Extreme weather in 2023 due to climate change

This article summarises events in 2023 associated with extreme weather linked to climate change. 25 Apr 2023. World’s ice melting five times faster than in the 90s Polar ice is melting at an unprecedented rate and accounts for a quarter of all sea level rise, researchers say. “Ice losses from Greenland and Antarctica have rapidly… Continue reading Extreme weather in 2023 due to climate change

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2011 Australian floods

Brisbane in 2011 Queensland Floods

Devastating floods affected large regions of Queensland, New South Wales and Victoria in January 2011. In Queensland, 22 people were killed and nine were still missing as at 24 January 2011.[1] The Australian federal Treasurer Wayne Swan has predicted the economic cost of the disaster will be the highest in Australia’s history. Impacts Queensland Victoria… Continue reading 2011 Australian floods

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Safety Bulletin – Floods and household solar panels

Solar array, Knoxfield house

IMPORTANT: Even if your utility company has cut the power to your property, your solar power system still has the potential to give you a lethal electric shock if it has been affected by a flood. Although the fire and rescue services will assist during a flood, it is recommended that you follow the steps below… Continue reading Safety Bulletin – Floods and household solar panels

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