Many cities experiencing fewer freezing nights
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A recent study by Climate Central found 204 locations across the U.S. that are experiencing fewer freezing nights compared to 1970. Here are the positive and negative impacts of that change.
Breakdown
- 204 US locations have seen a drop in annual freezing nights since 1970. 8s
- Cities like Las Vegas, Phoenix, and New Orleans now rarely experience freezing nights. 24s
- Winter is warming fastest, leading to fewer freezing nights and associated health risks. 31s
- Reduced freezing nights can lower heating costs but may harm winter recreation economies and ecosystems. 55s
- By 2050, 23 states could see three to four fewer weeks of freezing days if warming continues. 1m 12s