The Virginia Climate Center at George Mason University. Read the First Virginia Climate Assessment: https://xitter.cf/t.co/Fr0iNiYh6Q
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Virginia Climate Center retweeted
🌎 This #FacultyFriday, we’re highlighting James Kinter of @GeorgeMasonU director of the @VirginiaClimate Center and COLA.
He's helping lead George Mason’s role in climate research as Virginia’s new State Climate Office takes shape. 📰 bit.ly/3Vz3VJO #ClimateResilience
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
#GeorgeMasonResearch Virginia Establishes New State Climate Office at George Mason University shorturl.at/OOWcX @VirginiaClimate
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
Best of Mason Speakers🎙️
Jim Kinter is one of our most-requested speakers for 2025-26. 🎉As a member of @VirginiaClimate's leadership team, Kinter brings clarity and urgency to conversations about the environment, climate change, and Virginia’s future.
🔗:masonspeakers.gmu.edu/speake…
ALT The graphic promotes the most-requested speakers for the Mason Speakers Bureau from 2025-26. It includes the Mason Speakers logo, a photo of Jim Kinter, a third-place ribbon, and the following text: 2026 Best of Mason Speakers: Jim Kinter.
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
How can climate science help Virginia communities address extreme heat, flooding, and air pollution?
In Luis Ortiz’s CLIM 759 course, graduate students use climate models to evaluate real-world solutions and support more resilient neighborhoods.
🔗 science.gmu.edu/news/course-…
ALT Assistant Professor Luis Ortiz presents a slide about vegetation and climate impacts to students seated around a conference table during his Micrometeorological Modeling class.
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
#GeorgeMasonResearch How ‘citizen scientists’ collect data on extreme heat for George Mason University youtube.com/watch?v=7JIbEuaj… @VirginiaClimate #heat #climate
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
#GeorgeMasonResearch The Faith Alliance for Climate Solutions and George Mason University’s Virginia Climate Center sent out more than 30 teams of citizen scientists for the Urban Heat Island Mapping Project on Thursday. wtop.com/fairfax-county/2026… @VirginiaClimate #climate #heat
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
#GeorgeMasonResearch Check out this pice about the Urban Heat Island Mapping Project, a collaboration between @VirginiaClimate & @FaithforClimate. linkedin.com/feed/update/urn… #climate #urbanheat
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
#GeorgeMasonResearch Teams of local scientists to map ‘extreme heat islands’ in Alexandria and neighboring counties alxnow.com/2026/07/13/teams-… @VirginiaClimate
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
We’re honored that state legislators have recognized the impact of @VirginiaClimate’s work. Our researchers partner with decision-makers and local communities to better understand climate challenges and develop resilient, practical solutions that benefit all Virginians. 🤝🌱🌎
A major milestone for climate resilience in Virginia.
The State Climate Office will be housed within @VirginiaClimate at @GeorgeMasonU, providing trusted climate data and expertise to help the commonwealth prepare for climate and weather risks. Read more: gmu.edu/news/2026-07/george-…
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
A major milestone for climate resilience in Virginia.
The State Climate Office will be housed within @VirginiaClimate at @GeorgeMasonU, providing trusted climate data and expertise to help the commonwealth prepare for climate and weather risks. Read more: gmu.edu/news/2026-07/george-…
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
Congratulations to the @VirginiaClimate team for GMU officially being selected to host the Virginia State Climate Office.
Read the story: pressreader.com/usa/the-wash…
Visit the Virginia Climate Center website: vaclimate.gmu.edu/
@GMU_COS
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
Heat is still the deadliest weather hazard. If you feel some of the symptoms in the graphic when exposed to the head, find a cool spot to take a rest.
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
👏 Congratulations to @GGSDepartment PhD students Arfa Khalid, Cailin Leahy, and Fatemeh Janatabadi, who earned top honors at the 2026 STAR-TIDES Student Poster Competition for climate resilience research. 🌎
Read more: science.gmu.edu/news/college…
ALT Arfa Khalid, Cailin Leahy, and Fatemeh Janatabadi stand in front of their climate resilience research posters at the STAR-TIDES Student Poster Competition.
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
From extreme heat to flooding, climate hazards affect everyone in the Fairfax Health District. Our new Climate Health webpage provides information on these hazards, how they can impact your health, and the steps you can take to stay safe. Learn more: fairfaxcounty.gov/health/eme…
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
The Virginia Climate Center is building the infrastructure to provide climate services to the entire Commonwealth. From flood mapping along the bay to creating the First Virginia Climate Assessment, our mission is to assist communities with the best science available.
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
Severe weather is one of the fastest growing weather-related hazards. Ask the insurance industry! Even in Virginia, we've seen an uptick in tornado activity over the past few decades in our @VirginiaClimate blog:
vaclimate.gmu.edu/blog/chang…
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
As Virginia faces longer, hotter summers, @GeorgeMasonU public health expert MB Mitcham explains how extreme heat is affecting the state’s food system — from crop yields and livestock health to worker safety. @VirginiaClimate
Read more in @WVTFRADIOIQ: wvtf.org/2026-02-27/extreme-…
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
Spotlight on the Southeast, where 84.9% of the region (TN, AL, GA, FL, SC, NC, VA) is in drought.
Much of the region has received below 50% of normal precip in the last 60 days.
Rain is moving in before conditions lean warm and dry next week. drought.gov @NOAA
ALT The February 10 U.S. Drought Monitor highlights the Southeast, which is 84.9 percent in drought.
ALT The 60 day percent of normal precipitation for Southeast shows much of the region with below normal precipitation.
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
🧊Fairfax County is looking at some cold temperatures throughout this week with the possibility of snow this weekend!
🥶Make sure you are prepared for winter storms this season by following this timeline.
#StayWarm #StayPrepared #EmergencyPreparedness
ALT Infographic for Winter Storm Planning Timeline. A few days out: if the forecast calls for winter weather, start preparing now. Have emergency supplies for your home & car. Check your smoke detectors. Replenish fuel for your car and heat. The day before: adjust plans, have multiple ways to receive warnings. Bring pets indoors and ensure they have water. During & After: check on neighbors and family. Properly ventilate emergency heat sources. Keep generators away from house.
Virginia Climate Center retweeted
Get Your Winter Emergency Kit Ready! Winter weather can bring unexpected challenges. An emergency kit ensures your household is safe, warm, & prepared for potential power outages or storms. Be proactive! Take a few minutes this week to assemble your kit.
alexandriava.gov/ecocityhome…