Scripps Institute for Oceanography

Definition, relationship to hurricanes, potential benefits and more frequently asked questions answered

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A cyclone created by an atmospheric river will approach California in 2023.NOAA GOES-West Atmospheric rivers are rivers of water vapor low in the Earth’s atmosphere. They can cause heavy rain or snow in parts of the US, leading to flooding. Milder versions can relieve droughts, but stronger versions can be dangerous. In late January and … Read more

Huge dump of World War II munitions discovered off the coast of Los Angeles

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It’s not just toxic chemical waste and mysterious barrels littering the seabed off the coast of Los Angeles. Oceanographers have now discovered what appears to be a huge dumping ground of military weaponry. As part of an unprecedented effort to map and better understand the history of ocean dumping in the region, scientists have found … Read more