If the rapid ice melt in Antarctica is any indication, we’re in deep trouble. According to NASA, the complete melting of a major section of west Antarctica’s ice sheets is unstoppable and could lead to higher end-of-century global sea levels than previously anticipated. Higher sea levels mean coastal cities are in for some serious flooding. […]
Extreme storms are no doubt becoming more frequent, but on Monday, a freak torrential rainstorm hit the prized Mediterranean island of Sardinia, indicating that “apocalyptic” weather is here to stay. That downpour flooded the island with its usually crystal-clear waters, swept away cars, downed bridges and killed at least 17 people. The island, usually a desired […]
