While the exact role of climate change in Hurricane Helene is not known, scientists say it likely increased rainfall in some areas.
The recent devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, which unleashed unprecedented flooding across several Appalachian states, has served as a reminder of the region's vulnerability to extreme weather in the era of climate change.Hendersonville, North Carolina, along with other mountain communities, faced immense damage as floodwaters tore through roads, wiped out communications and inundated homes with mud and debris.
The AP reported that Jim Smith, a hydrologist at Princeton University, said that a warmer atmosphere can hold more water, fueling intense rainstorms. He added that Appalachia's mountainous terrain further complicates how climate change interacts with local weather patterns.
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