Does Global Warming Increase the Intensity of Atmospheric Natural Disasters?
Jacqueline Porter-Clinton
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Rationale
In the seminar "The Science of Natural Disasters" we will discuss the science of some of the most prevalent and/or catastrophic natural disasters. Climate changes, global warming and rising sea level appear to have serious adverse impacts on human and animal life on our planet and are the cause of great concern. The effect of global warming on weather patterns is frequently blamed for an apparent increase in intensity of weather - related disasters such as windstorms and hurricanes, among others. The responsible climate changes result from natural and human factors.
The information learned in this seminar will educate me in the areas of climate- related natural disasters that I will explore in this unit:
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- Extreme temperature highs - heat waves
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- Storms, including windstorms, dust storms, hurricanes, etc.
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- High levels of precipitation, and associated flooding in some regions
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- Lack of precipitation, and associated drought in other regions.
There is evidence supporting and arguing against linking climate change (that links to man) and extreme weather conditions. After learning about the above natural disaster, the students will choose a disaster and read different views. The students will take a stance and write a persuasive essay to convince others to their way of thinking.
The activities in this unit will prepare the students for the Science and Writing portion of the CAPT.
