• Earth’s magnetic field changes mapped in detail

    A group of experts utilized the data collected by the ESA's SWARM satellites to show how the magnetic field is pulsating, where it's weakening and strengthening, and how fast these changes occur. For the first time, experts have mapped both the changes…

  • Deadly tornado outbreak in Oklahoma and Nebraska

    Severe storms produced multiple tornadoes across Oklahoma, Nebraska, Iowa and Ilionis on May 9, 2016. In Oklahoma, the storms killed at least 2 people. A large and extremely dangerous tornado touched down near Wynnewood, south of Oklahoma City, killing an elderly…

  • Strong geomagnetic storms in progress

    A G3 – Strong geomagnetic storm conditions were observed beginning 05:59 UTC on May 8, 2016. G2 – Moderate to G3 – Strong geomagnetic storm conditions are expected through the rest of the day and possibly into May 9 and 10. This activity is caused by a recurrent,…

  • Extreme fire event in Fort McMurray continues unabated, Canada

    The massive wildfire in the Canadian province of Alberta that entered city limits of Fort McMurray late Tuesday, May 3, and caused mandatory evacuation of the entire city continues to grow in size. Mandatory evacuation orders are in place for Fort McMurray, Anzac,…

  • Bristol Island volcano showing first signs of activity since 1956

    Data collected by the Landsat-8 satellite suggests the Bristol Island volcano, which hasn't erupted since 1956, may have entered a phase of increased activity in late April 2016. The clear weather view has shown a plume of gas and steam which may have contained…