Wildfires Used to Be Helpful. How Did They Get So Hellish?
Fires are supposed to reset ecosystems, paving the way for new growth. But human meddling and climate change have turned them into monsters......»»
Zimbabwe"s climate action plan: A win for the environment, health and energy
The dumping of billions of tons of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere yearly is already having a devastating impact around the world. This includes widespread flooding and droughts, raging wildfires, heat waves and record t.....»»
Study finds education about domestic abuse improves knowledge and motivation to respond to victims
Education about domestic abuse equips and empowers friends, colleagues, and neighbors to respond in positive and helpful ways when someone discloses experiences of abuse, finds a new study by researchers from UCL and SafeLives......»»
Helping or hindering? US scientists debate how to save giant sequoias
When ferocious wildfires tore through California's prized giant sequoia forests, they killed towering trees that have lived there for thousands of years—and perhaps changed the nature of the groves forever......»»
Burying Power Lines Prevents Wildfires. But There’s a Cost
Investigators are eying the Lahaina wildfire as yet another deadly blaze started by electrical equipment. Putting lines underground would help—at a steep cost......»»
AirTag helps police track down another car thief
Police in Nashville were able to use an AirTag to help track down a stolen vehicle.Apple AirTag with key FOBApple's item tracker has only been around for a couple of years, but it has already proven to be incredibly helpful. It has helped track down.....»»
North America"s summer of wildfire smoke highlights an emerging air quality trend
Canada's seemingly endless wildfires in 2023 introduced millions of people across North America to the health hazards of wildfire smoke. While Western states have contended with smoky fire seasons for years, the air quality alerts across the U.S. Mid.....»»
Migrant workers facing the dangers of wildfires need support, say researchers
Wildfires continue to burn across Canada, destroying hundreds of structures and displacing thousands of people. However, while many have been able to evacuate and receive help, migrant workers have been coping with the effects of the fires with relat.....»»
Greek summer wildfires will burn over 150,000 hectares: PM
Devastating wildfires in Greece will ravage more than 150,000 hectares (370,600 acres) by the end of the summer, Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis estimated Thursday, blaming the climate crisis for the disaster......»»
Climate change boosts risk of extreme wildfires 25%: study
Climate change has sharply boosted the risk of fast-spreading wildfires, according to a Californian study published Wednesday that offers lessons for prevention after recent disasters in Canada, Greece and Hawaii......»»
In what has become tradition, Google has leaked the Pixel 8 Pro
Someone at Google either had a bad day or is just following tradition, as yet again an unannounced Pixel phone has been leaked by Google itself."A person takes a call on a Pixel 8 Pro phone in Porcelain," says Google's helpful alt textIt's an inadver.....»»
Is the new OWASP API Top 10 helpful to defenders?
The OWASP Foundation’s Top Ten lists have helped defenders focus their efforts with respect to specific technologies and the OWASP API (Application Programming Interface) Security Top 10 2023 is no exception. First drafted five years ago and update.....»»
To tackle wildfires, researchers in Europe team up with frontline forces
The EU is seeking to limit growing threats from blazes through the use of satellites, artificial intelligence and unmanned aerial vehicles......»»
Native American knowledge, and now AI, can teach us to build wildfire resilience
For centuries, Native American tribes used cultural and controlled burns to nurture healthy ecosystems. These deliberate, low-intensity fires helped maintain ecological balance in the region by reducing the risk of catastrophic wildfires, promoting b.....»»
ChromeOS M116 Beta Arrives with New Updates
The new version carries several much-welcome updates, which ChromeOS users will no doubt find helpful. The post ChromeOS M116 Beta Arrives with New Updates appeared first on Phandroid. If you’re using a ChromeOS-powered device, then.....»»
Lessons from Maui wildfires: Build channels of communication before firewalls
The deadly wildfires that consumed the town of Lahaina on the island of Maui have shocked and horrified people around the world, and raised questions about how they could happen in a state known for its lush beauty......»»
Can AC protect against wildfire smoke?
As climate change increases the severity and frequency of wildfires in North America, experts say many Americans are at risk of experiencing one in their lifetime. But even more may be affected by the unhealthy air quality from the smoke the fires pr.....»»
This Brutal Summer in 10 Alarming Maps and Graphs
From the Maui wildfires to ultrahigh ocean temperatures, climate change is leaving its devastating mark on the Earth. It’s but a taste of the pain to come......»»
"The risk is real": UK fire service preps for wildfires
At a military training site in Surrey, southeast England, a small team of firefighters blast the surrounding heathland with water as they practice tackling a different kind of enemy: climate change......»»
Maui conspiracy theories are spreading on social media. Why this always happens after a disaster
A slew of viral conspiracy videos on social media have made baseless claims that the Maui wildfires were started intentionally as part of a land grab, highlighting how quickly misinformation spreads after a disaster......»»
Wildfires continue to rage in Greece, as seen by satellite
A month after fires ravaged the island of Rhodes in July 2023, more fires have ripped through Greece this week as southern Europe swelters under a late summer heat wave. This Copernicus Sentinel-2 image shows the ongoing blaze near Alexandroupoli in.....»»