Climate change is exacerbating natural disasters like wildfires, droughts, and hurricanes according to researchers. Wildfire seasons have increased from 5 to 7 months since the 1970s due to higher temperatures and less soil moisture. Droughts are also worse as the atmosphere holds more moisture from warmer temperatures, preventing rain. Hurricanes are expected to become more intense as well, with stronger winds and more rainfall from a warmer ocean and atmosphere. Addressing climate change may help limit damage from these increasingly severe weather events.