Hurricane Hilary approaches Mexico on August 19th, 2023 NOAA I wrote an article yesterday noting that the first Tropical Storm Watch in California’s history had been issued. We now have the first Tropical Storm Warning in the state’s history too. A Tropical Storm Warning means such conditions are expected within 36 hours. Hurricane Hilary, a …
Track for Hurricane Hilary NOAA Earlier today, Hurricane Watches and Warnings were issued for much of the Baja Peninsula region of Mexico. A Tropical Storm Watch has also been issued for southern California. It is the first time ever that the National Hurricane Center has issued a tropical storm watch for the state of California. …
Otter teeth are designed to power through prey like fish and crayfish. getty Otters have a reputation as fun, playful animals. They swirl through the water, perform acrobatics and snack on seafood. But multiple eye-opening stories of otter attacks have emerged this summer. The most recent report comes from actress Crystal Finn, known for an …
Tropical activity in the Atlantic Basin on the morning of August 18th, 2023 NOAA A few days ago the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued a press release discussing why it changed its prediction for Atlantic hurricane season. The agency is now calling for “above normal” activity. The rationale is that record warmth in Atlantic …
California firefighters are utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to aid in the detection of wildfires. They are feeding video footage from over 1,000 strategically placed cameras across the state into a machine that notifies first responders when immediate action is required. As an example of the potential of the ALERTCalifornia AI program, a fire was spotted …
With a wingspan of 9.5 feet, the California condor holds the title of being the largest bird in North America. However, it is also one of the most critically endangered species. The population of California condors has steadily declined over the centuries, hitting a record low of only 22 birds remaining in the wild in …
NASA’s X-59 supersonic aircraft. Lockheed Martin/Garry Tice NASA’s X-59 supersonic aircraft. Lockheed Martin/Martin Tice NASA’s experimental X-59 Quiet SuperSonic Technology (QueSST) plane is preparing for its inaugural test flight later this year. The X-59 is designed to reduce the loud sonic boom produced when an aircraft breaks the sound barrier, potentially enabling supersonic passenger flights …
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When Oriana Poindexter made the move to San Diego back in 2013, she found the kelp forests that lined the coastline to be somewhat of a hindrance. While enjoying the peaceful glide of her longboard along the waves, her leash would often become entangled in the thick seaweed beneath the surface. However, over time, these …
Topline Reports indicate that President Joe Biden is set to announce climate investments totaling over $600 million. These investments will focus on combating rising sea levels, safeguarding coastal communities, and modernizing California’s electric grid. U.S. President Joe Biden speaks before signing an executive order that would create the White House … [+] Office of Environmental …
Europe: The Fastest-Warming Continent with Dire Consequences In a sweeping climate report released on Monday, it was revealed that Europe has earned the undesirable title of being the world’s fastest-warming continent. This alarming trend has resulted in devastating consequences, including violent wildfires, prolonged drought conditions, and an alarming increase in heat-related deaths over the past …