Some people prepare for climate change with survival training
Release Date: 06/20/2022
Newark’s Ironbound neighborhood fights for clean air
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The largely immigrant area is surrounded by pollution sources. Learn more at
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Delivery company turns to ebikes in Manhattan
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The company is saving money and cutting carbon pollution. Learn more at
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Extreme drought cuts into Montana rancher’s profits
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Summers in the state are expected to keep getting hotter and drier on average. Learn more at
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Some cities reimburse residents for the costs of rain gardens or cisterns
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But the programs can be difficult for low-income households to access. Learn more at
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What if we named and ranked heat waves like hurricanes?
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A California bill proposes to do just that. Learn more at
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Wildfires could release radioactive particles from nuclear sites
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And global warming is making wildfires more frequent and intense. Learn more at
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Bill would provide relief to farmworkers in drought-stricken California
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Thousands of farmworkers have lost jobs in a recent severe drought. Learn more at
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When a coworker collapsed, this lifeguard knew exactly what to do
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An Indiana lifeguard wants all lifeguards to receive thorough training on responding to heat-related illnesses. Learn more at
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Smokey Bear still wants you to prevent accidental wildfires
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Global warming has made unplanned fires even more dangerous. Learn more at
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Violence increases in hot weather. “Cease-fire” days could help
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During cease-fire events, community members call for a pause in violent conflicts. Learn more at
info_outlineThe Mountain Scout Survival school teaches primitive survival skills and urban emergency preparedness courses. Learn more at https://www.yaleclimateconnections.org/