Mangroves: Mother Nature’s coastal barrier
Mother Nature’s best barriers and protection for coastal communities are mangroves. They defend us against storm surge, currents, high waves and tides. Not only do...
The importance of sunglasses and what kinds to buy
We are in the midst of the sunniest months of the year and protecting your eyes from the harmful ultraviolet radiation should be one of...
Storm surge model upgraded ahead of hurricane season
Earlier this week, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its third upgrade to the Probabilistic Storm Surge (P-Surge) model, just in time for...
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...