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Extreme rainfall brings catastrophic flooding to the Northeast in August 2024

Haley Thiem | August 30, 2024

Rainfall totals in Connecticut are under investigation as possible new state record for most rain in 24 hours.

ENSO and the southwest United States "megadrought"

Hannah Bao | August 28, 2024

La Niña conditions are likely for later this year. What could that mean for drought in the Southwest?

Four things to know about a possible Atlantic Niña

Rebecca Lindsey, Franz Philip Tuchen (Cooperative Institute For Marine And Atmospheric Studies), Sang-Ki Lee | August 28, 2024

An intermediate follow-up post on the possible Atlantic Niña.

Voyage of collaboration

August 24, 2024

The Ship Of Opportunity Program is an international effort that supports the implementation of a network of cargo vessels, cruise ships, and research vessels to deploy scientific instruments that collect oceanographic observations.

Combined ocean-atmosphere data improves complex ocean forecasts

August 24, 2024

A new study finds that combining data from both the ocean and atmosphere can lead to more accurate forecasts, even in complex environments like the Red Sea.

Understanding the complexities of Tribal communities in rural Alaska

August 24, 2024

New resources can help researchers, academics, and federal and state agencies working in rural Alaska understand the current landscape and complexities of Tribal communities.

Highlights from 'State of the Climate in 2023'

Jessica Blunden | August 22, 2024

International report confirms record-high greenhouse gases, global sea level, and ocean heat in 2023.

Half a century of insight: The International Tree-Ring Data Bank's vital role in climate research

August 17, 2024

The International Tree-Ring Data Bank is a vital scientific resource containing over 6,000 tree ring chronologies used to study long-term climate patterns and environmental changes.

Wildfire smoke impacted air quality across the United States from 2018 to 2023

August 17, 2024

A new study finds wildfire smoke significantly raised fine particulate matter and ozone levels, leading to numerous days when air pollution exceeded health standards.

Unintended warming: How reduced ship emissions may accelerate climate change

August 17, 2024

New international shipping regulations have drastically cut sulfur emissions from ships. While crucial for improving air quality and public health, reducing ship tracks also reduces their cooling effects.

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