Remote Sensing

A Daily Boost in Dust Height
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A Daily Boost in Dust Height

Scientists are using the DSCOVR satellite to make more frequent measurements of the height of dust over the Atlantic Ocean.

Published Feb 11, 2025

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Los Angeles-Area Landslide Expands
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Los Angeles-Area Landslide Expands

NASA radar imagery revealed that the active area of a decades-old landslide has grown following periods of heavy rainfall in 2023 and early 2024.

Published Feb 10, 2025

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La Niña Is Here
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La Niña Is Here

Cool water has welled up in the tropical Pacific in winter 2024–2025. But it may not stick around for long.

Published Feb 7, 2025

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A Network of Dried Lakes
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A Network of Dried Lakes

Water levels—and the compositions of brines—have varied over time at Searles Lake and the adjacent lakes.

Published Feb 4, 2025

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The Allure of Searles Lake Salts
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The Allure of Searles Lake Salts

Evaporite minerals from Searles Lake have similarities to minerals found on the asteroid Bennu.

Published Feb 3, 2025

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