Climate Change Amplifies Flood Risks in Texas and Beyond
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A severe storm in central Texas caused catastrophic flooding, resulting in over 100 deaths, extensive property damage, and highlighting the impact of climate change and drought conditions that worsened the flood's severity. The event was exacerbated by delayed warnings, night-time flooding, and the area's vulnerability, including flood-prone camps along the Guadalupe River.
- A perfect storm of circumstances created a worst-case scenario for flooded Texas communities CNN
- Climate change makes deadly floods more likely — but Washington is responding with cuts Politico
- Extreme weather events like Texas rain are more likely to occur due to climate change, scientists warn ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
- Why flash floods like in Texas are expected to happen more often — and in more places Toronto Star
- Climate scientist explains what made the Texas floods so extreme MSN
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