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UNICEF appeals for over US$2 million in response to Hurricane Felix

UNICEF appeals for over US$2 million in response to Hurricane Felix

   UNICEF calls on the donor community to provide US$2.085 million to cover basic emergency needs for children and women affected by Hurricane Felix, a category five storm that hit Nicaragua's North Atlantic Autonomous Region on 4 September.

Posted : Sat, Sep 15, 2007

Category : Science / Environment News

Global warming increases wind shear and future hurricane activity

Global warming increases wind shear and future hurricane activity

   Climate model simulations for the 21st century indicate a robust increase in wind shear in the tropical Atlantic due to global warming, which may inhibit hurricane development and intensification. Historically, increased wind shear has been associated with reduced hurricane activity and intensity.

Posted : Wed, Apr 18, 2007

Category : Science / Environment News
 
 
 
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