Climate In Crisis Coverage

Iceland serves as a role model to other countries for renewable energy
Iceland is famous for its breathtaking waterfalls. Saturday we visited the Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss waterfalls. The powerful waterfalls are fed by melting glaciers.

Iceland a role model for other nations in harnessing their natural resources
The powerful waterfalls are fed by melting glaciers. Almost all of Iceland's glaciers are receding. Climate scientists predict glaciers here will largely vanish in the next 100-200 years.

Scientists: Climate change contributing to problems at the Outer Banks
Scientists say headlines of houses being eaten by the Atlantic ocean and roads blocked by sand and surf could become more common due to climate change.

Weathering the storm: Homes collapsing on Outer Banks a reminder of NC coast's uncertain future
The state has long championed its coastline for its natural beauty and scenic views, but between factors like rising sea levels, hurricanes and erosion, the environment is a valid concern for people trying to build a life there.

Another Outer Banks house collapses; sea level rise due to climate change likely to make problems worse
As the Outer Banks experiences beach erosion, rip currents and overwash, which closed a segment of N.C. Highway 12 on Tuesday, another seaside house has collapsed.

Report: Warmer temperatures could double the risk of tropical cyclones globally by 2050
Warming temperatures on a global scale could double the risk of intense tropical cyclones in the next 28 years, according to a new study.

On Earth Day, a look at how temperatures in the Triangle, NC and US have changed since 1970
We need to implement ways to mitigate climate change and do it quickly, because we are running out of time.

On Earth Day, a look at how much warmer our temperatures are
Since 1970, average temperatures are 3.5 degrees warmer in the Raleigh-Durham area, a whole degree higher than the average in North Carolina.

Research shows climate change added fuel to the 2020 hurricane season, the most active on record
New research published in the journal of Nature Communications finds that 3-hour tropical rainfall totals were up to 10% higher when compared to tropical systems that took place in the pre-industrial era. And 3-day rainfall totals were up to 5% higher. When looking specifically at hurricane-strength systems, 3-hour rainfall totals were up to 11% higher compared to the pre-industrial era and 3-day rainfall totals were up to 8 percent higher.

Climate in crisis: A look at potential solutions with Zach Maloch and Al Roker
WRAL meterologist Zach Maloch speaks with NBC's Al Roker about possible solutions to the climate challenges brought on by severe weather.

Rising sea level could impact North Carolina's coastline
North Carolina's coastline could start to shrink, putting some of our state's history in jeopardy of disappearing.

Drought plaguing western U.S. farmers, wildlife
Forecasters said previous rain and snowfall throughout the winter have created a false sense of security.

New data shows spring warming nationwide
At or above normal temperatures are expected over the next several days. While many of us welcome these signs of spring, it's a clear indication of climate change in progress.

Scientists warn wildfires will intensify, become more common
A recent study released by the United Nations says that in the coming decades, wildfires will intensify and become more commonplace.

Rising sea level could have costly impact at North Carolina coast
A new report projects the U.S. sea level will rise as much in the next 30 years, as it did in the past 100 years.

Some real snow finally in the forecast for the Olympic athletes in Beijing
The athletes certainly steal the show at the Olympics with their world-class talent, but if you look past the snowy slopes, moguls, and half pipes you won't see much snow. Where is the snow?

New study finds world's glaciers made up of 20% less ice than originally thought
A recent discovery has positive and negative ramifications for the world's coastal cities and surrounding bodies of water.

Raleigh, Durham warming: Data shows cities have several urban heat islands
Originally it was believed that the difference in the hottest and coolest parts of the cities of Raleigh and Durham varied by 6 degrees. However, the data collection reveals that it is actually a wider margin

Climate change threatening over 25K archaeological sites
According to experts, increasing temperatures dry out waterlogged soil, reducing its ability to preserve organic materials like wood, leather or textiles.