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An Off Day on Uranus, a Wildfire in Prospect Park and Dispatches from COP29
Nov 18, 2024
Wildfires in Brooklyn are linked to national drought conditions, highlighting urgent environmental issues. Excitingly, there's a notable decline in sexually transmitted infections for the first time in two decades. Plus, longtime mysteries of Uranus are unravelled—data shows its moons might not be inactive after all. Discussions from COP29 reveal both controversies and hopes for increased climate finance. Lastly, the podcast tackles the growing threat of plastic waste with potential solutions on the horizon.
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- Drought conditions are exacerbating wildfire risks in unexpected areas like Brooklyn, reflecting a broader trend impacting numerous regions across the U.S.
- Recent federal data reveals a decrease in early-stage syphilis and gonorrhea cases, highlighting a potential positive shift in public health, yet emphasizing congenital syphilis concerns.
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Impact of Drought on Wildfires
Drought conditions across the U.S. have contributed to an alarming rise in wildfires, extending even to unexpected regions like Brooklyn's Prospect Park. Since October 1st, New Jersey alone has experienced more than 500 fires, while Massachusetts reported a 1,200 percent increase in brush fires during the same timeframe. Approximately 149 million people are currently affected by drought, particularly in the Northeast, where a lack of rainfall has exacerbated the situation. Despite some areas like Louisiana and the Ohio River Valley seeing improvements, parts of the Northeast may continue experiencing warmer and drier conditions in the foreseeable future.
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