Signal: Europe 20th century

Changing structure of European precipitation: Longer wet periods leading to more abundant rainfalls

by on 12. Apr, 2011 in

Analysis of the duration of wet spells (consequent days with significant precipitation) in Europe and associated precipitation is performed over the period 1950–2008 using daily rain gauge data. During the last 60 years wet periods have become longer over most of Europe by about 15–20%. The lengthening of wet periods was not caused by an [...]

AlbanianFlood

Fingerprint of human influence found in exteme rains and flooding

by on 16. Feb, 2011 in Uncategorized

..two studies in this week’s Nature conclude that climate warming is already causing extreme weather events that affect the lives of millions. The research directly links rising greenhouse-gas levels with the growing intensity of rain and snow in the Northern Hemisphere, and the increased risk of flooding in the United Kingdom. Insurers will take note, [...]

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Heavy rain more frequent for Europe, wet spells longer

by on 08. Feb, 2011 in Uncategorized

Analysis of the duration of wet spells (consequent days with significant precipitation) in Europe and associated precipitation is performed over the period 1950–2008 using daily rain gauge data. During the last 60 years wet periods have become longer over most of Europe by about 15–20%. The lengthening of wet periods was not caused by an [...]