"For the first time in 20 to 30 years, we decided to try to plant some corn. It was not a good decision."
Many believe climate change is a divisive issue. Polling data tell a different story. The majority of people in the country believe that climate change is happening and a majority say they are worried for the future. But experts say real change won't happen until those beliefs are more closely tied to personal impact.
As cities prepare for the effects of extreme heat as a result of climate change, experts recommend focusing on adding green space and paying greater attention to vulnerable populations.
Extreme heat like many of us experienced this summer is not just uncomfortable. It's dangerous. It can cause serious health problems, especially for vulnerable groups like the elderly, children, and people who have to work outdoors. Scientists say more of us will live with it, more often, by 2050. See what you can do to stay safe.
How much hotter will it get where you live? Type in your zip code to find out
How will climate change impact your health, safety, and property? The impacts are different city to city and even neighborhood to neighborhood. Look up the risk where you live for wind, wildfire, flooding and extreme temperatures in our new interactive tool.
