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  Earth's Magnetic North Pole Shifting Toward Russia: What Does It Mean? Recent Movements and Observations The Earth's magnetic North Pole is currently moving toward Russia at an unprecedented pace . Historically, the magnetic North Pole had been drifting closer to the northern coast of Canada. In the 1990s, it began moving into the Atlantic Ocean before accelerating toward Siberia in Russia. This shift is being closely monitored by scientists from the British Geological Survey and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Importance of the North Pole's Movement The magnetic North Pole's location is crucial for navigation systems, including compasses in smartphones and other devices. The data from the pole's movements helps update the World Magnetic Model, which is essential for accurate GPS navigation used in planes, boats, and submarines. Causes of the Shifts The Earth's outer core, primarily composed of molten iron, experiences unpredic...

  Bomb Cyclone Devastates US North-West and Canada A powerful bomb cyclone has struck the US north-west and western Canada, causing extensive damage and widespread disruptions. The storm, driven by rapidly dropping air pressure, has brought high winds, heavy rain, and snow to over seven million residents. In Seattle, two women tragically lost their lives due to fallen trees. One was killed while showering at home, and another in a homeless encampment. The storm has knocked down trees into buildings and roadways, causing power outages for hundreds of thousands of homes and businesses. Rescue operations are ongoing as officials advise residents to stay indoors and away from windows. The storm has also impacted northern California, where severe rainfall has led to flash flooding and mudslide warnings. Wind gusts up to 100 mph have been reported in British Columbia, leaving 140,000 customers without power. While conditions are expected to ease slightly, heavy rain and potential floodin...

  Major Storm Hits Northern California: Flash Flooding and Rockslides Threaten Region   SANTA ROSA, Calif. (AP) — A powerful storm swept through Northern California on Wednesday night, bringing heavy rain and snow, and posing significant threats of flash flooding and rockslides.   Key Details - Rainfall: Up to 16 inches (41 cm) of rain forecasted in Northern California and southwestern Oregon through Friday. - Snowfall: Over a foot of snow already dumped in the Cascades, with more expected in the northern Sierra Nevada. - Wind: Wind gusts could reach up to 75 mph (121 kph) in mountain areas. - Power Outages: Nearly 376,000 reports in Washington state due to strong winds and rain. - Casualties: Two fatalities in Washington state due to falling trees.   CNN news Impact on Northern California - Santa Rosa: Experienced about 5 inches (13 cm) of rain within 24 hours. - Road Closures: Southbound Interstate 5 closed for 11 miles (18 km) due to extreme weather co...

  The development of the offshore wind energy sector is creating an entirely new use of the U.S. ocean. The federal government and several states are pursuing an ambitious schedule for developing offshore wind energy. As part of the Biden – Harris Administration’s clean energy and climate mitigation priorities, the President set a goal of responsibly deploying 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy nationwide by 2030 while protecting biodiversity and promoting ocean co-use, and this is intended to be a pathway to developing 110 gigawatts by 2050.1 Interdependencies of the research foci of the NMFS West Coast Offshore Wind Energy Strategic Science Plan.Graphic by Su Kim, NMFS/NWFSC. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) is the lead federal agency for offshore energy siting, leasing, and permitting. NOAA’s National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS, or NOAA Fisheries) is responsible for the stewardship of the nation’s living marine resources and their habitat. BOEM seeks consultati...

🌊 It’s World Tsunami Awareness Day. Tsunamis have caused death and destruction in coastal areas all around the world. Today, we honor the past so we can better prepare for the future. For more information on World Tsunami Day. https://www.ncei.noaa.gov/instagram-posts?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaZU-ZXikaBz3-vxEgqZcUSPO5xkdKoBjEUZjjs7bSpQh9v91I5PO6TVFXE_aem_r91LYjuhy2iukBl1lO54-Q World Tsunami Awareness Day is observed every year on November 5th. This day was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015 to raise awareness about the dangers of tsunamis and to encourage preparedness in case of such natural disasters. The day commemorates the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami, which was one of the deadliest disasters in history, claiming hundreds of thousands of lives across multiple countries. The theme for 2024 is "Empowering the next generation with the lessons of the 2004 Indian Ocean Tsunami – 20 years on." The focus is on educating young people about the importance of...