In contrast to other parts of the United States, Arkansas has not seen a significant increase in temperature over the last 50–100 years. In fact, some parts of the state have cooled. However, the state does receive more annual rainfall and more frequent downpours than other states. Over the next few decades, Arkansas is expected to warm, experiencing an increased severity of flooding and droughts. It is also expected to suffer more storm damage, reduced agricultural yields, and harm to livestock.[1][2] Arkansas might also have to contend with a heightened risk of heat-related illnesses.[1] In addition, there has been an increase in the number of tornadoes observed in the central United States, including Arkansas.[3]
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This article incorporates public domain material from What Climate Change Means for Arkansas (PDF). United States Environmental Protection Agency. August 2016.
- ^ Rddad, Youssef (2019-05-22). "Officials warn of potentially historic flooding as Arkansas River swells". Arkansas Online. Retrieved 2019-06-01.
- ^ Adler, Eric; Bauer, Laura; Vockrodt, Steve (May 26, 2019). "'Here we go again': Is latest spate of tornadoes a new normal in Missouri and Kansas?". The Kansas City Star.
