extreme weather

The federal government is spending another $15.3 million to improve climate projections of extreme weather. That’s to help communities in the Mountain West and beyond prepare for future disasters brought on by climate change.

As heatwaves and wildfires scorch parts of the West, a new survey shows most Americans have recent experiences with extreme weather. It also reveals they now support policy changes to address the risk. But the more forceful the policy, the less the support.

The federal government is spending $7 million to improve climate projections years – and decades – in advance. That’s to help communities and industries better plan for the effects of climate change.

A new report shows the federal government is paying billions of dollars to farmers who are losing crops to extreme weather – and the payouts keep growing.

Heavy rain caused problems at the annual art gathering, leading to driving bans and travel restrictions. Organizers asked attendees to 'conserve food, water, and fuel, and shelter in a warm, safe space.'

Hurricane Hilary is expected to deliver heavy rain, strong winds and potential flooding to Northern Nevada this weekend and early next week.

A new study finds that mountain regions will get more extreme rain because of climate change, raising the risk of hazards like floods and landslides.

As the summer months approach, new polling data shows that many voters are worried about the effects of extreme heat.

Extreme heat is one of the leading causes of weather-related illness and death in the U.S. A new federal project will help pinpoint its impact in four cities, including two in the Mountain West.

Polling data shows that many voters of color in the Mountain West were influenced by climate change more than the electorate at large during the 2022 midterm elections.