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A New Tool for Tracking Amazon Fires
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Published August 19, 2020
Following a notable increase in fire activity in August 2019 and a gradual rise in deforestation, scientists have been watching for signs of how 2020 might shape up. Several worrisome signs have emerged.
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Smoke Blankets Northern California
Several wildfires filled the skies with smoky haze.
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Four Fires in Colorado
Published August 17, 2020
The fires have burned more than 125,000 acres and are expected to burn for several more weeks.
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Double Cloud Trouble
Published August 13, 2020
Two atmospheric rivers hit Australia’s east and west coasts with severe rains on the same day.
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All Clear on the Western Front
Published August 8, 2020
The Suomi NPP satellite got a clear view of Western Europe, its nighttime lights, and its moonlit landscape.
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Hunting for Ice on Hudson Bay
Published August 10, 2020
Polar bears rely on sea ice to hunt seals, their preferred prey.
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Another Intense Summer of Fires in Siberia
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Published August 6, 2020
Following an active 2019 season, fires in 2020 have again been abundant, widespread, and have produced abnormally large carbon emissions.