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What was the storm surge height from Hurricane Harvey?
Wildlife & BiologyThe devastating impact of Hurricane Harvey’s storm surge When Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas in August 2017, it brought with it a powerful storm surge that caused widespread flooding and devastation. The storm surge, which is the abnormal rise in sea level during a storm, was a significant factor in the overall impact of
Posted on May 24, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
Comprehensive Earthquake Database for Fault Analysis
Wildlife & BiologyIntroduction to earthquake databases and fault mapping Earthquakes are one of the most powerful natural phenomena on Earth, with the potential to cause widespread destruction and loss of life. Understanding the distribution and characteristics of earthquakes is critical to mitigating their effects and improving disaster preparedness. One of the key tools in this effort is
Posted on May 24, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Fleeting Fury: Understanding the Average Lifespan of Hurricanes
Wildlife & BiologyThe average lifespan of a hurricane Hurricanes are among the most powerful and destructive natural phenomena on Earth, capable of causing widespread devastation in a matter of hours. Understanding the average life span of these massive storm systems is critical to tracking their development, predicting their behavior, and preparing communities for their impacts. Hurricanes typically
Posted on May 22, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
‘Forcing’ in PDSI Calculation
Wildlife & BiologyUnderstanding Forcing in the Calculation of the Palmer Drought Severity Index (PDSI) The Palmer Drought Severity Index (PDSI) is a widely used metric for quantifying the severity and duration of drought conditions in a given region. At the core of the PDSI calculation is a complex process of “forcing” that plays a critical role in
Posted on May 21, 2024 (Updated on July 9, 2025)
The Eerie Hum Heard in Earthquake Footage: An Earthscience Exploration
Wildlife & BiologyHere is a 4-part article about the eerie humming sound heard in earthquake footage, written from the perspective of a geoscientist: The mysterious earthquake hum If you’ve ever watched footage of a powerful earthquake, you may have noticed a strange, unsettling hum or rumble underlying the shaking and chaos. This eerie sound is not just
Posted on May 21, 2024 (Updated on July 10, 2025)
Is this a fossil we found in a store?
Wildlife & BiologyIs this a fossil we found in a shop? As an expert in the field of earth science and fossils, I am often asked about the authenticity of fossils found in stores or sold online. With the growing popularity of fossils as decorative pieces and collectibles, it is important to be able to tell if