Drought Expands Across the U.S.

Drought Expands Across the U.S.

Dry conditions parched all but two states in October 2024 and worsened as the month progressed.

Published Nov 1, 2024

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Valencia Floods

Valencia Floods

Torrential rains caused deadly flooding and extensive damage in eastern Spain.

Published Oct 31, 2024

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Ozone Hole Continues Healing in 2024

Ozone Hole Continues Healing in 2024

The area of depleted ozone over the Antarctic ranked the seventh smallest since recovery began in 1992.

Published Oct 31, 2024

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Ghost Forests Creep Into North Carolina

Ghost Forests Creep Into North Carolina

Bald cypress and other trees are becoming pale, leafless snags as storms, droughts, and sea level rise kill off coastal forests.

Published Oct 30, 2024

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Popocatépetl Continues to Grumble

Popocatépetl Continues to Grumble

Ash billowed from the stratovolcano, which has been active since 2005.

Published Oct 28, 2024

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