A timely study in Nature Reviews Earth & Environment describes these kinds of rapid swings as "hydroclimate whiplash," providing evidence that it is increasing globally. "The evidence shows that ...

Right now, the effects of hydroclimate whiplash are on full display in Southern California, which has experiened lengthy periods of drought, followed by deluges of water from atmospheric rivers in ...

Rapid swings from intensely wet conditions to extreme dryness are becoming more common, according to a new study. Scientists call it ‘hydroclimate whiplash,’ and it can lead to devastating ...

Hydroclimate whiplash -- the rapid shift between wet and dry conditions -- likely contributed to the severity of the wildfires burning in Southern California, according to experts.

Their analysis also showed regional patterns of hydroclimate whiplash, with certain areas experiencing much stronger increases than others. The study also predicts the largest increases to occur ...

Skinner sat down with us to talk about hydroclimate volatility. The interview has been edited for length and clarity. Q: How does hydroclimate whiplash work, and why is it accelerating? A: It helps to ...

Climate change is driving “ hydroclimate whiplash,” wild swings between wet and dry weather. After years of drought, L.A. saw record-breaking rain in 2022 and 2023.

Hydroclimate whiplash -- the rapid shift between wet and dry conditions -- likely contributed to the severity of the wildfires burning in Southern California, according to experts.