How Is the Climate Crisis Affecting New Mexico?

What is New Mexico commonly known as?

• Land of Enchantment

• Land of Deserts

• Land of UFOs

• Land of Mountains

How has the average temperature in New Mexico changed since the 1970s?

• Increased by about 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit

• Decreased by about 2.7 degrees Fahrenheit

• Remained the same

• Increased by about 5 degrees Fahrenheit

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What are the main factors contributing to the increase in wildfires in New Mexico?

• Higher temperatures and droughts

• Increased rainfall

• More vegetation

• Less human activity

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Draw & label the three main ways that climate change is affecting New Mexico

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Describe the impact of climate change on water security in New Mexico.

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Explain how climate change is affecting agriculture in New Mexico.

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Discuss the potential risks of extreme heat in New Mexico.

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