Viewer Spotlight: Explaining the relationship between climate change and extreme weather

The video addresses viewer feedback on climate change coverage by Scripps News. It explains the scientific consensus on human-caused climate change and its impact on weather events. The video clarifies that while climate change intensifies storms, not every storm is directly caused by it. Scripps News aims to provide factual reporting without sensationalism and encourages viewers to share their thoughts via a hotline.

What was a common concern among viewers regarding the news coverage of tornadoes and hurricanes?

• The use of technical jargon

• The absence of climate change discussions

• The focus on international events

• The lack of detailed weather forecasts

According to Scripps News, why is every storm not reported as a result of climate change?

• Because the science does not support that every storm is caused by climate change

• Because climate change is not scientifically proven

• Because viewers are not interested in climate change

• Because storms are not affected by climate change

What is the scientific consensus on human-caused climate change according to Scripps News?

• It has no impact on weather

• It is a significant factor affecting weather patterns

• It is a hoax

• It is a minor issue

How does climate change affect hurricanes, according to the video?

• It has no effect on hurricanes

• It leads to rapid intensification due to warmer sea temperatures

• It causes them to dissipate quickly

• It decreases their frequency

What is one of the major impacts of climate change on the environment as discussed in the video?

• Reduction in global temperatures

• Stabilization of sea levels

• Increased severity of storms and flooding

• Decrease in atmospheric heat retention