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Florida's snowfall record smashed as historic storm blasts Gulf Coast
By Patrick Pester published
A historic winter snowstorm has reached the Gulf Coast, smothering the region in Arctic air and dropping record-breaking amounts of snow on northern Florida.

What's in pink fire retardant being dropped on LA, and is it dangerous?
By Patrick Pester published
Parts of Southern California are covered with pink fire retardant as firefighters try to control deadly wildfires raging in Los Angeles. But what is Phos-Chek fire retardant and is it safe?

'Unusual' and weak La Niña finally here, NOAA confirms
By Patrick Pester published
NOAA has declared that a La Niña is underway. This cool weather event is likely to be shorter and weaker than usual, but will still affect global weather and climate.

Snowstorms, fire and Yellowstone's next eruption
By Pandora Dewan published
Science news this week Jan 11, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.

Stark 'drought' maps reveal just why wildfires have blazed through Los Angeles
By Ming Pan published
The state is seeing a sharp water divide this year, with lots of rain in the north while the south has stayed dry. A hydrologist explains what’s happening.

Santa Ana winds: What is causing the deadly fires sweeping across Los Angeles?
By Pandora Dewan last updated
The Palisades and Eaton Fires have caused the most damage so far, spreading over 29,000 acres collectively.

What is thundersnow? The weird weather phenomenon rumbling through the East Coast and Midwest
By Pandora Dewan published
The conditions needed to create thunderstorms are very rare, and can be dangerous, meteorologists warn.

Polar vortices and volcanoes undersea
By Pandora Dewan published
Science news this week Jan. 3, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
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