Climate

Pakistan to observe doubling in high-end flood risk by 2040

Pakistan to observe doubling in high-end flood risk by 2040

Global warming is expected to unleash more rain, exposing millions of more people to river flooding particularly in the United States and parts of Asia, Africa and central Europe, researchers said Wednesday Pakistan to observe doubling in high-end flood risk by 2040 The study in the journal Science Advances calculates how much more flood protection will be needed to keep the risks of high-end floods constant in the next 25 years. Unless actions are taken…

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Animals of the Desert (with Photos)

Animals of the Desert (with Photos)

Desert animals have evolved to handle the desert’s heat and lack of water. They have adapted their bodies and behaviors to the desert climate. Most can survive on small amounts of water and many get all of their water from their food. Some drink maybe once a week and travel considerable distances to find isolated waterholes and springs. Large animals seek shade during the hottest part of the day. Some animals dig a hollow depression…

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