Atmosphere

Imelda and Humberto Crowd the Atlantic
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Imelda and Humberto Crowd the Atlantic

The tropical cyclones are close enough in proximity that they may influence one another.

Published Sep 29, 2025

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By the Warm Light of the Moon
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By the Warm Light of the Moon

Astronauts and much of Earth’s population had a chance to view a coppery “Blood Moon” during a total lunar eclipse in September 2025.

Published Sep 20, 2025

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Smoky Skies in the Pacific Northwest
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Smoky Skies in the Pacific Northwest

Smoke filled river valleys in northeastern Washington and parts of British Columbia.

Published Sep 15, 2025

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Dust in the “Eye” of the Tarim Basin
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Dust in the “Eye” of the Tarim Basin

Satellites have observed episodes of dust swirling across the basin in western China for decades.

Published Sep 9, 2025

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Hurricane Kiko Nears Hawaii
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Hurricane Kiko Nears Hawaii

The storm became a major hurricane while traversing the eastern Pacific but weakened as it approached the islands.

Published Sep 8, 2025

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