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An excellent piece, capturing some of the main pointers to where we are and what lies ahead; with an additional nudge for readers to embrace what meteorologists (and climatologists) are trying to achieve in order to forewarn and forearm populations in the fast moving & every changing world of climate change. 🌍

Climate change isn't increasing the number of hurricanes, it is intensifying the most powerful ones, making heavy rainfall and storm surges more severe. #HurricaneSeason #ClimateChange #NOAA #LaNiña #ExtremeWeather #CoastalSafety #GlobalWarming #StormPreparedness #RapidIntensification #SeaLevelRise

The Atlantic Ocean is near record warm, and a favorable La Niña climate cycle is developing in the tropical Pacific Ocean. Yet at what is normally the peak of hurricane season, the ocean basin has stubbornly stayed in a deep slumber.

Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall around Tampa. While catrophic storm surge flooding is expected for Tampa, the magnitude depends on if it lands to the north or south of Tampa. If it lands to the north of Tampa, it may induce extremely large surges as 1921 Tampa Bay hurricane. Hopefully the large scale system will induce large wind shear to reduce the intensity before landfall and avoid the “grey swan” tropical cyclone conditions we discussed for Tampa in a paper published in 2016 in NCC https://lnkd.in/e67iac4k. Extreme hurricanes like Milton following Helene within 2 weeks also indicates increasing threat of back-to-back sequential hurricanes we discussed about last year in NCC https://lnkd.in/eCFwr5PN

The devastating impact of Hurricane Milton on Florida's Gulf Coast is a stark reminder of how the climate crisis is intensifying extreme weather events. With wind speeds reaching 180 mph and the potential for 15 inches of rainfall, Milton is now the third most powerful hurricane in U.S. history. Climate change is fueling stronger, wetter, and more rapidly intensifying storms. The Gulf of Mexico's record-high water temperatures this year have provided extra energy for hurricanes like Milton and Helene to strengthen dramatically in a short time. I support large organisations to shift towards sustainable commuting solutions to reduce fossil fuel dependency and promote greener practices. Every effort counts in mitigating climate change. Together, we can help protect vulnerable communities around the world from increasing devastation. If you are in my network and we haven't yet met, there's just no time to waste. Let's talk! #hurricanemilton #climatechange

When are we going to start talking about climate change? The energy that supercharged Hurricane Milton into a Category 5 storm on Monday came from the waters of the Gulf of Mexico, which have been abnormally warm not just at the surface, but at depth, too. The seas absorb most of the extra heat that carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases trap near Earth’s surface. So the same human-caused forces that have been bringing abnormal heat to towns, cities and landscapes are helping to warm the oceans. For scientists, this hurricane season has been staggering to witness. “It’s felt like an entire hurricane season has taken place over the past few weeks,” Dr. Wood said. There are nearly two full months in the season still to come, and more storms are lining up already. Yet the Trump campaign is steadfast in calling out the Democrats as alarmists, and climate change a liberal hoax. Should this not be on the agenda as a key talking point? https://lnkd.in/g5augQ3x

Bill Nye explains how climate change is impacting Hurricane Milton ——————— Hurricane Milton: A Category 5 Storm in a Matter of Hours, a Warning Sign of Climate Change Hurricane Milton, a storm that has left a trail of destruction in its wake, has sent shockwaves across the nation. What makes this storm particularly alarming is its rapid intensification from a Category 1 to a Category 5 in just a matter of hours. According to experts, this unprecedented event is a direct result of climate change. The Science Behind the Storm Dr. Bill Nye, the Science Guy, joined us ... Read Full Article: https://lnkd.in/erj-aNqu #World #CalltoAction #Category5Storm #Category6 #ClimateChange #DestructivePower #Dr.BillNye #GadiSchwartz #hurricanemilton #LowPressure #NBCNewsNOW #ScienceBehindtheStorm #StayTunedNOW #StormSurge #VotewiththeClimate #WeatherPatterns #WindSpeed

As we face the growing realities of climate change, staying informed and prepared is important. In my latest Forbes.com article, I explore how climate change is reshaping the uncertainty of hurricane season, and what we need to understand as these storms become more unpredictable: https://lnkd.in/emNe89XP. Earlier this week, I also shared guidance on navigating the aftermath of catastrophic storms like Hurricane Helene. This piece is aimed at helping survivors rebuild and find a path forward during the toughest moments, https://lnkd.in/e6Yi9zag. Let’s continue the conversation on how we can better prepare for, and recover from, extreme weather events.

Hurricane Otis intensified shockingly fast — from tropical storm to category 5 in just 12 hours, defying forecasts. While hurricane forecasts have significantly improved over the years, climate change is now accelerating storms in ways that strain preparedness efforts. "Increasingly, intensification is not only occurring in the Pacific & Atlantic of our region, but also in the Indian Ocean. That is a challenge, both for climate services & the humanitarian response," says Juan Bazo, a climate scientist with Red Cross Red Crescent Climate Centre. Read an interview with Bazo to learn more about the impacts of climate change on hurricane forecasting and preparedness. He discusses solutions that National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies can implement to better prepare communities in this era of unpredictable and intensifying storms: https://lnkd.in/ewpyewfC

Peak hurricane season is upon us, and the need for energy resiliency is more pressing than ever. According to the NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration, this season is shaping up to be one of the most active on record, and it is fueled by record-warm ocean temperatures that are giving hurricanes more power to intensify rapidly. As we face the increasing threat of extreme weather (likely brought on by Climate Change), our team at Ameresco is committed to building resilient energy systems that can withstand the impact of these powerful storms. Take for instance our recent project with Joint Forces Training Base (JFTB) in Los Alamitos, California, for example. Our innovative solutions are designed to keep communities safe and powered, even in the most challenging conditions. More from Axios Generate's Andrew Freedman about what we can anticipate this season at https://lnkd.in/e-gvPHwc