Christopher Flavelle

climate change reporter at the New York Times

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climate change reporter at the New York Times

Christopher Flavelle on KCRW

In the 1980s, the Great Salt Lake spanned more than 3,000 square miles. Now it sits at less than 1,000 square miles. Its soil contains toxic chemicals, including arsenic.

Climate crisis: How the Great Salt Lake could poison Utah’s air

In the 1980s, the Great Salt Lake spanned more than 3,000 square miles. Now it sits at less than 1,000 square miles. Its soil contains toxic chemicals, including arsenic.

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President Trump says Puerto Rico was a disaster before Hurricane Maria hit the island almost a month ago.

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President Trump says Puerto Rico was a disaster before Hurricane Maria hit the island almost a month ago.

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