Doug McIntyre and Dave Calloway discuss how climate change is creating a financial crisis in the insurance industry. Due to increasingly destructive climate events, insurers are unable to afford coverage, leading to companies going bankrupt. Initially, this issue was prominent in Florida with hurricanes, but it has now spread to states like Iowa, where tornadoes…
According to a new paper released by the military, civil wars caused by climate change are entirely possible. As global warming increases, more and more people will be displaced as their cities will no longer be habitable. This increase in refugees will likely cause territory disputes, especially in certain countries. Watch to learn more.
Doug McIntyre and Dave Callaway discuss the increasing frequency and simultaneous occurrence of extreme weather events. McIntyre notes that while summer is typically bad for weather, the situation is worsening even before hurricane season begins. Callaway reflects on how, four or five years ago, extreme weather events like heat domes, wildfires, and tornadoes would make…
Doug McIntyre and Dave Callaway discuss the alarming increase in extreme weather in the U.S. Miami recently hit 112 degrees, and there have been hailstorms with baseball-sized hail. Notably, these events are occurring in May, highlighting the early onset of severe weather typically seen in summer.
Doug McIntyre and Dave Callaway discuss whether the tipping point for climate change has been surpassed. Callaway believes it has, noting that climate conditions are worsening rapidly. He cites Phoenix’s 54 days over 110 degrees last year, which resulted in 660 deaths. Callaway warns that the number of heat-related illnesses and deaths in the U.S….
Last month, carbon dioxide levels reached an all-time high worldwide. What does this say about climate change? Global warming is accelerating due to human activity, and there isn’t much being done to control it. Watch to learn more.
The Midwest region of the United States was recently been hit with a number of massive tornadoes. What has been causing all these destructive storms? It has a lot to do with rising heat due to climate change. Watch to learn more.
There’s a temperature maximum at which the human body can’t generate sweat anymore to cool themselves off. Some cities are reaching this temperature and are becoming inhabitable.
Maryland residents are shocked after the tornado they experienced last night, which caused extensive tree damage and power outages. This is a significant indicator of climate change, as tornado disasters are highly unlikely for the east coast. Watch to learn more.
What caused the disastrous landslide last week in New Guinea? This event was more than likely a prolonged side effect of global warming. Watch to learn how rising temperatures can lead to landslides.
If you live in these three states, watch out for deadly hailstorms this summer. As the heat continues to rise in the central states, we can expect to see more dangerous hailstorms this summer. Watch to learn how this could affect your property, insurance rates and safety.
The number of heat advisories in the United States this year is already high, and it’s about to rise some more. As we head into summer (that’s right, it’s only May), we can expect to see more days with temperatures above 110 degrees than we have in past years – it’s already happening in some…
To avoid some of 2024’s deadliest hurricanes (and sharp increases in insurance rates), stay out of these six states. According to Accuweather, the United States will see more harsh storms this year. The states the will get the worst of it include Florida, the Carolinas, Georgia, Louisiana, Alabama and Mississippi.
To avoid a potential heat-related death this summer, stay away from these three states. New Mexico, Arizona and Western Texas are projected to have the highest temperatures this summer, according to the National Weather Service. Don’t take this warning lightly, as Phoenix alone had 600 heat-related deaths last summer.
Private insurers are no longer offering home insurance in parts of Florida. Why? It all has to do with the increase of disastrous weather due to climate change. Watch to learn more.
Why are more and more hurricanes coming to the United States? Most hurricanes form near Western Africa before making their way over to the U.S. However, the increase can be attributed to rising temperatures in the Atlantic Ocean – the perfect hurricane fuel.
What cost insurance companies $3.5 Billion last year? In 2023, Texas had 1100 hail storms, which resulted in numerous damages to people’s homes and cars. This could happen again this year since Texas is the hailstorm capital of the United States, so make sure to take precautions.
What caused 600 deaths in Phoenix, Arizona last year? The answer is heat stroke. The temperature hit 110 degrees Fahrenheit 54 days out of the year, and those who were homeless or worked outdoors were the majority who suffered.
Over the last 20 years, 4 people have been killed by hail storms. With the increase of large hail storms in states like Texas, this number could potentially go up. However, the billions of dollars of damage done to homes, cars, and crops is almost certain.
Private insurers are no longer offering home insurance in Louisiana. Why? It all has to do with the increase of disastrous weather due to climate change. Watch to learn more.
Don’t go outside at all this summer if you live in Phoenix, Arizona. Why? Last year, 54 days of extreme heat resulted in 600 deaths – and it’s projected to happen again. Watch to learn more.