Event to examine trust and accurate information during extreme weather
Grist and Climate Central will host a virtual discussion on October 28 about how misinformation spreads during extreme weather and how to communicate more reliably. Meteorologists, journalists, and researchers will take questions and share guidance for conversations before, during, and after such disasters.
The session is scheduled for October 28 at 1 p.m. ET and will be held online. Grist and Climate Central are bringing together weather experts, reporters, and researchers to discuss how false claims gain traction when severe weather strikes.
The conversation will address communication challenges before, during, and after disasters, including audience questions and practical advice for both public and private exchanges, online or in person. Registration is required via the event link.
Because severe weather can disrupt communications and heighten public anxiety, guidance from this discussion could help residents, local officials, and media audiences assess claims more carefully. It may also support journalists and meteorologists in crafting clearer messages during fast-moving events. The impact is likely modest—a single virtual panel—but such conversations could improve how communities share and verify information when trust is strained.