Pentagon’s PFAS Cleanup Delays Fuel Bipartisan Fury – and a Reckoning
Bipartisan anger grows as Pentagon delays PFAS cleanups at hundreds of military bases. Analysis of the scope, causes, and what it means for communities near contaminated sites.
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$43M Mamdani Donation Targets NYC Flood Prevention
Mamdani Family Foundation gives $43M to NYC’s DEP for flood gates and climate resilience. What it means for your commute, basement, and insurance rates.
Flood Watch: The Silent Danger Nobody Is Talking About This Spring
Flood watches are the most ignored severe weather alerts. Here’s why that’s dangerous, what they actually mean, and how to prepare before it’s too late.
Housing vs. Flood Walls: Brooklyn’s Waterfront Gamble
Brooklyn approved a towering waterfront apartment complex over a flood-protection park. Climate experts warn it’s a losing bet against sea-level rise, but the housing crisis left no easy choice.
The Storm is Brewing: A Crisis is Imminent Along US Coasts
A slow-moving storm fueled by record-warm Gulf waters threatens catastrophic flooding and tornadoes across the US Gulf Coast and Southeast. Expert warnings and preparation tips inside.
The Bogfather: How a Welsh Scientist Is Saving the Planet One Bog at a Time
Meet The Bogfather: Welsh scientist Dr. Christian Dunn is on a mission to restore peatlands as a natural climate solution. Learn how rewetting bogs can lock away carbon and reduce flooding.
E Pluribus Algae: Why Pond Scum Is as American as Red, White & Blue
The Reflecting Pool’s algae bloom isn’t just unsightly—it’s a symbol of a warming world. Why letting green pond scum thrive might be America’s most honest climate gesture.
Ghana Floods Kill 13 as Accra Braces for More Rainstorms
At least 13 people have died in Accra’s worst flooding in years. With another severe storm forecast, authorities urge evacuation. Read the full story on CyclonePost.
Fewer Inspections for Compliant Farmers Under New Pollution Proposal
New Nutrients Action Policy draft would slash inspections for compliant farmers while targeting repeat offenders. Environmentalists worry about loopholes; farmers praise flexibility.
New Water Quality Rules Drop After Last Year’s Controversy
The revised Nutrients Action Policy is out for consultation after last year’s controversial draft drew fire from farmers and environmentalists. New limits, tiered zones, and subsidies aim to balance clean water with agricultural needs.
UK June Rainfall Shatters Records: 10 Days Exceed Monthly Average
UK records more rain in first 10 days of June than the entire monthly average. Regional totals exceed 145mm. Met Office warns of continued flooding risk.
When the Floods Came for the Chicks: A Tale of Survival
Record Midwest floods in April 2025 wiped out hundreds of least tern nests. Rescuers saved 1,200 chicks, but climate change threatens the species’ future.
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