Natural Event

Dusty Skies in Southern Asia
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Dusty Skies in Southern Asia

Dust from the ephemeral Hamun wetlands streamed over parts of Iran, Afghanistan, and Pakistan in September.

Published Sep 27, 2023

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Arctic Sea Ice 6th Lowest on Record  
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Arctic Sea Ice 6th Lowest on Record  

Satellite data shows that Arctic sea ice likely reached its annual minimum extent on September 19, 2023.  

Published Sep 26, 2023

Unique Imagery Snow and Ice

Storm Aftermath in Derna, Libya
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Storm Aftermath in Derna, Libya

Flash floods in the port city destroyed roads and swept neighborhoods out to sea.

Published Sep 20, 2023

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Summer 2023 Was the Hottest on Record
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Summer 2023 Was the Hottest on Record

June, July, and August were 0.23°C (0.41°F) warmer than any other summer in NASA’s record.

Published Sep 14, 2023

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Torrential Rain Wreaks Havoc in Libya
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Torrential Rain Wreaks Havoc in Libya

A Mediterranean cyclone contributed to deadly flooding along the country’s coastline.

Published Sep 13, 2023

Image of the Day Land Water Floods