Tag: weather
For species dependent on monsoon flooding in desert southwest, mosquitoes unwelcome competition
When the monsoon rains settle over Tucson and the rest of the U.S. southwest, they bring with them enough rain that water-dependent species go into hyperdrive. They must feed, mate, breed and create life in the shadow of a few days or weeks. But with the arrival of West Nile virus, cities are moving to rid the area of water — and breeding grounds for all kinds of animals — faster than ever....
Indian meteorologists trying to develop more precise forecasts of critical monsoon rains
India's agricultural sector, which employs about half of the country's population, depends on the annual monsoon rains for its very existence. Without it, the crops won't grow, people won't eat, won't have money -- won't survive....
In wake of Isaac, La. farmers faced with heavy losses, uncertainty of rebuilding
Hurricane Isaac was no match for New Orleans' newly reinforced flood control system. But outside the flood walls and pumping systems, Louisiana suffered. For one farmer in Plaquemines Parish, the rising waters killed 400 of his 500 cattle....
Drought causes rash of forest fires in Spain as budget cuts limit firefighting resourcs
Spain has seen tens of thousands of acres of forests burned by fires this summer -- a problem made worse by the lack of rain and budget cuts that have cut into the resources the country can afford to put toward fire prevention and suppression....
Hurricane Isaac approaches Louisiana coast
With winds of at least 75 mph, expected to climb slightly higher, Hurricane Isaac was prepared to hit the Gulf Coast of the United States, especially Louisiana. While the winds are relatively light, forecasters are worried the slow-moving storm will dump a lot of rain on top of an area that's already quite soggy....
As Tropical Storm Isaac strengthens, New Orleans prepares for test of multi-billion dollar levee
Tropical Storm Isaac got stronger Monday afternoon, nearly reaching hurricane status. The National Hurricane Center predicts the storm will have 100 mph winds when it comes ashore near New Orleans Tuesday or Wednesday. A rebuilt levee system, costing some $14.5 billion, will meet it....
Researcher says rising corn prices could spark global food riots
The United States is the largest producer of one of the most world's important crops: corn. We use it to feed people, livestock and, when it's turned into ethanol, cars. But as the country faces the worst drought in more than 50 years, some experts say the U.S. can no longer afford to turn that food into fuel....
Drought could force Americans to rethink water use
The water system in the United States generally works so well that for many, it's invisible. The pipes lay hidden beneath the ground and when Americans turn on their faucets, the water flows at little cost. But as the U.S. experiences the worst drought in more than 50 years, perhaps it's time to conserve water....Experts say effects of U.S. drought likely to ripple across the globe
The effect of this summer's drought in the United States may well be felt around the world soon. That's because the U.S. is the world's biggest corn exporter. As harvests fall and prices rise, many of world's poor will feel the squeeze....
New York firm does record business painting lawns from brown to green
In the wake of hot temperatures and little rain that has been the hallmark of this summer in the United States, America's lawns have largely turned brown. But a New York company has a solution: paint....
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