One pastor's mission to prepare his community for climate change
Release Date: 05/29/2023
After a flood, some manufactured home residents sometimes have nowhere safe to rebuild
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Zoning restrictions can prevent new manufactured home parks from opening in safer locations, forcing disaster survivors to return to flood-prone areas. Learn more at
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Hot weather linked to workplace injuries, even indoors
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Researchers found that the risk grows when the heat index exceeds 85 degrees Fahrenheit and increases sharply at higher temperatures. Learn more at
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Churches could become cooling centers during heat waves
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A Duke University program is training rural faith leaders to educate residents and provide relief during heat waves. Learn more at
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A pro soccer star's struggle highlights youth sports risks
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Young people often lack the medical resources available to professional athletes when heat and smoke create hazardous conditions. Learn more at
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Incarcerated people swelter in scorching Texas prisons
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More than half of people incarcerated in the state’s prisons sleep in areas without air conditioning. Learn more at
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Young athletes face growing risks from extreme heat
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An expert says schools can protect players by adjusting practices, training coaches, and encouraging athletes to speak up about symptoms. Learn more at
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Meet an educator-turned-climate advocate
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Jonathan Klein began pushing for climate action in schools after attending a protest with his daughter. Learn more at
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Oceans have gotten about 34% more acidic since before the Industrial Revolution
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Ocean acidification makes it harder for corals to grow and for oysters and clams to create shells. Learn more at
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Cover crops help make soils healthy
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Growing crops like rye and clover between harvests gives the soil better defenses against extreme weather. Learn more at
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Proper maintenance can help trees withstand hurricanes
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Planting the right tree species in the right spots is also important. Learn more at
info_outlineHurricanes have caused destructive flooding at Rev. Gerald Godette’s North Carolina churches. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/