AUSTIN (KXAN) — Heavy downpours are becoming more intense in the United States as climate change supercharges the water cycle, leading to an increase in rainfall rates. Rainfall rates are a ...

Click the downloadable graphic: Hourly Rainfall Intensity 1970 to 2024 This Climate Matters analysis is based on open-access data from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). See ...

AccuWeather data analysis shows that the rate of intense rainfall has increased over the last couple decades leading to increased potential of extreme flooding in areas prone to high rain events.

CHICOPEE, Mass. (WWLP) – Wednesday had a dry start to the day but some showers are moving through, and western Mass. residents did see some rain earlier this week. Warmer air is capable of holding ...