26 Apr 2026
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28 Apr 2026
Atlantic hurricane season expected near recent averages
Researchers predict the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season will be close to recent averages. The forecast estimates 12–15 named storms, six–nine hurricanes and two–three major hurricanes from June 1 to November 30.
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24 Apr 2026
Scientists Watch El Niño's Effect on Weather and Hurricanes
Scientists are watching El Niño because it can change weather globally and affect the Atlantic hurricane season. Many forecast models now see an increased chance of El Niño later this year, but its effect will depend on timing and ocean temperatures.
29 Jan 2026
Ice storm damages power systems in eastern US
A massive winter storm with ice and freezing rain is hitting the eastern United States and has cut electricity for more than a million customers. Officials, utilities and researchers are working to restore power and study grid resilience.
14 Jan 2026
20 Dec 2025
Hot, humid pregnancy harms child growth more than heat alone
New research in Science Advances shows that hot, humid conditions during pregnancy damage child growth far more than high temperature by itself. The study used a combined metric (WBGT) in South Asia and found much larger prenatal risks when humidity is included.
30 Oct 2025
28 Oct 2025
Hurricane Melissa threatens Jamaica in late October
Hurricane Melissa moved across the central Caribbean in late October and strengthened. Officials issued warnings from October 20, shelters opened, power and water failed in places, and Jamaica recorded deaths and injuries before an expected landfall on October 28.
22 Sept 2025
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