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UT Austin Study Finds El Niño Syncs Global Floods And Droughts
Feb 12, 2026
UT Austin researchers using GRACE satellites found El Niño and La Niña can synchronize floods and droughts across continents, a result with big implications for water and food planning.
Austin Blackout Heatwave Could Turn Homes Into Deadly Traps for Seniors
Feb 11, 2026
UT Austin researchers mapped indoor heat risk and found about 85% of single‑family homes in Austin would pose a deadly risk to older residents during a simultaneous heatwave and blackout. The maps aim to help prioritize cooling, weatherization and backup power.












