Earth Forum of Howard County

Are There Links Between

Weather Extremes and Climate Change?

with

Dr. Wayne Higgins

Director, Climate Prediction Center

National Weather Service, NOAA

             Tornados in Maryland, drought in the West, and hurricanes on the Gulf Coast !!!  What is happening? In his highly informative, illustrated presentation, Dr. Higgins will explain why  we are seeing so many weather extremes and how scientists can accurately predict climate  change decades ahead. He will also explain important differences and connections between weather and climate, as well as the differences between natural climate variability and human-induced climate change.

                The afternoon will include nutritious, freshly prepared refreshments, information tables to view and interesting people to meet.

At 3:30 – 4:30 PM, Emphasis/Action group discussions will be held. Dr. Higgins will lead “Weather Q & A’s”. Other groups from which to choose include: “Congregations Caring for the Earth” with George Fisher, and “Organic Vegetable Gardening”  with Master Gardener Jerry Kissel.

            The Earth Forum is free and open to all. E-mail the Forum at earthforum@firstpreshc.org, or call the church office at 410-730-3545. For information or directions, use www.earthforumhc.org