People who have lived through floods, heat waves, or other climate-related disasters are significantly more likely to view climate change as a very serious threat, according to new research from the University of Amsterdam,

Southern California’s first significant storm of the season hit the region Tuesday with measurable rain and gusty winds that triggered evacuation orders and warnings for areas along burn scars. As rain poured over the Southland,

Authorities in Colorado have reported rockslides, mudslides and flooding along several highways in southwest and south-central Colorado due to heavy rains.

Research on charcoal pieces from ancient debris flows has shown fires and erosion have shaped Earth’s landscape for at least thousands of years. However, the rising risk of wildfires near populated areas and the potential for increasingly intense downpours mean a greater risk of damaging and potentially deadly debris flows.

The first snow since spring is forecast for some across the western U.S., while others can expect a dose of heavy rain and flooding.

A rare October storm pummeled Southern California with several inches of rain, swelling rivers and causing many freeway accidents.

Deep mudslides and flash flooding hit Southern California Thursday after drenching thunderstorms fed by the moisture of former Eastern Pacific Tropical Storm Mario spread over the region.

The big berry manzanita is a poignant reminder of resilience amid California’s extreme weather cycles. The native shrub is highly adapted to wildfire, spreading seeds and rapidly regenerating after burning.

Research on charcoal pieces from ancient debris flows has shown fires and erosion have shaped Earth’s landscape for at least thousands of years. However, the rising risk of wildfires near populated areas and the potential for increasingly intense downpours mean a greater risk of damaging and potentially deadly debris flows.