Earth Newslink: Hurricanes And Climate Change: What We Know 🌍

Climate change intersects with hurricanes by increasing storm rainfall, intensity, and surge

A warming atmosphere causes more evaporation, meaning more water is available for precipitation. For every 1°F increase in temperature, the atmosphere can hold around 4 percent more water vapor, which leads to heavier rain and increases the risk of flooding of rivers and streams.

Full article in Climate Central: http://www.climatecentral.org/gallery/graphics/hurricanes-and-climate-change-what-we-know