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environment1 year ago•2 min saved

"Record Warmth: The U.S. Winter That Disappeared"

The U.S. experienced its warmest winter on record, with temperatures more than 5 degrees Fahrenheit hotter than average, leading to low ice cover on the Great Lakes, diminished snow cover, and adverse effects on agriculture and water supply. The trend of warming winters, attributed to human-caused greenhouse gas emissions, has far-reaching implications, including the spread of diseases, reduced crop yields, and dwindling snowpack in the Western U.S., posing significant challenges for various regions and ecosystems.

via NPR|

#climate-change #environment #environmental-impact

environment1 year ago•6 min saved

"Record Warmth: US Winter Disappears, Spring Arrives Early"

The winter of 2023-2024 was the warmest on record in the United States, with temperatures averaging 5.4 degrees above normal. This was attributed to long-term warming and El Nino, resulting in an absence of winter in many parts of the country. The warm winter has led to early spring leaves, mosquito bites in February, and record low ice cover in the Great Lakes. Climate change and Arctic Amplification are contributing to the trend of warmer winters, impacting ecosystems, pest seasons, and migration patterns for birds.

via The Associated Press|

#climate-change #environment #spring

weather1 year ago•2 min saved

"Record-Breaking: Warmest Winter Sweeps Across the Midwest"

The USA experienced its warmest winter on record, with temperatures soaring and snowfall lacking in many parts of the country. The warm weather was attributed to El Niño and the influence of a warming climate. The eastern US is expected to continue experiencing mild temperatures in March, while the West is predicted to have a cool and soggy month.

via USA TODAY|

#climate-change #el-nino #meteorologists

energy-markets1 year ago•1 min saved

"Record Warm Winter Sends Natural Gas Prices Plummeting"

Natural gas prices are plummeting as the US braces for its warmest winter on record, leading to reduced demand for heating fuel. This drop in prices is impacting the energy markets and could have significant implications for the industry.

via Financial Times|

#energy #energy-markets #natural-gas

weather1 year ago•3 min saved

"Midwest's Confusing Weather: Navigating Spring in Midwinter"

The Midwest and Great Lakes are experiencing an unusually warm and snowless winter, with some cities on track for one of the warmest winters on record. The absence of snow and cold is impacting winter recreation and tourism, while ice coverage on the Great Lakes is near record lows. The unusual warmth is attributed to a classic El Niño pattern and the effects of a warming climate, with winter becoming the fastest-warming season for nearly 75% of the US.

via CNN|

#declining-ice-coverage #great-lakes #midwest

weather1 year ago•1 min saved

Midwinter Madness: Record-Breaking Warmth Hits Minnesota

The Twin Cities experienced record high temperatures before noon on January 31, with readings surpassing the previous record of 46 degrees. Southern Minnesota saw highs in the 50s to near 60 degrees, contributing to the warmest winter on record for most Minnesota locations. Temperatures are expected to remain around 20 degrees warmer than average through the first week of February.

via MPR News|

#minnesota #record-high #temperature