Hurricanes and Climate Change Effects

The video discusses the simultaneous occurrence of high-impact weather disasters in the U.S., such as wildfires and hurricanes, and their intensification due to climate change. It highlights the timing of hurricane and fire seasons, with a focus on Hurricane Ida's rapid intensification as a case study. The impact of climate change on hurricane strength and the increase in fire weather days and smoke waves are explored. The video concludes with a call to stay informed and prepared for these climate challenges.

What are the two major disasters discussed in the introduction that are intensified by climate change?

• Droughts and landslides

• Earthquakes and floods

• Wildfires and hurricanes

• Tornadoes and tsunamis

When is the peak of the hurricane season typically reached?

• November 1st

• September 10th

• August 15th

• October 5th

What is the term used to describe the rapid increase in a hurricane's intensity?

• Swift amplification

• Quick surge

• Rapid intensification

• Sudden escalation

According to the MIT study, how often could hurricanes undergo rapid intensification by 2100 if carbon emissions are not curbed?

• Once every 50 years

• Once every 100 years

• Once every 20 years

• Once every 5 to 10 years

How does climate change affect the intensity of hurricanes?

• It has no effect on hurricanes

• It makes hurricanes stronger and intensifies them more rapidly

• It decreases the number of hurricanes

• It increases the number of hurricanes

What is the main change in hurricane characteristics due to climate change?

• Hurricanes are becoming shorter in duration

• A higher percentage of hurricanes reach category three or higher

• Hurricanes are becoming less frequent

• More hurricanes are forming

What has increased in California due to climate change, as discussed in the final section?

• Humidity levels

• Snowfall

• Fire weather days

• Rainy days

What term is used to describe consecutive days of poor air quality due to smoke?

• Smoke wave

• Smoke surge

• Smoke front

• Smoke storm

What is one of the consequences of increased fire weather days in California?

• More smoke wave days

• Lower temperatures

• Higher humidity

• Increased rainfall

What is a significant factor contributing to the increase in fire weather days?

• Increased snowfall

• Drier fuels and higher temperatures

• Lower wind speeds

• Higher rainfall