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The Conversation: 2023’s extreme storms, heat and wildfires broke records — a scientist explains how global warming fuels climate disasters

THE CONVERSATION — The year 2023 was marked by extraordinary heat, wildfires and weather disasters. In the U.S., an unprecedented heat wave gripped much of Texas and the Southwest with highs well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit for the entire month of July. Historic rainfall in April flooded Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with 25 inches of rain in 24 […]

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Lewiston, Auburn issue flood evacuation orders for areas of the cities

City officials issued flood evacuation orders Tuesday afternoon for sections of Auburn and Lewiston due to an expected “record level” of the Androscoggin River on Wednesday. Evacuees and their pets from both cities are being housed overnight at the Ramada hotel at 490 Pleasant St. in Lewiston. Residents must have identification and a crate for […]