Miami Division: Heat

This summer is causing us all to believe in global warming just a little bit more than we did before. The heat being felt across America has been causing problem for many of us. Our air conditioners are working harder and we are working slower. Of particular concern are the fires in the west caused in part by the dry conditions this year. Many areas have gone from drought to wild fires extremely quickly. The fires are moving quickly and have been extremely difficult for fire authorities to contain. The evening news is often showing large parcels of land and homes in flames, often with the residents leaving with very little of their possessions. It appears that the world climate is shifting so we will have to adapt to the new norm. Contrary to the wild fires along the coast states we are seeing flooding and tornadoes in the mid west. Truly these are interesting times that are going to need a new response to these increased threats.