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What is light pollution?

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If you live in or near a crowded city and have tried to see the stars or a meteor shower in the night sky, you...
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The most destructive hurricanes to hit the Northeast U.S.

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When you think of destructive hurricanes, you rarely think of the Northeast. Even though that part of the U.S. doesn’t see tropical systems as often...
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The ways wildfire smoke affects your health

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Wildfires do a great deal of damage not only to the environment but also to our health. What You Need To Know Wildfire smoke can...
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Why weather in the ‘Coffee Belt’ is so important

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Whether it’s first thing in the morning, a mid-afternoon pick-me-up or your dessert at night, it’s safe to say that a cup of coffee is...
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What is a heat burst?

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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...
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The many shapes and sizes of a hurricane

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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...
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The history of forecasting hurricanes

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Since the modern satellite era began in the 1960s, advancements in weather observations and forecasting have become exponential. Today, NASA’s satellites can take high-resolution images...
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Understanding air quality alerts in your area

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When you step outside on a summer afternoon for a dose of fresh air, do you ever stop and wonder how “fresh” the air actually...