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Seattle's Rising Cold Temperatures: Climate Study Controversy

5/19/2025

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A recent report reveals that average coldest temperatures in the U.S. have risen over the past 30 years, with Seattle experiencing notable increases linked to climate change. Yet, Professor Cliff Mass from the University of Washington argues the study is flawed, pointing to urban heat and sensor inaccuracies, assuring residents that Seattle is not facing an immediate crisis this summer.

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A recent report reveals that average coldest temperatures in the U.S. have risen over the past 30 years, with Seattle experiencing notable increases linked to climate change. Yet, Professor Cliff Mass from the University of Washington argues the study is flawed, pointing to urban heat and sensor inaccuracies, assuring residents that Seattle is not facing an immediate crisis this summer.