40 trillion gallons of rain from Hurricane Helene and other storms cause severe flooding, over 100 fatalities, and spark climate change discussions in the southeastern US.

Hurricane Helene and other storms have unleashed an unprecedented 40 trillion gallons of rain on the southeastern U.S., resulting in catastrophic flooding and over 100 fatalities. This extraordinary amount of rainfall, attributed partly to climate change, surpasses the combined storage of key reservoirs. Experts note that climate change increases moisture in the air, intensifying storm impacts. The situation has prompted debate on the extent of climate change's role in these extreme weather events.

September 30, 2024
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