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NASA Has Eyes On The Atlantic Hurricane Season

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NASA has a unique and important view of hurricanes around the planet. Satellites and aircraft watch as storms form, travel across the ocean and sometimes, make landfall. After the hurricanes have passed, the satellites and aircraft see the aftermath of hurricanes, from downed forests to mass power loss.

Music credit: “Northern Breeze” by Denis Levaillant [SACEM], “Stunning Horizon” by Maxime Lebidois [SACEM], Ronan Maillard [SACEM], “Magnetic Force” by JC Lemay [SACEM] from Killer Tracks

Carbon Dioxide at 411 ppm

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Latest Measurement: February 2019

Carbon dioxide (CO2) is released through deforestation, burning fossil fuels and volcanic eruptions. It is important to track because it traps greenhouse gas. The above chart by NASA NOAA shows CO2 levels measured at Mauna Loa Observatory, Hawaii, in recent years, with average seasonal cycle removed. 

Majestic Planet

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Land. Water. Fire. Ice. These elements are basic ingredients that make up planet Earth. Take a moment to admire the magnificent spectacle of our stunning home planet from the perspective of space

Credit: NASA JPL