Overdevelopment in flood-prone areas and inadequate mapping from the Federal Emergency Management Agency likely contributed to the tragedy that unfolded in central Texas July 4, when sudden flooding ...

As the world watches with horror the aftermath of the July 4 Texas floods—121 dead, 160 missing, and thousands displaced—Filipinos cannot afford to look away. This is not just a distant American ...

While FEMA has improved the accuracy and accessibility of the maps over time with better data, digital tools and community ...

Weather prediction systems provide critical information about dangerous storms, deadly heat waves and potential droughts, ...

Weather prediction systems provide critical information about dangerous storms, deadly heatwaves and potential droughts, ...

Cities and counties can strengthen their defenses — even on tight budgets — with smarter maps, stronger codes and regional ...

This guide equips journalists with the tools and resources to report on conflicts over land and its resources, such as water ...

In theory, the maps enable homeowners, businesses and local officials to understand their flood risk and take appropriate ...

Plant hardiness zones are shifting northward nationwide as the country continues to warm, affecting farmers, gardeners and ...

As cities, farmers and businesses plan for an uncertain future, researchers are attempting to determine how much weather ...

The tiny island nation Tuvalu may be underwater by 2050 due to climate change and rising sea levels. Amanda Coffee paid it a ...