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New research could predict La Niña drought years in advance
Two new studies have significantly improved scientists’ ability to predict the strength and duration of droughts caused by La Niña.
- Climate,
- Weather
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NCAR|UCAR hurricane experts available to explain storm behavior, potential impacts
The scientists are observing the potentially deadly storm and testing high-resolution computer models.
- Weather
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UCAR collaboration with The Weather Company to improve weather forecasts worldwide
The partnership will leverage the innovative MPAS software platform to advance the accuracy of forecasts with longer lead times.
- Weather
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Offshore wind turbines vulnerable to Category 5 hurricane gusts
Offshore wind turbines built to current standards may not be able to withstand the powerful gusts of a Category 5 hurricane.
- Weather
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Warmer temperatures cause decline in key runoff measure
Since the mid-1980s, the percentage of precipitation that becomes streamflow in the Upper Rio Grande watershed has fallen more steeply than at any point in at least 445 years.
- Climate,
- Weather