- There’s a lot to unpack behind the fires raging through Los Angeles County. But right now, efforts to contain the blaze continue as people evacuate, animals seek refuge, and firefighters work around the clock. Our friends at Earthrise Studio said it right; “When crisis hits, community answers.” If you’re looking for ways to support the Los Angeles community right now, Earthrise has aggregated a few on Instagram.
- Wildfires have become more frequent and devastating, affecting communities, economies, and ecosystems worldwide. In a hot, dry world, it makes sense that forests are more flammable. Wetter wets and drier drys can increasingly lead to hydroclimate volatility—or climate ‘whiplash’—with profound implications for flooding and, yes, wildfires. Learn more at Bio4Climate about how wildfires have changed over the last 10 years, and what pieces of the puzzle policy solutions tend to miss.
- The World Meteorological Organization officially announced on Friday that 2024 was, globally, the hottest year on record. Little surprise there; we know we live on a warming world. That’s why we need to work with nature to mitigate the damage; plants and healthy ecosystems play a pivotal role in cooling the Earth. Learn more about how #NatureCools at Bio4Climate.