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Sahara desert hit by extraordinary rainfall event that could mess with this year's hurricane season
The world's largest hot desert, the Sahara, is being hit with unusually heavy rain. Scientists are unclear why, but it may be linked to a subdued Atlantic hurricane season.
Successive lightning strikes illuminate eye of tropical cyclone in rare photos from space
Earth from space A pair of 2015 astronaut photos taken just minutes apart shows the eye of tropical cyclone Bansi illuminated by two lightning strikes as the storm raged in the Indian Ocean off the coast of Madagascar.
Warped 'double rainbow' glory appears next to rare cloud swirls over Mexican island
Earth from space A 2012 satellite photo captured an unusual "double rainbow" glory appearing next to an unconnected chain of rare vortices in the clouds above Mexico's Guadalupe Island.
Birth of a hurricane: What meteorologists look for as they hunt for early signs of a tropical cyclone forming
The first signs of a potential hurricane can be detected days before a storm gains its fierce momentum.
Rare 'moonbows' light up night sky across US as blue supermoon rises — and you could still spot another one
At least two lunar rainbows, including a stunning "double moonbow," have been spotted above the U.S. in the lead-up to the blue supermoon. And there is still a chance to see one of these elusive arches for yourself.
Why scientists are blown away by 'Twister' and 'Twisters'
Weather experts talk about why the film "Twister" is often such a favorite among tornado researchers and what they think of its new stand-alone sequel, "Twisters"
Giant wildfires can create their own weather. Here's how.
Wildfires can generate tornado-like fire whirls and other "unpredictable and erratic" weather. An atmospheric scientist explains how.
Wall of haze gets trapped behind mountains near 'Throne of Solomon' in Pakistan
Earth from space A 2023 astronaut photo provides a unique perspective of the Sulaiman Mountains in Pakistan, showing how thick clouds of haze get trapped behind the tall peaks.
