Heat waves can occur in our oceans
Heat waves don’t just occur over land. They can also happen in our oceans and last for long periods. What You Need To Know Heat...
How heat domes fuel sweltering weather
Summer is here, and the heat is on. The reason some regions are dealing with scorching temperatures and hot weather is because of a heat...
What is a heat burst?
A heat burst is a rare phenomenon that makes temperatures spike during the evening or nighttime. Along with a dramatic temperature increase, it’s also associated...
Revolutionizing EVs with nickel chemistry
Electric vehicles are becoming more common on our roads today. So efforts are underway to make the EV lithium-ion batteries inside them more sustainable. Scientists...
The many shapes and sizes of a hurricane
Tropical cyclones come in all shapes and sizes. Some are big, some are small. Some are strong, and some are weak. No two are exactly...
Home runs and warm air: Weather’s impact on baseball
The crack of a bat, the cheering of a crowd and the vendor guy yelling “hot dogs here, get yer hot dogs here…” On a...
Hurricane forecasting is for the birds
Feathered forecasters might be better than people at predicting the hurricane season. What You Need To Know Veeries are songbirds and are part of the...
ALERTCalifornia a new tool in natural disaster preparedness
States around the country are using new technology to mitigate natural disasters, from wildfires to flooding. California is expanding a camera and sensor network to...
This year-long road trip keeps you comfy the whole time
70-degree weather is a Goldilocks temperature for many: not too hot, not too cold, just right. And it turns out you can take a lengthy...
Sustainable alternatives to traditional fireworks
Nothing says “Fourth of July” more than fireworks. After all, they are one of the longest held traditions of the holiday itself. But the unwanted...