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Before 2000, the Ningaloo Niño significantly shaped the tropical Pacific.
Since then, ENSO has dominated the relationship.
This study examines how causality between the two basins has shifted.
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#ENSO #IndianOcean #ClimateVariability
November 6, 2026 at 8:43 AM
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El Nino is on the horizon, promising changes that could bring intense storms to Los Osos—are you prepared for what’s coming?

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County OES and Los Osos CSD brief board on El Nino preparedness; emergency annex sent to ESAC
County OES Director Scott Jalbert briefed the board on El Nino dynamics and potential impacts; the CSD will send a revised emergency-operations annex to ESAC for stakeholder review and return to the board after feedback.
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November 10, 2026 at 6:35 PM
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Dr. Andrew Earls is calling for stronger floodplain management in Pitkin County, emphasizing the need for local governments to go beyond FEMA guidelines to protect property and the environment.

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Presenter urges Pitkin County to account for non‑FEMA flood hazards and strengthen buffers
Dr. Andrew Earls reviewed FEMA terms (base flood elevation, SFHA, floodway) and urged local mapping of non‑FEMA flood hazards, larger riparian buffers and stronger freeboard rules to reduce downstream impacts.
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October 12, 2026 at 6:31 AM
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Despite a dry August, Lakes Buchanan and Travis are set to stay near full through spring—what does this mean for Texas water operations?

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LCRA basin update: August inflows below average but lakes expected to stay near full into spring
LCRA senior VP Kelly Payne told the committee August inflows were about 27,466 acre-feet (48% of the long-term average) and that model projections show Lakes Buchanan and Travis staying largely full through March; Arbuckle operations continue to be used and refilled.
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October 6, 2026 at 4:48 PM
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A new PLOS Climate study finds that 41 #US states are warming – but not in the same way. By analyzing full #temperature distributions, researchers reveal hidden regional patterns missed by average temperature trends.
#ClimateChange #ClimateVariability
DOI: doi.org/10.1371/jour...
Why warming looks different across US states • Muser Press
Climate warming across the United States is more widespread – and more uneven – than average temperature trends suggest, according to a new study by
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February 7, 2026 at 6:14 PM
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Earth’s climate cycles follow a predictable pattern, with the next ice age expected in 10,000 years—if not for human-driven CO₂ emissions disrupting natural trends. New study in Science examines Earth’s glacial past. DOI: doi.org/10.1126/scie...
#Earth #Paleoclimatology #ClimateVariability
Earth’s past climate cycles reveal a predictable ice age timeline • Muser Press
Earth’s climate has followed a predictable pattern of glacial and interglacial periods for over a million years, driven by small shifts in the planet’s orbit
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February 28, 2025 at 2:14 AM
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New #research suggests that fluctuations in the #climate, particularly changes in the #ElNiño -Southern Oscillation (ENSO) and sea level rise, played a pivotal role in both the ascent and eventual decline of the Saudeleur Dynasty. #climatevariability #climateresilience
Nan Madol’s collapse: a historical lesson in climate resilience • MUSER PRESS
The challenges posed by climate change and sea level rise are pressing issues for many modern societies, especially for island nations. Historical precedent ...
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October 4, 2024 at 7:22 AM
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🚨My latest paper just appeared! 🚨

We find that the Mid-Pliocene, a warm past climate, is not analogous to a high-CO2 ('future') climate when considering Northern Hemisphere winter variability.

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Mid-Pliocene not analogous to high-CO2 climate when considering Northern Hemisphere winter variability
Abstract. In this study, we address the question of whether the mid-Pliocene climate can act as an analogue for a future warm climate with elevated CO2 concentrations, specifically regarding Northern ...
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March 18, 2024 at 10:34 AM
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Milwaukee is grappling with an alarming 114 water main breaks this January, a stark reminder of the challenges posed by aging infrastructure and extreme winter weather.

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Milwaukee faces unprecedented 114 water main breaks in January amid cold weather challenges
Milwaukee reports 114 water main breaks in January, unusual for the typically mild winter.
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January 30, 2025 at 10:52 PM
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Connecticut is stepping up for its farmers by introducing a new grant program to help them recover from devastating crop losses caused by extreme weather events.

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Connecticut establishes Farmers' Crop Loss Reimbursement Grant Program for weather-related damage
Connecticut enacts grant program to reimburse farmers for crop losses from weather events.
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February 24, 2025 at 6:19 PM
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Wyoming's House Bill 117 is set to revolutionize water infrastructure with a groundbreaking $1.5 million investment in the Gillette Regional Extensions project!

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Wyoming appropriates $1.5M for Gillette Regional Extensions Phase IV project
Wyoming commissions $1.5 million for Gillette Regional Extensions construction in 2025.
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March 1, 2025 at 9:20 AM
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Wyoming is making a bold move by proposing $1.5 million for vital water development and rehabilitation studies, addressing urgent irrigation needs amid ongoing drought challenges.

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Wyoming Senate allocates $1.5M for water development and rehabilitation studies
Senate approves funding for reconnaissance and feasibility studies on irrigation projects
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February 25, 2025 at 6:41 AM
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📣 Webinar alert!!

Join us in this exciting discussion on Tropical Climate Variability and Coral Reefs, featuring Dr Thomas Felis and Dr Miriam Pfeiffer. #ClimateVariability #ClimateChange

📆 19 February 2025, 12:00 UTC
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February 11, 2025 at 8:32 AM
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The International Joint Commission is set to unveil crucial recommendations this fall that could reshape water management across the U.S.-Canada border, addressing both climate challenges and indigenous perspectives.

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#WA #CitizenPortal #TransboundaryGovernance #ClimateVariability
IJC study on Saint Mary–Milk River signals administrative tweaks and costly infrastructure options
The International Joint Commission’s study board is wrapping up a review of the 1921 Saint Mary–Milk River order and will present recommendations this fall that range from administrative‑rule changes to major infrastructure options; public meetings are set for August and the study finalizes at the end of September.
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July 22, 2026 at 3:34 AM
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Okanogan County is on the brink of revolutionizing ice rinks with advanced cooling systems that promise to keep the ice intact, even as temperatures rise!

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Chiller systems optimize ice rink performance amid fluctuating temperatures
Chiller systems maintain ice quality despite temperature changes for efficient skating rinks.
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June 13, 2025 at 2:20 AM
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Clallam County is taking bold steps to update its water system plan, tackling critical challenges of water rights and resource availability head-on.

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Clallam County updates water system plan to manage resource availability
Clallam County's PUD revises water system plan amid concerns about water rights and resources.
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April 23, 2025 at 2:43 AM
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Clallam County officials are tackling urgent water management challenges to ensure sustainability amidst climate change—could a new water steward role be the key to success?

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Clallam County discusses water sustainability and potential groundwater recharge projects
Clallam County leaders explore groundwater management and water resource planning challenges.
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April 23, 2025 at 2:36 AM
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📊 Wintertime Arctic Sea-Ice Decline Related to Multi-Year La Niña Events, Zhong et al. This study uncovers critical teleconnections between tropical Pacific variability and Arctic sea ice decline. doi.org/10.1007/s003...

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February 11, 2026 at 8:57 AM
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New airborne snow flights reveal Colorado's uneven snowpack, prompting water managers to rethink reservoir strategies for a shifting climate.

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State airborne snow flights show lower and uneven snowpack in 2026; CWCB eyes technical advisory committee and satellite SWE development
CWCB’s CASM program reported 18 airborne snow-observatory flights this year with partners, showed large year-to-year differences in snow-water equivalent distribution (notably in Taylor/Easton basins), and will form a technical advisory committee to evaluate measurement and forecasting tools, including a satellite SWE discovery project.
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July 19, 2026 at 6:26 AM
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Tensions rise as Colorado officials stand firm against mandatory cuts in Upper Basin water management, igniting a fierce debate over the future of the Colorado River.

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#CO #CitizenPortal #WaterAllocation #SustainableResources #ClimateVariability
Colorado officials reject mandatory cuts for Upper Basin water management
Upper Basin states assert commitment to Colorado River Compact and dispute press accusations.
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July 9, 2025 at 3:57 AM
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Navigating the complexities of the Colorado River Compact is crucial as drought challenges and water rights disputes intensify between states.

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Colorado River Compact clarifies water allocation for Upper and Lower Basin states
Colorado explains equitable apportionment and compliance concerns of the Colorado River Compact
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April 24, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Michigan's Prairie River may soon be reclassified as "cool," thanks to a groundbreaking study revealing thriving trout populations and ideal temperature conditions!

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#MI #CitizenPortal #FisheriesConservation #WaterManagement #ClimateVariability
DNR recommends moving Prairie River to "cool" classification after multi‑year study
A multi‑year temperature and fish study presented to the Water Use Advisory Council shows cooler July means and abundant trout at downstream monitoring sites; DNR biologists recommended reclassifying the affected water‑management area from "warm" to "cool."
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June 11, 2026 at 11:42 PM
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"One of the study’s most important insights is that the problem is not declining average rainfall, but rising #climatevariability.

Statistical tests show little difference in average drought conditions between the early and recent periods. However, when the researchers examine extremes, a clear […]
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January 4, 2026 at 2:03 PM
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🐟🧬Do environmental fluctuations during development affect trait variation? An experimental test with salinity

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📷 © Andrew T. Kahn

#ClimateVariability #IntraspecificTraitVariation #LifeHistory #Salinisation #SexDifference

June 13, 2025 at 5:06 PM