The international Surface Water and Ocean Topography (SWOT) mission will measure the height of freshwater bodies and the ocean on more than 90 percent...
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Dangerous thunderstorms and destructive tornadoes lashed the U.S. South amid a sprawling winter storm in December 2022. Read More…
The most severe drought in 70 years of record keeping threatens the Horn of Africa with famine. Read More…
A rare December sandstorm in China darkened skies in several cities. Read More…
Many of the canals and floating fields used by ancient civilizations in the Valley of Mexico were lost as lakes were drained, but some...
The park is one of the most isolated natural areas in the continental United States and the site of long-running ecological studies. Read More…...
The quiet Caribbean island has been a destination for divers looking to spot corals and sea urchins. Read More…
NOAA satellites capture footage of Mauna Loa volcanic eruption On Nov. 28, 2022, the world’s largest active volcano began erupting for the first time...

