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Forces of Nature
We see the destruction that the Earth can unleash in the news on a regular basis. Here you can learn about hurricanes, tornadoes, earthquakes and other forces of nature.
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The 'Big One' Was No Match for Alaskans
Thanks in part to strict building codes, damage from the November 7.0 earthquake was relatively minimal.
Greenland Crater First Ever Found Beneath Glacial Ice Sheet
This ice-age asteroid crater isn't just the first of its kind. It may also be the smoking gun about what triggered the Younger Dryas, one of the most well-known examples of abrupt climate change.
Why Ice Usually Freezes Cloudy, Not Clear
Ice cubes usually look cloudy and opaque in the middle, despite the fact that water is clear. What's the deal?
Ice Crystals Cause Beautiful Noctilucent Clouds
Noctilucent clouds form at high altitudes when drifting particles become coated with ice crystals at low temperatures.
Storm Surge, Not Wind, Is the Deadliest Part of a Hurricane
Most people probably think high winds are the deadliest aspect of a hurricane. But they'd be wrong. It's the wall of water brought on by storm surge that barrels on shore taking out everything in its path.
Quiz: Are You Prepared for the Next Disaster?
From hurricanes, to earthquakes, to tornadoes, there's no shortage of potential disasters that can ruin homes and devastate lives. Think you’re ready to survive the next disaster? Take this quiz and find out.
The Logistics of Evacuating Entire U.S. Coastlines
When Mother Nature is at her worst, the state and federal governments often step in to protect U.S. citizens. But moving masses of people away from the coast isn't an easy feat.
Weather and Climate: What's the Difference?
It's sometimes easy to confuse the two, but weather and climate are very different things.
Why Hurricane Florence's Storm Surge Could Be So Deadly
Even though Hurricane Florence was downgraded to a Category 2, the storm could still unleash an historic amount of rain.
Battle Epic: When Hurricanes Clash With Volcanoes
Hurricane Hector is barreling toward the erupting volcano Kilauea. What could possibly be worse?
California Burning: Why the Carr Wildfire Is a Whopper
The Carr fire in Northern California is currently the sixth-largest in the state's history. How did it get so out of control?
Do We Need a Category 6 for Hurricanes?
Or do we just stick with the five categories we already have?
Did Africa Just Record Its Hottest Temperature Ever?
Scorching-high temps seem to be the norm this summer. So what does this kind of heat do to your body?
Swamps and Wildfires: A Dangerous Combination
A fire can burn for years, yes years, in a swamp. What's the deal?
Why Flash Floods Are So Dangerous
Both dry and over-saturated soil can contribute to flash flooding. Can anything be done to prevent them from becoming catastrophic?
Meteotsunamis: How Winds Can Generate Catastrophic Waves
Tsunamis are triggered by earthquakes and volcanic eruptions on the ocean's floor. But other massive waves are caused by wind and can come on suddenly and without warning.
Earth Hits 400 Straight Months of Hot
The evidence is clear: Human activities — like the burning of fossil fuels — are the main driving force behind modern climate change.
What Is Relative Humidity and How Does it Affect How I Feel Outside?
We hear about humidity in just about every weather report on the nightly news. There are several different ways meteorologists measure humidity, but relative humidity is the most common measurement. What is relative humidity, though?
Fissures, Quakes and Lava: Explaining Kilauea's Volcanic Crisis
To date 14 massive fissures have opened up near Kilauea, and the Big Island has been rocked by repeated earthquakes. Do these geological events foreshadow a massive volcanic eruption?
Infrasound Can Detect Tornadoes an Hour Before They Form
We may not be able to hear infrasound, but we sure can use it to detect tornadoes.
Scorching Heat in Pakistan May Have Set a World Record
The mercury soared to over 122 degrees Fahrenheit in Nawkwabash, Pakistan. It could be the highest April temp ever recorded on the planet.
Scientists Predict Record-breaking 2018 Hurricane Season
Scientists across the globe attempt to forecast upcoming hurricane seasons in the Atlantic. But how — and are they right?
Scientists Record Volcanic Thunder for the First Time
Volcanic eruptions are loud. Very loud. But nobody's ever been able to capture the roar of the thunder they create. Until now.
Climate Change Threatens the Moai of Easter Island
The danger to the iconic statues is now greater than ever due to erosion and higher-energy wave action caused by climate change.
The Amazing, and Alarming, Science Behind Red Snow
Red snow? Yes. It totally exists. And while it might look cool, it's not exactly what you want to see from Mother Nature.
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