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Alaska’s Ice Drain 2004-07

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Alaska’s Ice Drain 2004-07

Alaska has been shedding large amounts of ice into the sea – on average, enough to fill a daily freight train around the world.

Early vs. Late Snowmelt

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Early vs. Late Snowmelt

Satellite-derived images comparing the first full week of April in years with early (2002) vs. late (2008) snowmelt.

Acres Burned in Washington

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Acres Burned in Washington

Wildfires in Washington State have increased significantly in recent years, a shift that appears linked to climate change.

Tripod Fire Satellite View

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Tripod Fire Satellite View

The August 2006 Tripod Complex Fire burned some 180,000 acres of beetle-damaged forest in central Washington State.

Northern Rockies Forest Wildfires

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Northern Rockies Forest Wildfires

Number of large wildfires on forested federal lands in the Northern Rockies region, including western Montana.

Northern Rockies Forest Wildfires

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Northern Rockies Forest Wildfires

Number of large wildfires on forested federal lands in the Northern Rockies region, including western Montana