Critically endangered North Atlantic right whales have 15 new calves this season, a positive sign. However, experts warn 50 births annually are needed for recovery, with ship strikes and fishing gear still major threats.
The Arctic's hottest year on record is warming at more than twice the global average, disrupting ocean currents and weather patterns across Europe and North America. Read the full report.
For years, a mysterious ocean sound sparked theories of sea monsters. Discover the surprising scientific truth behind the legendary 'Bloop' detected in 1997. Read the full story.
Residents in five southern US states are on alert for possible tornadoes today. Get the latest forecast and safety advice as thunderstorms threaten the region.
Critical tsunami monitoring stations protecting millions along US West Coast will go offline due to budget cuts, delaying warnings and risking lives. Urgent action needed.
A powerful solar storm is set to create breathtaking Northern Lights displays visible as far south as New York and Oregon this weekend, according to NOAA space weather forecasters.
Meteorologists warn of unprecedented early hurricane activity as record-breaking Atlantic warmth creates perfect storm conditions, with multiple systems developing simultaneously.
A massive marine heatwave dubbed 'the Blob' has resurfaced in the Pacific Northwest, threatening marine ecosystems and raising concerns about climate change impacts on ocean temperatures.
Daring NOAA hurricane hunters embark on critical data-gathering mission through Tropical Storm Melissa, providing life-saving intelligence as Caribbean cyclone activity intensifies.
NOAA warns of significant winter weather disruptions across multiple US regions during Thanksgiving week, with heavy rain, snow and potential travel chaos forecast.
A powerful new satellite, GOES-U, has launched from Florida on a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket. It will provide unprecedented data on solar storms and space weather, crucial for protecting power grids and technology on Earth.
A powerful solar storm, the most significant in years, is set to strike Earth. Scientists warn of potential power grid fluctuations, satellite disruptions, and spectacular auroral displays visible further south than usual.
Marine scientists are stumped by the discovery of mysterious, halo-shaped barrel-like objects scattered across the seafloor off the coast of California. Are they a natural phenomenon or something else entirely?
US wildlife authorities have granted permits allowing the capture of endangered giant manta rays from Florida's coastal waters for public aquarium display, sparking fierce debate among conservationists.
A severe G3-class geomagnetic storm is forecast to hit Earth tonight, promising a stunning Aurora Borealis display visible across the UK, including southern regions. Authorities warn of potential power grid disruptions and satellite communication issues.
Senior US weather scientists warn that political interference in forecasting could endanger public safety, citing concerns over pressure from Trump and Biden administrations.
Exclusive: Startling new research from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration indicates the land around New Orleans is sinking far faster than previously estimated, posing a grave threat to the Gulf Coast's future.
Hurricane Erin, the first of the 2023 season, is generating colossal 50-foot waves in the Atlantic. Our latest forecast maps detail its projected path and intensifying danger.
The East Coast is on high alert as Hurricane Erin, now a formidable Category 1 storm, charts a dangerous course towards North Carolina. Residents are urged to prepare for potential landfall, with forecasts predicting heavy rainfall, destructive winds, and
Former President Donald Trump allegedly pressured meteorologists to support his incorrect claim about Hurricane Dorian threatening Alabama, according to internal investigations.
A federal investigation reveals NOAA officials may have violated scientific integrity policies to support Donald Trump's erroneous Hurricane Dorian map.
Senior NOAA officials step down following controversy over altered hurricane maps under Trump administration, reigniting the 'Sharpiegate' scandal.