At some point in the middle of an argument—or any other high-stress situation—something short-circuits. You know the feeling: you stop being able to think, listen, or speak calmly. Your body takes ...

" It sounds almost reassuring, as if saying something only happens once every half century gives you plenty of time to prepare. The reality is far more unsettling. Climate scientists, civil engineers, ...

Michigan rivers are seeing major flooding as already high water levels are expected to rise from continuing rain and snowmelt. Flash flood warnings, flood warnings, watches and advisories all in ...

As large floods occur more frequently worldwide, many wonder what led to such devastating events. Greenhouse gas emissions from human activities, improper land management and forest removal increase ...

HOUSTON — Ten years after the devastating Tax Day floods left people scrambling for safety, new research is revealing flood risks many Houstonians may not even realize they have. Researchers at Rice ...