Here’s what to know about the 2023 Atlantic hurricane names
The 2023 Atlantic hurricane season will follow a near-normal, yet destructive hurricane season of 2022. The 2022 season totaled 14 named storms, with eight of...
Fighting toxic algae blooms with robots
Scientists at the University of Southern California’s Viterbi School of Engineering (USC Viterbi) are using robotics to spot toxic algae blooms. What You Need To...
How to beat the urban heat
As cities expand, the fast path to growth and urbanization usually means replacing natural land with new roads, more pavement and buildings. The problem? Unshaded...
Why cities always seem windier
Wind gusts reaching up to and over 20 mph may constitute as a “breezy day” for some. But that wind forecast gets turbo-charged for those...
A long-term problem with a short list of solutions
It’s a disaster that lasts for years and can cost billions. Droughts can become tough to get out of, and the amount of rain needed...
How the Pacific Ocean regulates our climate
New research from earth scientists shows that the Pacific Ocean plays a significant role in our climate regulation, lowering greenhouse gases. What You Need To Know...
Are there more tornadoes now than there used to be?
2023 got off to a fast start for severe weather, especially for tornadoes. The number of known tornadoes in recent years is higher than it...
The Lyrid meteor shower peaks Saturday night
The annual Lyrid meteor shower peaks this weekend. What You Need To Know You may see 10 to 15 meteors per hour in ideal conditions...
What happens when Doppler radar goes dark
You’re at home on a hot summer day and you made plans to have your child’s birthday party at the park this afternoon. Suddenly, you...
Plant zones are shifting as winters warm
Plants in gardens and fields survive and thrive based on the weather where they grow. But as the coldest temperatures of winter gradually warm, those...