Climate change is more than just a buzzword; is transforming landscapes around the world, and North America is no exception. As weather extremes become more frequent, the impact on ecosystems and human infrastructure can no longer be ignored.

Extreme weather -- severe droughts in the American Southwest and Mexico, along with more intense wet years in the Northeast -- are the modern norm, according to new research from The Ohio State University. The analysis also suggests that these seasonal patterns will become even more severe in the future. (Rodielon Putol, more at earth.com)