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Survey Finds 88% Of US Voters Favor Employer Heat Protections
Data for Progress found 61% of voters believe extreme weather events became more frequent. 88% of participants favor policies requiring employers to provide heat protections.
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5.5-Magnitude Earthquake Kills Five in Peru Andes Region Saturday
A 5.5-magnitude quake hit Peru's Andes region Saturday, killing at least five people. More than 20 people sustained injuries while 300 residents were displaced due to structural failures in adobe buildings.
Des Moines Ends Mosquito Program As Iowa Surveillance Records Decade Lows
Des Moines discontinued mosquito spraying and monitoring due to budget concerns as trap counts hit decade lows. Flooding may increase populations soon, but paused program will not track the rebound or test viruses.
Bureau of Reclamation Projects Lake Mead Water Levels to Drop by 2028
Bureau of Reclamation released projections Wednesday showing Lake Mead dropping to 1,009.69 feet by June 2028. Forecasts set the stage for reduced water allocations to Arizona and Nevada as current rules expire this year.
Responders Free Juvenile Humpback Whale From Crab Pots Near Juneau Alaska
Response team freed juvenile humpback whale from crab pots near Juneau Alaska May 11. Biologists made four cuts during over 5 hour operation while Coast Guard directed traffic.
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Announces Houston Toad Sighting After 50 Years
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced a male Houston toad sighting on private property in Bastrop County. Biologists released approximately 170,000 eggs at the site as part of a reintroduction strategy.
150,000 Florida Farmworkers Confront Heat Risks Under State Law Limits
150,000 Florida farmworkers confront risks from extreme heat and pesticides while state laws prevent local safety measures. Jeannie Economos says dehydration impairs organs and workers sometimes wear diapers.
National Interagency Fire Center Sets Preparedness Level 4 For U.S. Wildfires
The National Interagency Fire Center set the national preparedness level to 4 by late June 2026. Nearly 17,000 personnel are deployed across more than a dozen states as burn area exceeds 5,600 square miles.
Andersons Renewables Proposes Carbon Capture Project in Clymers, Indiana.
Andersons Renewables proposed injecting carbon dioxide underground at an ethanol plant in Clymers, Indiana. Residents were asked to accept $150 yearly for allowing a carbon sink under properties.
South Bow Settles Claims with $26.9 Million Penalty for Kansas Oil Spill
South Bow agreed to pay $26.9 million and fund safety upgrades for 2022 Keystone Pipeline spill claims in Kansas. The proposed consent decree requires court approval after a 30-day public comment period.
Volcano Fire Scorches 75 Acres In Unincorporated Murrieta On Tuesday
The Volcano Fire broke out around 2:52 p.m. on Tuesday near Via Volcano and Tenaja Road in unincorporated Murrieta. CAL FIRE reports the blaze scorched 75 acres and remained 0% contained on Tuesday afternoon.
Zeldin Has Not Released Formal MAHA Agenda
Administrator Lee Zeldin has not released a formal agenda for the Make America Healthy Again initiative. A spokesperson says work is active.
Seven States Initiate Legal Action Against Trump Administration
Seven states initiated legal action against the Trump Administration. Polling indicated that 70 percent of respondents opposed the energy decisions.
Department of Health Finds No Link to Seneca Meadows
The New York State Department of Health released a report finding elevated lung cancer rates near the Seneca Meadows landfill. The report notes smoking is known to cause approximately 80 percent of lung cancer cases.
Yellowstone National Park Implements Daily Fishing Closures on Rivers
Yellowstone National Park implemented daily fishing closures on rivers due to warm water. National Park Service says closures remain in effect until conditions improve.
Trump Administration Plans to Dismantle the Federal Disaster System
The Trump administration is proceeding with plans to dismantle the federal disaster management system. Deaths and injuries rose by 20 percent while accidents grew from 83 to 131 in 2025.
Saharan Dust Plume Arrives Across Florida This Weekend
FOX Forecast Center forecasts hazy conditions across Florida this weekend. The U.S. Virgin Islands Department warns residents about extreme temperatures and dust.
Columbia Journalism School Announces Oakes Award Finalist
Inside Climate News' Planet China series received Oakes Award finalist status. Judges praised the reporting as a trailblazing contribution to environmental journalism.
Specialty Farmers Modify Harvest Schedules During 2026 Heat
Large heat dome across United States in July 2026 led farmers to modify schedules. Federal programs remain complex for smaller specialty farmers often leaving them without coverage.
Aspen Acres Fire Remains 15 Percent Contained
The Aspen Acres fire burned 93,600 acres and destroyed approximately 260 homes near Colorado City. Officials confirm the fire stays 15 percent contained while thousands of residents have evacuated several communities.
City Officials Issue Code Red Alert Following Fireworks
Officials issued Code Red Alert after fireworks spiked levels to 6.7 times pre-fireworks. Sensors recorded unhealthy conditions during the event as air drifted.
Lake Powell Stands At Lowest Level Since 1965
Lake Powell held roughly 23 percent capacity in June 2024. Seven states failed to reach a consensus on water conservation plans.
McKinsey Global Institute Publishes Report on Climate Adaptation
The McKinsey Global Institute published a report assessing climate adaptation needs. Report shows heat adaptation costs exceed those for flooding.
Heat Wave Buckles Interstate 97 in Baltimore
Extreme temperatures caused Interstate 97 to buckle and close near Baltimore. State departments advised motorists about further heat damage on city streets.