NOAA, the agency behind our weather forecasts and storm alerts, is facing drastic budget cuts. This federal science agency employs over 12, 000 staff worldwide, including scientists and engineers. They operate satellites, ships, and have a $6. 8 billion budget. Their work is crucial for aviation, fishing, climate research, and offshore oil and gas exploration. NOAA's...
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is changing how it buys weather data. Instead of just buying global datasets, NOAA plans to pay more for specific observations, like oil spills or fires. Steve Volz, NOAA's assistant administrator, said this is the future, but it's not ready yet. NOAA usually buys data that anyone can use. This way, they can...
The Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) from San Antonio has landed a big deal worth $26. 1 million. They'll be designing and building two special instruments called magnetometers for NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). These magnetometers will measure the magnetic field that comes from the sun, known as the solar wind. The data colle...
Imagine a river that vanishes into a hole and reappears elsewhere, like a magic trick but in nature. That's the Popo Agie River in Wyoming. Scientists traced its path using red dye way back in 1983 and found it takes two hours to flow through tiny rock crevasses under the surface. This river is crucial for local farmers, ranchers, and businesses who depend on its wat...
Hey there, Minnesotans! You might have noticed that it's been a bit warm for this time of year. Don't get used to it, though. Winter is coming, and with it, the usual weather alerts. But this year, something's different. The National Weather Service is shaking things up. You're probably familiar with winter storm watches, warnings, and advisories. Ever seen the stor...
Rare changes are occurring in parts of the world. Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar was killed, sparking hopes for a cease-fire in the Israel-Hamas conflict. Sinwar was known for masterminding major attacks and was a significant political figure in Hamas after taking over from Ismail Haniyeh. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu holds the key to whether this moment lead...
This winter, there's a good chance that La Niña will have an impact on the U.S. weather. This weather pattern usually brings warmer and drier conditions to the southern states, while the northern regions experience more rain and cooler temperatures. The National Weather Service predicts a 60% chance of La Niña happening between November and March. La Niña is the opp...
Hurricane Milton is about to hit Florida, and communities are still recovering from Hurricane Helene. This has sparked discussions about a conservative plan called Project 2025, which could change the way we get weather warnings. This plan, developed by conservative groups, wants to make big changes to government weather services. It suggests that the National Oceani...
If you live in Ohio, you might want to gear up for a milder winter this year, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Their Climate Prediction Center has just released their winter outlook report for January, February, and March 2025. This report is a big deal because it tells us what kind of weather to expect. NOAA is predicting tha...
The weather is about to get a whole lot smarter. A Boston-based startup, Tomorrow.io, has just partnered with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to provide its satellite data for two years, marking a significant shift in how hurricanes are forecasted. This collaboration is more than just a clever idea - it's a game-changer. For the first time...