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...
Strong geomagnetic storm Sunday night
NOAA’s Space Weather Prediction Center says that a strong geomagnetic storm is underway, meaning the northern lights, or aurora borealis, could be visible for much of...
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...
How monster movies are born out of monster storms
Stormy weather and the attempted control of it has been at the heart of monster movies since their inception. What You Need To Know Godzilla was...
NASA says climate change will make air travel more dangerous
A NASA report reveals that air travel could face a bumpy future due to climate change, but a new invention could help. What You Need...