Priestley Centre for Climate Futures’ Post

Thoughts and best wishes to our communities that are again experiencing another extreme rainfall event over eastern Australia. The graphic below shows rainfall estimated for the 24 hours to 9am Friday from the Bureau of Meteorology's Terry Hills radar, just north of Sydney. Several areas have already experienced rainfall exceeding 100 mm and the worst is likely still to come for many areas. It's a timely reminder that climate change is increasing the chances of heavy rainfall events and, coupled with increases in the frequency and intensity of other extremes, many communities have less time to recover from one extreme event to the other. From the Bureau of Meteorology and CSIRO's 2022 State of the Climate report: In coming decades, Australia is projected to experience ... "More intense short-duration heavy rainfall events, even in regions where the average rainfall decreases or stays the same. This will lead to a complex mix of effects on streamflow, and associated flood and erosion risks, including increased risk of small-scale flash flooding." The 'business case' for accelerated climate action has been clear for years and we must get on with it. #climatechange #extremeweather #floods #globalwarming #climateaction

nowadays, our planet #Earth is struggling with issues of climate change which affect living conditions of habitants. Looking in different key policies adapted for #climate_change_mitigation like #SDG7 of #universal_energy_access and #climate_change_mitigation as defines in Paris agreement,a half of all is well implemented. whereas, others remained behind, We are still facing flooding, drought, soil erosion and many more disaster from climate change, though, policies for mitigation are on track. what do you think is the major cause behind this problem?

The impacts of climate change are felt globally, especially in coastal communities. With Global Mapper, users can visualize water levels and simulate flood risks to create informed response plans for these scenarios: https://ow.ly/ifea50THNzi #globalmapper #coastalflood #floodpreparedness

As climate change intensifies urban flooding, cities are turning to innovative solutions like "sponge cities" to mitigate the impact. Sponge cities use landscape and drainage designs to slow down runoff and allow controlled flooding during extreme weather. This approach is being explored in US cities, but scaling up and accelerating its implementation is crucial to combat the severe impacts of climate change. https://swiy.co/Mc1Y

Climate change & flooding are bad news for farmers & communities 🌧️ But did you also know that wet weather & floodwaters makes the perfect conditions for the spread of destructive invasive species? 🐜 We need more local & national resources to tackle this, before it does even more damage to nature & our economy. Read more 👇 https://lnkd.in/eW4c_Tnq #INNSWeek

Flooding affects more people than any other natural peril, and it's among hazards that are intensifying with climate change. In this article, Anil Vasagiri, a Swiss Re property solutions expert, describes why having the best flood maps is so critical. https://ow.ly/PEZx30sBGtB

Climate | It was the wettest April in #Nebraska since 2016 & the first above average for precipitation since 2017, which led to crucial #drought relief for the central & northeastern regions. See more in Nebraska State Climate Office's April 2024 climate summary » https://ow.ly/HBjA50Skqiu #NebExt #newx #wx #ag

We had some fun with the flood data featured in our new Geospatial Asset Intelligence product to show which type of flooding is most common and which type can be most costly. With more than 40% of assessed locations exposed to at least one flood type, there is almost no company without potential flood exposure and that is just for our current climate conditions. Keep an eye out for more flood posts in the coming weeks!

The recent Sahara Desert floods are stark evidence that climate change is altering weather patterns in ways that once seemed unimaginable. While deserts are typically associated with extreme heat and dryness, climate change is causing even the world’s driest regions to experience unpredictable rainfall and flooding. Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time, but the complexity of the science, terminology, and data can make it difficult to grasp. Our mission is to break down these barriers by transforming complex concepts into simple, actionable knowledge. #climatechange #sustainability #flooding #weather

Ahead of World Environment Day tomorrow, which this year focuses on land restoration, desertification, and drought resilience, we're sharing our approach for building climate resilience in Cents for Seeds. Increasingly, we are experiencing the impact of climate change in Cents for Seeds. Drought, unpredictable weather patterns, heavy rainfall, and prolonged dry periods are wreaking havoc on the program. “When drought sets in, we are totally affected in all ways." One of the ways we're adapting is by introducing more climate resilient seed types. In 2024, we have started distributing green gram which has historically performed well in the face of drought. So far, we've received a very positive response from the communities who are hopeful for a successful harvest this year. 🌾 Read more here https://bit.ly/3VKvSMG #CentsforSeeds #EOFY #LoveMercy #GenerationRestoration #WorldEnvironmentDay