The California Wildfires

California wildfires are nothing new, but this year’s fires were far worse than most, costing dozens of people their lives and destroying thousands of houses and other structures. Many reasons have been offered, but there is no question that climate change played a significant role. Climate change is making the Read more…

The Western Drought

According to a report by CNBC,[1] about 75% of the western United States has been hit by the worst drought in at least twenty years, and almost half of the continental U.S. is experiencing moderate to exceptional drought conditions. Last year more acres were burned by wildfires in California than Read more…