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Mawar Churns in the Pacific
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Mawar Churns in the Pacific

After strengthening rapidly and grazing the Philippines and Taiwan, the storm headed north toward the Sakishima Islands.

Published May 30, 2023

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A Smoky May for North America
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A Smoky May for North America

Fierce fires in Canada are the source of smoke that has swirled across much of the continent.

Published May 24, 2023

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Fire Season in the Northern Hemisphere
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Fire Season in the Northern Hemisphere

Wildland fires in 2023 brought hazy skies and poor air quality to several countries north of the equator.

Published May 22, 2023

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Smoke Fills North American Skies
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Smoke Fills North American Skies

Smoke from wildland fires caused poor air quality and hazy skies in several cities.

Published May 16, 2023

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Cyclone Mocha Strikes Myanmar
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Cyclone Mocha Strikes Myanmar

The storm reached category 5 status before barreling into the state of Rakhine.

Published May 15, 2023

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