Climate How climate change is powering more intense hurricanes NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with climate reporter Rachel Waldholz about the ways in which climate change is supercharging hurricanes, including Helene and Milton. Rachel Waldholz
Politics How FEMA tries to combat rumors and conspiracy theories about Milton and Helene The emergency management agency has long tried to respond to rumors that might delay recovery efforts. But a former FEMA official says the current information environment has never been so bad. Huo Jingnan
Climate They came to Asheville looking for a 'climate haven.' Then came Hurricane Helene When Mary Ann Roser and her husband moved to Asheville four months ago they introduced themselves to neighbors as “climate refugees from Austin.” After Helene, she has thoughts on “climate havens." Julia Simon
Environment Climate change made Helene more dangerous. It also makes similar storms more likely Researchers found that Hurricane Helene was stronger, rainier, and significantly more likely because of climate change. The U.S. can expect more such storms in the future as warming continues. Alejandra Borunda Rachel Waldholz
World Azerbaijan’s human-rights record is under fire as it prepares to host UN climate talks Azerbaijan has carried out an “escalating crackdown” on government critics and activists over the past two years, according to Human Rights Watch and Freedom Now. Michael Copley
Environment Hurricane preparedness: Expert guidance on flooding, power outages and more The Atlantic hurricane season isn't over yet. Get ahead of the next storm with these emergency preparedness tips to protect you, your family and your home. Life Kit
Climate How to follow the latest local updates on Hurricane Milton As of Tuesday morning, Hurricane Milton was just over 500 miles southwest of Tampa, Fla, and expected to make landfall late Wednesday night. The NPR Network Emily Alfin Johnson
Environment Are hurricanes getting worse? Here’s what you need to know Climate change hasn't increased the total number of hurricanes hitting the U.S., but it is making dangerous storms more common. Rachel Waldholz Alyson Hurt
Climate As the climate changes, inland areas face increase flood risk NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Antonia Sebastian, professor of environmental science at UNC Chapel Hill, about the flood risk facing inland communities as hurricanes become more intense. Scott Detrow
Climate Climate scientist spent his career warning about extreme weather. Then he lived it Even in a traditionally safe Republican district in Wisconsin, the issue of abortion rights is highlighted, reflecting a larger national debate that is happening about access to abortion this year. Lauren Sommer