Imagine a desert known for its endless sand dunes and scorching heat suddenly experiencing flooding. This is exactly what happened in the Sahara Desert, the world’s largest hot desert, recently. For the first time in 50 years, the Sahara witnessed a rare flood, turning its arid landscape into a scene dotted with water bodies. Let’s…
Mount Adams, Washington’s largest volcano, has recently shown a surge in seismic activity after remaining largely dormant for thousands of years. In response to this development, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) is stepping up its monitoring efforts to assess the potential for an eruption. About Mount Adams Location: Washington State, United States Height: 12,277 feet…
In a significant move toward ecological preservation, the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has proposed a draft notification to designate the area surrounding the Gir Wildlife Sanctuary as an Eco-Sensitive Zone (ESZ). While the intent is to bolster conservation efforts for the Asiatic lion and the region’s rich biodiversity, this proposal has…
Introduction: As global climate challenges mount, India emerges as a beacon of sustainable food practices. A recent report by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) highlights India’s unique food habits, particularly its high vegetarian population, and underscores the potential global benefits of adopting similar dietary patterns. The Findings: According to the 2024 Living Planet Report, approximately…
The WMO State of the Global Climate 2023 report highlights critical changes in global hydrological conditions, with the year marking the hottest temperatures on record. Driven by the transition from La Niña to El Niño and the positive phase of the Indian Ocean Dipole, 2023 experienced severe droughts, flooding, and significant fluctuations in river discharge…
Hurricane Milton has rapidly strengthened into a potentially catastrophic Category 5 storm as it continues its path toward Florida, causing widespread concern and prompting evacuation orders across the state. With maximum sustained winds of 180 mph, the storm is now one of the strongest hurricanes to form in the Gulf of Mexico in decades, surpassing…
