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Clallam County's Comprehensive Plan is under scrutiny as public concerns about climate vulnerability and economic impacts spark a heated debate—what changes are coming next?

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Clallam County continues Comprehensive Plan hearing after hours of public testimony
After several hours of public testimony on climate vulnerability, data-center language and critical-area coordination, the board continued the county Comprehensive Plan public hearing to Dec. 8 and scheduled a Nov. 23 work session for detailed edits.
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November 11, 2026 at 8:10 AM
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Ukiah is gearing up for a crucial safety element update, aiming for a comprehensive draft by March 2027 to tackle climate vulnerabilities and evacuation routes!

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Ukiah planning staff kicks off safety-element update, targets March 2027 reviewable draft
Planning manager Catherine Schaeffers told the commission the safety-element update is triggered by the housing element and a county hazard mitigation plan; the draft timeline targets a March 2027 reviewable document and a coordinated July 2027 adoption, with three required analyses including a climate vulnerability assessment and evacuation studies.
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October 30, 2026 at 7:03 PM
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The City is gearing up to unlock up to $14.5 million in grants for a transformative renovation of Newhall Park, targeting areas in need of revitalization!

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City to seek up to $8.5M (state) and up to $6M (federal) for Newhall Park improvements
Staff recommended authorizing applications for up to $8.5 million through the Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Grant Program and up to $6 million through the Federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (50% local match required) to renovate Newhall Park.
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October 28, 2026 at 4:43 AM
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Clallam County's planning board is shaking things up by revising crucial policies, including a surprising change on bed-and-breakfast regulations and updates to climate assessments—what does this mean for the future?

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Board continues comprehensive-plan hearing; staff to add climate-methodology addendum and revise several policy sections
Planning staff recommended edits to the draft comprehensive plan after public testimony, including removing a ban on 'satellite bedrooms' for bed-and-breakfasts, preparing an addendum to the Climate Vulnerability Assessment to reflect updated IPCC methodology, and refining policies on ecosystems, data centers, ADUs and displacement risk.
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October 21, 2026 at 1:19 PM
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A fierce debate is unfolding in Clallam County as residents challenge the county’s climate vulnerability assessment, claiming it relies on outdated science that could threaten property rights.

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Residents spar with county over climate vulnerability assessment and ‘best available science’
Public commenters at the Oct. 13 hearing sharply criticized the county's climate vulnerability assessment as using extreme scenarios and warned it could limit property rights; staff and supporters said the climate element is a required part of the update and that following best available science is appropriate.
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October 15, 2026 at 8:36 PM
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Montgomery Township is set to transform its future with a $50,000 grant aimed at integrating health and climate considerations into its master plan—find out how this could change the community!

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Consultant presents 2026 master-plan reexamination, highlights $50,000 Plan for Health grant
Consultant Tara Kenyon of Kenyon Planning presented the 2026 periodic reexamination of Montgomery Township’s master plan, noting a $50,000 Plan for Health New Jersey grant to update the land-use element and prepare a climate vulnerability assessment required by municipal land-use law.
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October 13, 2026 at 11:26 PM
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Corpus Christi has moved to drought stage 1 restrictions, but officials warn that the drought is far from over—are you prepared for the impact?

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Corpus Christi water official says supplies improved but drought remains; city stays in Stage 1 restrictions
Corpus Christi Water reported combined reservoir capacity above 40%, allowing a move to drought stage 1, but warned drought conditions persist and that surface-water dependence leaves supplies vulnerable to weather and El Niño uncertainty.
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September 21, 2026 at 10:31 AM
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Council Member Gabbard warns that a mere $1.16 rate increase won't cut it in the fight against St. Petersburg's escalating flooding crisis.

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Council Member Gabbard Opposes Modest Stormwater Rate Increase Amid Flooding Concerns
Gabbard votes against stormwater rate hike, urging more aggressive action for flood prevention.
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August 15, 2025 at 6:44 PM
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Punta Gorda residents are demanding immediate action as repeated flooding devastates local businesses, leaving owners frustrated and desperate for effective solutions.

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Business Owner Demands Flood Mitigation After Severe Storm Damage in Downtown
Creative Window Treatments owner calls for urgent flood protection following repeated flooding incidents.
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March 15, 2025 at 8:47 PM
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Hydropower: can it hold up against climate change?

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Hydropower: can it hold up against climate change?
Recent droughts in Colombia and Ecuador have severely hampered energy supplied by hydropower. Can the cheap, low-carbon renewable still thrive in an increasingly hot and dry world?
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April 26, 2024 at 1:06 PM
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Northern Economics unveils a groundbreaking methodology to assess the resilience of West Coast fishing communities, addressing vital social and environmental challenges they face.

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Advisors review draft framework to measure resilience of West Coast fishing communities
Northern Economics presented a draft community‑resilience evaluation methodology to a Pacific Fishery Management Council advisory body, emphasizing a vulnerability framing (exposure, sensitivity, adaptive capacity), gaps in data and indicators, and tradeoffs in selecting a case study for testing the tool.
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June 8, 2026 at 9:15 PM
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Tumwater is gearing up for a groundbreaking climate vulnerability assessment, tackling threats from extreme heat to wildfires with support from King County and NOAA!

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Tumwater seeks King County, NOAA technical assistance for climate vulnerability assessment; committee forwards agreement
City staff recommended a technical services agreement with King County and NOAA to produce a Tumwater-specific climate vulnerability assessment and adaptation plan; committee voted to forward the item to the Dec. 2 council consent agenda. City match and grant-timing details were discussed.
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November 26, 2025 at 4:33 AM
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Anacortes is taking bold steps to combat climate change by developing a Climate Vulnerability Index that assesses community risks and promotes resilience for all citizens.

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Anacortes develops comprehensive Climate Vulnerability Index to assess local risks
Anacortes creates Climate Vulnerability Index to evaluate community resilience against climate impacts
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March 28, 2025 at 4:20 AM
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Despite minimal global emissions, Pakistan remains highly climate-vulnerable—driving its active engagement in global climate dialogue and clean energy initiatives.
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Clean Energy at the Center of Global Climate Action - Stratheia
Pakistan reaffirms its clean energy commitment, linking climate action, air quality, and sustainable development on International Day of Clean Energy.
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February 1, 2026 at 2:00 AM
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Pakistan highlighted how floods, glacial melt, and geography make it one of the most climate-vulnerable countries despite contributing under 1% of global emissions.
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COP 30 Summit and Climate Finance - Stratheia
COP30 highlights climate finance, clean hydrogen, and Pakistan’s role in advocating climate justice for vulnerable developing nations.
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January 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM
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41 Million Americans Are Vulnerable to Extreme Floods, a New Study Finds https://www.citylab.com/environment/2018/03/new-report-says-fema-badly-underestimates-flood-risk/554627/?utm_source=twb @misaacstein @citylab
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Bloomberg - Are you a robot?
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November 25, 2024 at 5:15 PM
Pakistan and Bahamas join push for global pact to phase out fossil fuels

https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/dec/18/pakistan-bahamas-fossil-fuel-climate-change

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December 18, 2024 at 1:21 PM
The most expensive US property for sale is a mere $295m – and likely to flood

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December 3, 2024 at 12:24 PM
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More than 100,000 homes in England could be built in highest-risk flood zones
Exclusive: Analysis suggests development in flood regions result of Labour push for 1.5m new homes in five years
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February 8, 2025 at 10:58 PM
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My discussion of climate justice with David Rutledge on the Philsopher's zone

‘Natural Disasters and Climate Justice’, ABC Radio National, The Philosopher’s Zone.

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'Natural' disasters and climate justice - ABC listen
To call the effects of a fire, flood or cyclone these days a 'natural' disaster only tells part of the story, as climate change makes us realise that vulnerability to harm is often the result of facto...
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May 28, 2026 at 2:24 AM
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11. #climatechange #biodiversity #birds #climatescience #climatevulnerability #northamerica #artists #conservationstatus #populationrecovery #science #climatecrisis #climateemergency #climateadaptation #biodiversityloss #dawnchorus 🧵⬆️
March 30, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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[8/8] Les oasis du Sahel sont un laboratoire des limites planétaires. Ils montrent comment sécheresse, vents, pression démographique et instabilité économique recomposent l’habitabilité. Elles éclairent les défis des marges arides à l’ère de l’Anthropocène.
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Mahamat Ali, of SOS Sahel, inspects a barrier of palm fronds designed to secure sand dunes that threaten to swamp the oasis of Nokou in Kanem province
November 25, 2025 at 7:52 AM