Lauren Rainson

Oct 7, 2024 | kvoa.com | Lauren Rainson

TUCSON, Ariz. — As our planet continues to warm, scientists are finding new ways to better understand climate change's potential impacts. It's all happening right here in State 48. Meteorologist Lauren Rainson takes us to the world's largest earth science experiment dedicated to understanding the future of our planet. We only get one Earth, but when you step inside, you walk into something out of this world – a second Mother Earth called Biosphere 2.

Apr 16, 2024 | ourcommunitynow.com | Lauren Rainson

Apr 15, 2024 | 12news.com | Lauren Rainson

The spring months typically feature some of the best weather in Arizona. As you spend more time outside, you'll want to pay close attention to the UV index.

Apr 2, 2024 | 12news.com | Lauren Rainson

PHOENIX — In the Desert Southwest, we are constantly looking for ways to save water. According to the Arizona Department of Water Resources, conservation is now officially a very real and permanent thing. They've designated April as Water Awareness Month! Communities are finding ways to swap out water-thirsty vegetation for native, desert plants. Water reuse is becoming more common. Major high-tech industries and farms are finding new ways to prioritize water conservation.

Aug 7, 2023 | 12news.com | Lauren Rainson

ARIZONA, USA — La alerta por calor extremo continúa hasta el lunes cuando el termómetro alcanzará una máxima de 110 grados Fahrenheit y de nuevo andará por la temperatura récord. La humedad monzónica regresa a Arizona a partir del lunes con un poco de ayuda de un sistema tropical del este del Pacifico. Eso provocará tormentas diarias mayormente en el altiplano, pero también traerá al valle una pequeña posibilidad para mitad de la semana laboral.