Climate Crisis Hits America's Poorest Hardest: New Report Reveals Dire Warnings

A new federal climate report warns that dependably snowy winters may be in jeopardy due to climate change. The report projects that rising temperatures will lead to more precipitation falling as rain instead of snow, and the snowpack will stick around for a shorter period of time. This could result in a decrease in overall snow water volume and disrupt water infrastructure and hydropower in the Southwest. While some areas may experience more precipitation, overall precipitation totals could decrease, leading to more extreme events causing flooding over a day or two but fewer normal rainy or snowy days.