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THE GROWING TREND OF LAST CHANCE TOURISM
From melting glaciers and shrinking coral reefs to vanishing wildlife habitats, this form of tourism is driven by a sense of urgency to witness natural wonders before they're lost. While it raises awareness about climate impacts, last chance tourism can also exacerbate environmental degradation, adding pressure to already vulnerable ecosystems. As the effects of climate change become more visible, this trend is gaining momentum, reflecting both the allure and consequences of visiting these endangered places.
CORN SWEAT HEATS UP MIDWEST
Unusually strong midsummer ridges of high atmospheric pressure are bringing extremely high temperatures to the Midwest and mid-Atlantic states, fueled by humidity from the Gulf of Mexico and a phenomenon called “corn sweat.” While not always produced by corn, corn sweat is the product of crops like corn and soybeans releasing humidity in high temperatures. Other consequences of corn sweat are higher dew points, elevated nighttime temperatures, and elevated heat risk to individuals and animals outdoors.
ATLANTIC HURRICANE SEASON QUIETS
Amid earlier warnings of an above-normal hurricane season, the Atlantic has experienced an unexpected period of calm in recent weeks. This lull follows warnings of extremely an active Atlantic hurricane activity, with up to 25 named storms predicted for the year. To date, there have been five named storms.However, Experts caution that it's too early to assume the threat has passed, as the Atlantic hurricane season spans from June 1 to November 30.
CLIMATE IMPACT OF CANADA'S WILDFIRES
A study released in the Journal of Nature reports that the 2023 Canadian wildfires were the fourth largest producers of carbon emissions for the year, coming in only being China, the United States, and India. High temperatures fueled the worst wildfire season the country had ever seen, burning an area roughly the size of Florida.
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