900 snakes plague flood-hit villagers in southern China amid extreme weather
The annual flood season, which officially began on July 1, would be affected by global warming and El…
July heat and drought conditions raise wildfire threat across Washington
July is usually the warmest and driest month of the year in western Washington. Long days and short…
Map: 5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Chile
Note: Map shows the area with a shake intensity of 3 or greater, which U.S.G.S. defines as “weak,”…
‘Better safe than sorry’: Greece installs floating barrier to ward off toxic fish | Greece
From his deckchair, his arms thrown above his head, his feet sliding back and forth in the sand,…
San Joaquin Kit Fox :How massive Solar farms in California are providing surprising benefits in preserving the endangered San Joaquin kit foxes |
Solar panels and predator-proof fencing at California’s Topaz Solar Farms are giving the endangered San Joaquin kit fox…
Too ugly, too noisy, too… American? France’s great air con debate
Paris — As France braces for another heatwave, it’s barely recovered from the last one. Meteorologists expect scorching temperatures…
The System Built To Prevent Massive Floods In Chicago Near Capacity After ‘Stunning’ Rainfall
CHICAGO — A soggy start to summer with near-record rainfall has left Chicago’s Deep Tunnel stormwater retention system…
In 1987, the United States decided to capture every remaining wild California condor after lead poisoning, habitat loss, and poaching left just 27 birds alive; today, hundreds once again soar across western skies | World News
Once on the brink of extinction, the majestic California condor’s survival hinged on a daring rescue. Capturing the…
China’s great green wall: Over 60 billion trees are growing faster than natural forests — here’s the secret behind that growth
If one had to pick a few things to know China by, the Great Wall of China would…
Business Monday: Big Island companies continue to recover from Kona low storms and earthquake : Big Island Now
Between the Kona low storms in March and the May earthquake, 140 commercial properties — including 41 agricultural…
Kaniva finally connects to drinkable mains water, but not all residents want it on tap
A west Victorian town is no longer without mains drinking water, but not everyone will be making the…
One year since Chantal: How emergency teams are adjusting their response plans :: WRAL.com
It’s been nearly a year since Tropical Storm Chantal dumped up to a foot of rain in parts…