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Astronomy

Strong, Fast, and Everywhere: The New Story of Martian Winds

Most Mars weather models are too calm. But a new analysis shows fast, ground-hugging winds on Mars are common—often strong enough to lift dust and shape climate. If you work in a field station in Rajasthan, a clinic in Lagos, or a teaching lab in Manaus, you know wind changes what you see and what […]

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Meteorology

5 of the 6 Riskiest Dams Are in Just Two States

In 2017, California’s Oroville Dam nearly failed, forcing 180,000 people to evacuate. In 2020, two Michigan dams collapsed, flooding entire towns. And just last year, a dam in North Carolina overtopped during Hurricane Helene. These aren’t rare “once-in-a-lifetime” events anymore—they’re becoming warning flares for a growing national problem: America’s dams are aging, and extreme weather […]

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Meteorology

This AI Predicts Rain with 99% Accuracy

It’s 6 a.m., and you’re staring at your weather app. Will it pour during your commute or stay dry until lunch? We rely on forecasts for everything—planning weddings, watering crops, even prepping for floods. But what if the estimates you trust are barely better than a guess? Spoiler alert: many are. Enter a team of […]

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Environment

It’s a Heat Wave

For those in the Northeast US, it’s a heat wave. But what causes these? What Causes Heat Waves Heat waves are prolonged periods of excessively hot weather that arise from several interacting factors: What People Can Do About It Research and public health studies provide several strategies to mitigate the adverse effects of heat waves: […]

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Meteorology

The Antarctic Alarm: Why 2023’s Sea-Ice Decline Matters

Imagine a vast expanse of frozen sea shrinking before your eyes. This isn’t a scene from The Day after Tomorrow but the stark reality of 2023. That year, Antarctic sea ice reached record lows, with more than 2.33 million square kilometers lost compared to historical averages. But this story is about more than disappearing ice. […]

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AI

A Forecasting Revolution: What If We Could Predict Weather—Better?

Every day, weather forecasts guide countless decisions: Should you grab an umbrella? Should a city evacuate ahead of a hurricane? Will wind farms generate enough energy tomorrow? While weather forecasting has come a long way, it’s never been perfect. A slight miscalculation can lead to disruptions in energy grids or delays in critical safety measures. […]

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Meteorology

Extreme Hurricanes Ahead: How Climate Change is Shaping the Future of Storm Seasons

Picture this: one year, the Atlantic is a hurricane hotspot with record-breaking storms. The next, it’s eerily calm. This dramatic flip-flop in storm activity is not just weather being moody—it’s a glimpse into our climate-altered future. Recent research reveals that the year-to-year variability in North Atlantic tropical cyclone (TC) activity is increasing. And this isn’t […]

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Meteorology

How Winds Shape Ocean Currents and Climate

Picture a fierce wind sweeping across the icy seas near Greenland’s southern tip. These winds, known as “tip jets,” are no ordinary gusts—they can reshape ocean currents, stir the deep waters, and even affect global climate systems. Scientists have long debated what happens to the fresh water flowing from Greenland’s ice sheet: Does it stay […]

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Meteorology

Floating into the Future: High-Altitude Balloons Are Revolutionizing Remote Sensing

Imagine a future where lightweight, solar-powered balloons drift high in the sky, providing internet access to remote villages, monitoring wildfires in real-time, or offering persistent surveillance over critical regions. Sounds like science fiction, right? In fact, this future is closer than we think, thanks to new research that’s helping scientists crack the code for controlling […]

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Meteorology

Uncovering the True Frequency of U.S. Tornadoes

Yes, we’ve timed this post to Twisters. I hope to get to go see it with my boys within the next few days. When you think of tornadoes, you might picture the swirling, destructive funnels tearing through cities or farmlands, often followed by news reports detailing the damage. However, what if I told you that […]

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