Rising sea levels are already affecting coastal communities, exacerbating high tide events like this "king tide" in Mill Valley, Calif. A new study shows researchers may be underestimating how many people will be affected globally. Josh Edelson/AFP via Ge... See more
As the climate heats up, sea levels are already rising around the planet. Scientific research shows that millions of people live in areas facing inundation, but now, a new study finds those numbers have been vastly underestimated. As many as 132 million m... See more
The Trump administration is undertaking the biggest overhaul of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in a generation. President Trump has been a vocal critic of the disaster response agency and, shortly after taking office, he appointed a 12-per... See more
A MARTÍNEZ, HOST: 2025 was one of the hottest years on record according to both federal and international scientists. That means the planet is on the brink of a crucial climate change threshold. Here's NPR's Lauren Sommer. LAUREN SOMMER, BYLINE: Officiall... See more
After the heavy toll of the Los Angeles fires, California regulators are moving ahead with rules to limit or clear vegetation within five feet of homes, a zone where flammable materials pose a risk to houses. Apu Gomes/Getty Images North America hide capt... See more
