Hurricane Milton is expected to cause over $100 billion in insurance claims, creating even more challenges for Florida homeowners in obtaining insurance. On top of that, the cost to the public and government is projected to exceed an additional $50 billion, adding to the financial strain on taxpayers and the state. Much of the damage […]
Tag Archives: extreme weather events
Climate Change’s Impact on Florida Insurance
Posted in Business, Environment, Global Warming, Government, Science
Also tagged climate change, flood insurance, insurance
Comments closed
Raindrops Are Increasing in Size Due to Climate Change
By Daniel Brouse October 1, 2024 There is growing evidence that raindrops are increasing in size due to climate change and rising temperatures. Several studies suggest that global warming is influencing precipitation patterns, including the size and intensity of raindrops. Here’s a summary of the key points: 1. Increased Water Vapor in the Atmosphere Warmer […]
Posted in Business, Energy, Environment, Global Warming, Science
Also tagged climate change, violent rain
Comments closed
Violent Rain: Helene Update
By Daniel Brouse September 30, 2024 If you’re wondering why rain-related severe weather events are becoming more frequent and intense, it’s due to climate change. Rising temperatures increase the amount of humidity in the atmosphere, as warmer air holds more moisture. The Clausius-Clapeyron equation shows that for every 1°C (1.8°F) increase in temperature, the air […]
Posted in Business, Energy, Environment, Global Warming, Science
Also tagged climate change, violent rain
Comments closed
Understanding Straight-Line Winds and Climate Change
By Daniel Brouse May 18, 2024 Weather Like the Deadly Houston Windstorm Is Being Fueled in Part by Climate Change Scientists have detected an increase since the 1980s in what are known as straight-line winds, and climate change is playing a significant role. These winds, which are often associated with severe thunderstorms, can reach speeds […]
Posted in Agriculture, Environment, Global Warming, health and wellness, Science, weather
Also tagged climate change
Comments closed
Kenya’s Frequency and Intensity of Extreme Weather
By Daniel Brouse Kenya’s first-ever cyclone, Cyclone Kenneth, made landfall in April 2019, bringing heavy rainfall and strong winds to parts of eastern Africa, including Kenya. While Kenya is not typically in the path of cyclones, the occurrence of Cyclone Kenneth was attributed to changing climate patterns in the Indian Ocean, which allowed the cyclone […]
Extreme Weather and Violent Rain
by Daniel Brouse Between April 1 and 4, Southeastern Pennsylvania experienced another severe weather event attributed to atmospheric rivers and strong winds. Rainfall accumulation exceeded 3 inches, accompanied by wind gusts ranging from 35 to 45 mph. Tragically, two individuals lost their lives in unrelated incidents, one in Montgomery County and the other in Delaware […]
Posted in Agriculture, Environment, Global Warming, Science, weather
Also tagged atmospheric rivers, climate change, violent rain
Comments closed
Climate Change and Homeowners’ Insurance
by Daniel Brouse A significant factor contributing to both increased costs and decreased availability of homeowners insurance is climate change. The surge in insurance costs is primarily driven by the unprecedented number of climate-related disasters. States like California, Louisiana, and Florida now heavily rely on government aid to manage the financial burdens associated with residential […]
Posted in Business, Energy, Environment, Global Warming, Government, health and wellness, Science
Also tagged climate change, flood insurance
Comments closed
Climate Change, Inflation, and You
Currently, a major contributor to inflation is the surge in homeowners’ insurance costs, propelled by the unprecedented number of climate disasters in 2023. California, Louisiana, and Florida are now dependent on government assistance to manage the financial burden of residential property insurance. Flood insurance will become expensive and difficult to obtain. NOAA: A historic year […]
Posted in Business, Energy, Environment, Global Warming, health and wellness, Science
Also tagged flood insurance, flooding, Government, real estate, rising sea level, Science, weather climate change
Comments closed
Climate Change Today
By Daniel Brouse March 23, 2024 We are aware that the average temperature increased by 1.2°C by 2022. Subsequently, the annual average temperature exceeded 1.5°C for the first time in January 2024. There is a substantial likelihood that if humans persist in emitting greenhouse gases at the current rate, the temperature will rise by 4°C […]
Posted in Business, Energy, Environment, Global Warming, Science
Also tagged climate change
Comments closed
Coral Reefs’ Tipping Point
by Daniel Brouse February 14, 2024 Coral reefs confront unprecedented challenges arising from various stressors, many of which are directly tied to human activities. Some of these stressors possess critical tipping points, surpassing which can lead to the collapse of coral ecosystems. According to the European Geosciences Union’s statement on January 2, 2024, specific tipping […]
Posted in Energy, Environment, Global Warming, Science, weather
Also tagged climate change, feedback loops, rising sea level, tipping cascades, tipping points
Comments closed