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  • After 2000-era plateau, global methane levels hitting new highs

    July 11, 2017

    Following a plateau in the early 2000s, global concentrations of the powerful greenhouse gas methane have hit new highs in recent years. Chemical fingerprint tests seem to rule out a major role for fossil fuels. With more than half a dozen possible natural and human sources, how will  scientists figure out where it's coming from? 

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  • Heat roasts the western United States

    June 28, 2017

    Scorching heat impacted the western United States during the middle of June with record-breaking heat occurring from Arizona to the Pacific Northwest.

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  • Based on the past, what are the chances it will rain on Fourth of July?

    June 27, 2017

    If you had to pick your Fourth of July picnic location based solely on past weather, where does the climate record say you'll have the least chance of rain? Our interactive map shows historic odds of rain on your parade.

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  • Historical Probabilty of Severe Weather Map

    Why does the start of summer mean a higher probability of severe weather?

    June 26, 2017

    April showers bring May flowers, but what does June bring? History says mid-to-late June brings a higher probability of severe weather across much of the contiguous United States.

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  • Dearest TAO: A love letter to marine-based observations

    June 22, 2017

    How much do ENSO blog writers like marine-based observations? Enough for one of them to write a love letter to a buoy. 

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