The Economic and Humanitarian Impact of Los Angeles’ Record-Breaking Wildfires
Firefighters engaged in an uphill battle against multiple fires in Los Angeles, projected to become the most expensive blazes in US history. The fires have been fueled by Santa Ana winds, have burned approximately 62 [...]
The Rising Prevalence of Valley Fever amid Climate Change
Marc Evans, a retired broadcast industry lawyer, was known for his love of gardening. As the old saying goes, 'life happens while you're busy making plans,' and for Evans, life certainly took an unexpected turn. [...]
Climate Change’s Double Threat – Wildfires in the West, Storms in the East
The Los Angeles wildfires currently ravaging the landscape are believed to be triggered by the potent combination of strong Santa Ana winds and prolonged periods of drought. These winds, which typically occur between September and [...]
Los Angeles Wildfires – A Growing Threat at the Crossroads of Climate Change and Urban Sprawl
The recent Eaton Fire in the San Gabriel Mountains has brought attention to the vulnerability of communities in the Los Angeles area to wildfires. Crystal Scott, who grew up playing in the now-destroyed playground in [...]
2024 is the Hottest Year on Record and the Urgent Call to Address Climate Change
The year 2024 has been officially recognized as the hottest year on record, surpassing any previous records with extreme weather conditions across the globe. This includes severe flooding in both Pakistan and Afghanistan, and record [...]
Supreme Court Greenlights Honolulu’s Climate Change Lawsuit Against Oil Giants
In a landmark decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has sanctioned the progression of a lawsuit filed by the municipality of Honolulu against leading oil companies, including industry giants like Sunoco and Shell. The decision came [...]
