming Is Fueling the Extremes Scientists say that heat waves like this are not random. They’re being intensified by climate change, which is warming the planet and creating more extreme and unpredictable weather. This event is part of a troubling global trend. Heat waves are starting earlier, lasting longer, and hitting harder than they did just a few decades ago. According to a CNN Weather ...