Weather & Global Warming

What is coral bleaching? When coral expels algae, it turns white, but it is not dead — just severely stressed. Let's break down why coral bleaching is so bad.

The previous record for hottest day on Earth, set in 2023, has been beaten in 2024, where the global average temperature was 62.87 degrees Fahrenheit.

After an explosive 2023, Canadian wildfires begin again in May 2024, causing haze across North America. Are the wildfires under control?

You can take a class and get certified to become a storm chaser a few different ways, including through the National Weather Service.

Tornado watch vs. warning: what's the difference? A tornado watch is more about being prepared, while a warning means a tornado is imminent.

A program to relocate mountain goats from Olympic National Park appears doomed as the goat population largely died off during the project.

The Thwaites Glacier, known as the "Doomsday" glacier for the catastrophe it will unleash if it melts, has been melting since the 1940s.

Florida's coastal cities have been severely damaged by strong hurricanes, making Ocala an attractive option away from the storms.

Climate change has impacted the habitat of the critically endangered sawfish. Now they are dying at rapid rates, sparking emergency recovery plans.

Climate change is behind torrential downpours and unusual flooding in the normally arid Dubai.

The East Coast hurricane season, sometimes known as the Atlantic hurricane season, will reportedly have a worse hurricane season in 2024.

Don't have time to get glasses before the eclipse? There are a few ways you can make homemade glasses to safely enjoy the celestial event.

Glasses for the next solar eclipse are selling out all over the internet. Here's where you can buy them, or even find them for free.

Many factors affect how we interpret the color of the night sky from solid ground on Earth. Let's explore why tonight's moon looks the way it does.

Death Valley, in California's Mojave Desert, is home to the highest temperature recorded on planet Earth — and global warming is only making it hotter.

Antarctica's iceberg A23a is on the move after more than three decades of being stuck to the ocean floor. Here’s what this means.

Bioluminescent waves appeared in Southern California — here's what to know about dinoflagellate and how they make the ocean glow.

A viral video of a frozen alligator in Texas provides a lesson on survival skills. Thanks to a process called brumation, alligators can survive frozen ponds.

As the climate crisis continues to unfold around us, climate change is becoming a popular central plot line in more and more movies. Here are some of our favorites.

Is glacier water safe to drink? In some places, its advised not to drink any water without filtration or purification. Here's what you should know.

Learn why Arctic sea smoke occurred in Chicago in 2022. A phenomenon that requires frigid temperatures, this smoke is primarily a concern for ships.

Tonight — Dec. 21, 2023 — marks the winter solstice, aka the longest night of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. Here's everything you need to know.

Don't miss the best meteor shower of the year! The best time to watch the Geminid meteor shower is late at night — more details here.

Scientists are studying penguin skeletons to learn about the climate. Here's what this fascinating species says and why humans must listen up!

Shauna Pelley has documented the devastating destruction of her dream home caused by a flood from the Puyallup River. Here's what we know so far.

The president of COP28, Sultan Al Jaber, made a controversial statement that reducing fossil fuels will not help in reaching future climate targets.

Acapulco was hit by a Category 5 hurricane in October 2023. In the wake of the storm, piles of garbage are causing concerns about a possible public health crisis.

The Euphrates River drying up will be detrimental to cultures in multiple Middle Eastern countries.

Thanks to climate problems like drought and storms in Spain two years in a row, olive oil supplies are down and prices are up.

Climate change is affecting water levels worldwide and impacting the flow of major rivers like the Jordan River. Here's a look into why water levels are so low.

The Nile River is drying up due to a number of factors, including climate change and overuse. Here's what that means on a global scale.

Bill Gates says planting trees isn't enough to solve the climate crisis. Why does he criticize tree-planting initiatives? Here's what you should know.

Claims are circulating that Microsoft founder Bill Gates supports chopping down 70 million acres of trees, but the truth is more complicated.

Climate experts warn that El Niño is getting stronger, meaning it could be a very wet fall and winter. Here's what you need to know.

People do some dumb things on social media. One creator accepted a challenge to stay in a hurricane shelter made out of cardboard boxes during Hurricane Idalia.

In a hurricane, you should only drive if absolutely necessary. A viral video shows how one man learned about hurricane driving dangers the hard way.

One unfortunate effect of global warming is that it can render pregnancy tests and birth control ineffective. Here's why that happens.

You may know him as Iron Man, but Robert Downey Jr. is a real-life superhero, one who's tackling climate change via plant-based and technology-driven initiatives.

A woman shared a video of her dry lawn catching fire due to the Texas heat.

The so-called "flesh-eating" bacteria Vibrio vulnificus caused five deaths in Florida in 2023. Here's how to minimize your risk of this infection.