Update: Hurricane Sandy Hits U.S. East Coast–What You Need to Know
October 29th, 2012 |
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GOWANUS, NEW YORK CITY–The winds continue to increase here, howling past windows and splattering the rain. Tiny beads of water almost feel like sand when you step outside thanks to the strong gusts. Such is Hurricane Sandy as it speeds into the New York metropolitan region and prepares to turn and slam in slow motion [...]
Keep reading »Voters Should Pay More Attention to Freshwater Issues
September 14th, 2012 |
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We have passed the halfway point in our weekly examination of the 14 top science questions that President Barack Obama and Governor Mitt Romney need to address as part of their quests to lead the United States for the next four years. Question #8 tackles increasing concerns about the health of the U.S. freshwater supply. [...]
Keep reading »Trapped in a Car during the Japan Tsunami: Dash Cam Captures the Terror [Video]
December 10th, 2011 |
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This recently released footage, taken on-board a car, shows how quickly the floodwaters surged onto the streets during the March 11 tsunami. Motorists had little time to react, and the way vehicles floated and bobbed reveal the tremendous power of the tsunami. The driver of this car survived. British broadcaster ITN provided the English translations [...]
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