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Western U.S. Faces ‘Extreme’ Wildfire Risk Now and Later

Western U.S. Faces ‘Extreme’ Wildfire Risk Now and Later

Wildfire season is off to a fast start in the Southwest, and dry summer anticipated may bring above average fire activity.… Read More

The Joplin Tornado, One Year Later: Where Does it Rank?

The Joplin Tornado, One Year Later: Where Does it Rank?

On the anniversary of the devastating Joplin tornado, a look back at some of the other deadly tornadoes in U.S. history.… Read More

Weather Channel Expert Tabbed to Lead Hurricane Center

Weather Channel Expert Tabbed to Lead Hurricane Center

Rick Knabb, currently a Weather Channel on-air expert, has been chosen to lead NOAA's National Hurricane Center.… Read More

New Push to Limit ‘Super Greenhouse’ Gases

New Push to Limit ‘Super Greenhouse’ Gases

Micronesia, along with more than 100 other countries, is calling for reductions in emissions of 'Super Greenhouse Gases' under the ozone treaty.… Read More

A Tour of Drought as it Unfolds Across the U.S.

A Tour of Drought as it Unfolds Across the U.S.

The latest drought information provides reason for concern in the West, while Texas gets more relief compared to 2011.… Read More

House Cuts Funding for Climate Education, Outreach

House Cuts Funding for Climate Education, Outreach

The House passed a bill that would cut funding for climate change communication and education efforts.… Read More

Hurricane Irene Ranked Most Costly Category 1 Storm

Hurricane Irene Ranked Most Costly Category 1 Storm

New figures show Hurricane Irene, which caused severe flooding in New England, was costliest Category 1 storm on record.… Read More

April Checks In at No. 3 on All-Time Warmest List for U.S.

April Checks In at No. 3 on All-Time Warmest List for U.S.

After the warmest March on record, the contiguous U.S. had its third-warmest April, and past 12 months are warmest in history.… Read More

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