Fires have scorched half of a World Heritage Site and threatened local wildlife.
Published Dec 10, 2020Image of the Day Land Drought Fires Human Presence Temperature Extremes
The country endured its hottest spring and November on record.
Published Dec 3, 2020Image of the Day Atmosphere Heat Land Drought Fires Human Presence Remote Sensing Temperature Extremes
A new study shows heatwaves in Southern California have increased in frequency, duration, and intensity over recent decades.
Published Sep 10, 2020Image of the Day Atmosphere Heat Land Drought Human Presence Remote Sensing Temperature Extremes
NASA’s ECOSTRESS instrument observed extreme early morning temperatures in the desert of California and Nevada.
Published Aug 20, 2020Atmosphere Heat Land Water Drought Remote Sensing Temperature Extremes
The failure of the summer monsoon and other moisture carrying systems has parched more than 90 percent of some states.
Published Aug 13, 2020