Atmosphere
Red, Green Light Show
Red, Green Light Show Auroras, also known as the northern or southern lights, are colorful displays caused by particles from space colliding with Earth’s atmosphere. The International Space Station was orbiting above the Mediterranean Sea when this photo was taken on Jan. 19, 2026, capturing a stunning green and red aurora over Europe. Auroras occur […]
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What causes the powerful winds that fuel dust storms, wildfires and blizzards? A weather scientist explains
What causes the powerful winds that fuel dust storms, wildfires and blizzards? A weather scientist explains When huge dust storms like this one in the Phoenix suburbs in 2022 hit, it's easy to see the power of the wind. Christopher Harris/iStock Images via Getty Plus Windstorms can seem like they come out of nowhere, hitting […]
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