NASA Sees Spike in 2023 Sea Levels Due to El Niño
A long-term sea level dataset shows ocean surface heights continuing to rise at faster and faster rates over decades of observations.
Climate Change Weakening River Seasonality in North
Seasonal flow variability is decreasing as climate change alters Earth’s systems, creating challenges for water management.
SWOT Observes Coastal Flooding
The Surface Water and Ocean Topography satellite provides a new view of water on land, at the coast, and in the ocean.
Spring Heat Packs a Punch for Snowpack in Pacific Northwest
New research shows how snowpack loss due to moderate springtime heat can outweigh that of a record-shattering summer heat dome.
US-Indian Satellite Will Monitor Earth’s Changing Frozen Regions
NISAR, the soon-to-launch radar satellite from NASA and the Indian Space Research Organisation, will track changes in wetlands as well as other Earth vital signs.
Colorful Swirls in the Gulf of Alaska
The burst of turquoise and tan hues in Alaskan waters is in stark contrast to the snowy shoreline.
California snowpack lowest in decade despite December storm hope
First survey of season shows snow at 25% of historical average, with brown patches of vegetation across Sierra Nevada.
First Snow Survey of Season Finds Below-Average Conditions for California
With above-average reservoir levels, El Niño, and a dry start to the water year, California is preparing for flood or dry conditions in the months ahead.
A Dusting of Snow on Hawaii’s Tallest Peaks
Snow lingered on Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa after a storm brought copious precipitation to the island chain.
Malaspina Glacier in a Riot of Color
Beautiful color palette reveals the features of an iconic glacial landscape in southeastern Alaska.