Posted on 09/07/2016 11:50:07 AM PDT by PROCON
WASHINGTON (AP) Man-made climate change about doubled the chances for the type of heavy downpours that caused devastating Louisiana floods last month, a new federal study finds.
Using two different sets of measurements and computer model runs simulating thousands of years, scientists found a clear sign of global warming in the rain that triggered the flooding that killed at least 13 people, damaged 150,000 homes and cost at least $8.7 billion. More than 26 inches of rain fell in one week, with nearly a foot in just one day, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.
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I know it will be a major adjustment but the people of Louisiana are going to have to get used rain from now on. The Great Louisiana Desert may even turn into swamps some day.
Global warming causes both high and low Great Lake levels.
Global Warming wakes me up in the morning and puts me to sleep at night.
Your sarcasm becomes you :-)
Lead with your strengths I always say. lol
Global Warming on Free Republic here, here and here
All of those so-called scientists should burn their diplomas.
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