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A Seldom Seen South American Cyclone
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A Seldom Seen South American Cyclone

In an extremely rare event, a subtropical cyclone formed in cool waters off the coast of Chile.

Published May 12, 2018

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Cyclones in the Pacific
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Cyclones in the Pacific

Published Feb 16, 2005

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Three Cyclones Churn Off Australia
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Three Cyclones Churn Off Australia

While powerful cyclone Pam headed toward Vanuatu, two other storms neared Australia.

Published Mar 12, 2015

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Smoky Summer in the Pacific Northwest
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Smoky Summer in the Pacific Northwest

The extraordinary heatwave that scorched the Pacific Northwest in June 2021 has diminished, but substantial fires continued to burn across the region in July.

Published Jul 9, 2021

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Cyclones Fanele and Eric
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Cyclones Fanele and Eric

This image shows Tropical Cyclones Eric and Fanele near Madagascar on January 19, 2009.

Published Jan 21, 2009

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Extratropical Cyclones near Iceland
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Extratropical Cyclones near Iceland

A cyclone is a low-pressure area of winds that spiral inwards. Although tropical storms most often come to mind, these spiraling storms can also form at mid- and high latitudes. Two such cyclones formed in tandem in November 2006 near Icealand.

Published Jan 2, 2007

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Potent Atmospheric Rivers Douse the Pacific Northwest
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Potent Atmospheric Rivers Douse the Pacific Northwest

In mid-January 2021, the Pacific Northwest of North America was soaked by several episodes of heavy rainfall, leading to widespread flooding and landslides.

Published Jan 21, 2021

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Pacific Decadal Oscillation
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Pacific Decadal Oscillation

Published Jun 26, 2001

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