climate crisis

Scientists say climate change is unequivocally linked to the intensity, scale and frequency of natural disasters, such as heatwaves, wildfires, floods, tropical storms and hurricanes, all contributing to global humanitarian emergencies, including those in New York and New Jersey. Firefighters, police and operation teams are the first to assess these extreme weather situations, making instant decisions and lifesaving calls to action....

Changes in weather patterns are disrupting our communities and the world around us. Chasing Our Climate: On the Frontlines is a 30-minute Earth Month documentary featuring tri-state climate warriors behind the rescue missions of devastating wildfire and flash flooding emergencies. NBC New York’s Linda Gaudino reports.

Millions of Millennials and Gen Z feel anxiety, dread, or grief about the accelerating effects of climate change. However, there are tools which might help you cope with those difficult emotions.

Choosing to move away from climate threats is known as “managed retreat,” but the name often draws negative reactions. How will communities react when it becomes clear that staying put is no longer an option?

Climate change is defined as the long-term shifts in weather patterns and temperature. Look at how a rise in sea levels could change popular sites in New York and New Jersey.

Human impacts on our environment are affecting our communities on a hyperlocal level. New York and New Jersey residents are taking action by reversing negative influences and restoring natural solutions attached to our shoreline. NBC 4’s Linda Gaudino brings the new digital-first special report Chasing Our Climate.