Tag: winter storm
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DW News Explains: Cold Weather Events Do Not Disprove Global Climate Change
Recent cold waves across the US have led some to question the validity of climate change, citing the harsh weather as evidence against global warming. However, DW News explains that weather and climate are distinct concepts and that extreme weather events, including intense cold spells, are consistent with the expectations of a warming planet. The…
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Engineer Details Challenges and Design Principles of Mountain Road Construction | Wall Street Journal
In a recent video presentation, an experienced structural engineer discusses the complexities involved in designing mountain roads, highlighting the challenges such as the high costs due to the need for blasting rock, the importance of managing steep inclines, and the necessity of creating safe driving conditions through careful planning of grades and alignments. The engineer…