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Wind-shaped sea ice in Antarctica
Earth Observation | Copernicus
The katabatic winds in Antarctica are among the most remarkable meteorological phenomena on our planet. These winds are a result of gravity pulling denser air downwards towards lower density air.…
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Enormous waves in Nazaré
Earth Observation | Copernicus
At the end of last week, Portugal found itself in the grip of an intense storm that originated in the north Atlantic Ocean. As the area of low pressure moved from the Bay of Biscay southwards, it…
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Ibiza and Formentera hit severely by drought
Earth Observation | Copernicus
The recent drought in the Spanish islands of Ibiza and Formentera has created significant challenges, affecting agriculture, water reserves, and the overall ecosystem. Erratic rain patterns and…
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Devastating wildfire in Texas
Earth Observation | Copernicus
At the end of February, Texas was devastated by the worst wildfire in its recent history, which engulfed nearly 486,000 hectares of land in just a few days. The scale of destruction prompted the…
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The Aral Sea is slowly disappearing
Earth Observation | Copernicus
The Aral Sea, historically a lifeline for communities in Asia, has fallen victim to the rapid pace of climate change. Human activities dating back to the 1920s, coupled with increasingly erratic…
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Lala Lallia star dunes in Morocco
Earth Observation | Copernicus
Star dunes are one of the largest and most complex sand formations on Earth. Because these dunes are formed by opposing winds that change direction, understanding their age provides insights into the…
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February 2024 is the warmest February on record
Earth Observation | Copernicus
The Copernicus Climate Change Service (C3S) recently released its latest monthly Climate Bulletin, which highlights the fact that February 2024 was the warmest February on record globally. With an…
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La Cumbre volcano erupts in the Galapagos
Earth Observation | Copernicus
A new eruptive phase of the La Cumbre volcano on Fernandina Island in the Galapagos began on 3 March. Though the island lacks human inhabitants, it hosts diverse wildlife, including iguanas,…
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OBSERVER: An in-depth look at the Copernicus Arctic Hub
Earth Observation | Copernicus
The Arctic, a region rich in unique ecosystems and home to fascinating wildlife such as polar bears, walruses and narwhals, plays a pivotal role in the Earth’s climate system. The extensive snow and…
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Gulf of Mexico Seagrass Under Threat
Earth Observation | Copernicus
Rapid sea level rise in the Gulf of Mexico, driven by warming waters and unique wind patterns, is threatening vital seagrass habitats in Texas, according to a study by the University of Texas at…
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Extensive bleaching in the Great Barrier Reef
Earth Observation | Copernicus
Aerial surveys of nearly 50 reefs off the coast of Queensland, Australia, have revealed extensive coral bleaching in the southern part of the Great Barrier Reef. The bleaching, which spans from…
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Critical drought in Tenerife, Spain
Earth Observation | Copernicus
Tenerife faces a severe water crisis after one of the driest winters on record. The government is taking proactive measures to ensure a steady supply of water, which is vital for both citizens and…
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The “State of the World's Migratory Species" Report
Earth Observation | Copernicus
The Secretariat of the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals recently published the "State of the World's Migratory Species" report, which provides a comprehensive…
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Large grassfire in Nebraska (USA)
Earth Observation | Copernicus
On 27 February 2024, a grassfire broke out northeast of North Platte, Nebraska, destroying one home and around five outbuildings, among other damage.  Fierce winds of almost 65 kilometres per hour,…
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Overflowing of the Ebro River
Earth Observation | Copernicus
On 29 February, the Ebro River in Spain overflowed its banks and flooded several areas in the upper Aragon autonomous region, although no damage was observed or expected in urban areas. This…
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Bushfires in Australia’s Ballarat region
Earth Observation | Copernicus
The Ballarat region of western Victoria, in Australia, is battling an out-of-control bushfire that has prompted authorities to warn residents not to return home due to ongoing safety concerns.…

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