Washington State University researchers say landslides on logged forests will be more widespread as the Northwest climate changes.
Changing climate to bring more landslides on logged land WSU research shows
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Breeding highly productive corn has reduced its ability to adapt
Stuck where they are, plants have to adapt to their environments, responding to stresses like drought or pests by changing how they grow.
On a broader scale, crop breeders need to be able to develop new varieties that are adapted to a new location or changing growing conditions in the same area.
Rina Now a Large Post-Tropical Storm in North Central Atlantic
Tropical Storm Rina has lost its tropical characteristics and has become post-tropical as it continues to move through the Central North Atlantic Ocean. NOAA's GOES East satellite provided a visible image of the storm.
NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP Sees Tropical Depression Haikui Form
NASA-NOAA's Suomi NPP satellite passed over the Philippines and saw the thirtieth tropical cyclone of the northwestern Pacific Ocean typhoon season form.
Atmospheric rivers could increase flood risk by 80 per cent
The global effect and impact of atmospheric rivers on rainfall, flooding and droughts has been estimated for the first time – revealing that in some regions the risks can be enhanced by up to 80 percent. The work, of which Oxford University is a key partner, also considers the number of people affected by these atmospheric phenomena across the globe.
China's Sulfur Dioxide Emissions Declined Significantly While India's Grew Over Last Decade
Sulfur dioxide is an air pollutant that causes acid rain, haze and many health-related problems. It is produced predominantly when coal is burned to generate electricity.
