New research from UC scientists links intensifying wet and dry swings to the atmosphere's sponge-like ability to drop and ...

Southern California is facing fierce fires fueled by the Santa Ana winds, which threaten homes and put firefighters to the ...

A new report suggests that climate change-induced factors, like reduced rainfall, primed conditions for the Palisades and ...

Rapid swings from intensely wet conditions to extreme dryness are becoming more common, according to a new study. Scientists ...

Climate change has brought both fiercer rains and deeper droughts, leaving the city with brush like kindling—and the ...

Hydroclimate whiplash is a term to refer to rapid weather shifts between very wet and intensely dry, and this phenomenon is increasing around the world ... | Earth And The Environment ...

Katie Meddins examines the Palisades Wildfires, highlighting how climate change is driving their increasing intensity and frequency. She explores the scientific factors behind these devastating fires ...

Hotter air holds more moisture, which means that rainfall can be heavier, or increased evaporation can exacerbate droughts.

If you grew up in Southern California, you don’t need a weatherperson to know which way the Santa Ana winds blow.

Key themes for the 2025 symposium, "California's Changing Landscapes," include: Climate and Weather: Understanding the changing climate, impacts on rangelands and potential solutions for adaptation.