Numerous occurrences of torrential downpours have wreaked havoc at different ends of the Earth since the beginning of September, leading to major flooding and dozens of deaths. According to AccuWeather forecasters, more flooding downpours are ahead for millions around the world into next week. The flood events, stemming from many storms striking in recent days in Brazil, southern Europe, eastern Asia and the western United States, have all bore in common the same thing: a quick onset of heavy ra
Mongabay seeks to raise interest in and appreciation of wild lands and wildlife, while examining the impact of emerging trends in climate, technology, economics,and finance on conservation and development.