Polar Vortex's End Is Near, Forecasters Say, Promising A Strong Warmup
By Saturday, the National Weather Service says, the central Plains area will see temperatures in the low 60s — nearly 20-25 degrees above normal.
Environment
Why Peter Stark's 'Frozen Alive' Story Still Resonates More Than 20 Years Later
NPR's Ari Shapiro talks with author and historian Peter Stark about his second-person narrative "Frozen Alive" in Outside Magazine which deals explicitly with hypothermia's physiological effects.
Here's How PG&E's Bankruptcy Might Hurt California's Ambitious Climate Goals
PG&E is key to helping California meet its ambitious goal of zero carbon electricity by mid-century. Now there's concern that the utility's bankruptcy may set that back.
Tesla's Challenge: Leaving Behind The Lap Of Luxury
Tesla is finally turning a profit selling premium electric cars. But CEO Elon Musk doesn't want to make money just selling luxury cars to the world's elite. He's still aiming for the masses.
Winter Storms To Heat Waves, How Better Climate Data Can Make Us More Prepared
Scientists are getting more and better data on our changing climate. Now, there's a push to use it to help people cope with the extremes we know are coming.
Will PG&E's Bankruptcy Hurt California's Ambitious Energy Efficiency Goals?
There is concern that California's climate goals could suffer a set back because of PG&E's bankruptcy filing. The utility is key to helping the state's grid become 100 percent carbon free.
Medical Effects Of Extreme Cold: Why It Hurts And How To Stay Safe
Frostbite can nip ears in just a few minutes in the sort of temperatures many Americans are facing this week. Pull that hat down and curb the drinking; alcohol can impair your judgment of temperature.
Federal Judge Blasts PG&E's Commitment To California Wildfire Safety
In unusually frank language, the judge said he fears the potential for more fires in 2019 if the utility company does not take drastic action.
Thai Officials Close Schools As Toxic Air Pollution Chokes Bangkok
Fine particulate matter floating through the murky haze that hangs over the city has reached harmful levels, leading the government to shutter more than 400 public schools.
Why Is It So *&%# Cold? Come Warm Up In The Answer Vortex
The polar vortex has brought air so incredibly cold it may set low-temperature records. Will it ever be warm again?