Summary
California is no stranger to extreme weather. It typically comes in the form of severe drought and wildfires, but a new study suggests the Golden State should also be preparing for a mega storm it hasn't seen the likes of since 1862. UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain joined Stephanie Sy to discuss how the potential storm could flood parts of the state with 30 days of continuous rain. For a transcript of this story, click here .Five Facts
- Who is interviewed for this piece, and what is his background?
- Where and when might a "mega storm" hit the west coast, according to this story?
- Why is such a storm more likely now than in the past?
- How do warmer temperatures lead to more severe storms?
- What are some ways scientists are urging preparation for such a storm?
Focus Questions
According to this story, how can droughts contribute to heavy flooding when it rains? How does this show that separate consequences of climate change can impact each other's severity? Media literacy: Why is this story about "mega storms" coming out now? What led to the reporting?For More
What students can do: Imagine a community that had experienced drought for a long period was suddenly hit by a major storm. What are some ways that community could help lessen the impact of flooding? How could people, property and the environment be protected Make a list of ideas, then watch the 2019 story, The radical approach these communities have taken to flood mitigation for more ideas on how to mitigate flood damage.Watch : On Sept. 7, 2022, NewsHour aired the following story about how the record-setting heat wave is pushing the California electric grid to the brink.
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