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This is how bad the toxic algae blooms have gotten in Southern California
An "unprecedented" toxic algae bloom has overrun the coast of Southern California, sickening marine animals and staining the ...
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Scientists stunned by change in endangered whales' behavior: 'We don't know how long they'll be able to keep up'
A new study reveals that warming ocean temperatures are hindering the endangered humpback whales' migration habits, which ...
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Protest hits last part of $8B NOAA services contract
A small business is challenging how the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration evaluated its proposal for the ...
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Scientists reveal alarming autopsy results that could explain species decline: 'Struggling with survival and reproduction'
Researchers from the Norwegian University of Science and Technology have revealed high levels of mercury exposure in Arctic seabirds.
Interview: Former NOAA head talks potential Oregon impact if Trump cuts to agency approved
During an interview, Rick Spinrad said he was "deeply concerned" about the consequences of Trump administration's proposed cuts to the agency he used to lead.
Understanding the science of lightning
Lightning is hotter than the surface of the sun and can reach temperatures around 50,000 degrees Fahrenheit. COLUMBIA, S.C. — ...
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Recent Outer Banks bluefin tuna catches lead to push for law change
“The first time in recorded history, [they] came within casting distance of the pier. So, we had three anglers that hooked ...
Toxic algae blamed in deaths of hundreds of marine animals along California coast, including whales
"This is the worst domoic acid bloom we have seen in Southern California," said Dr. Alissa Deming with Pacific Marine Mammal ...
CSU president joins 440-plus higher education leaders in statement against federal actions
CSU President Amy Parsons added her signature to a statement from more than 440 colleagues opposing "undue government intrusion" on their campuses.
National Weather Service to resume translations of its products for non-English speakers
Potentially life-saving weather information will once again reach a broader audience as the weather service reinstates its contract for translating weather products.