Tucked away on a remote island in the Pacific, the volcano has recently been pinpointed as the likely source of a sunlight-dimming eruption.

Water levels—and the compositions of brines—have varied over time at Searles Lake and the adjacent lakes.

Evaporite minerals from Searles Lake have similarities to minerals found on the asteroid Bennu.

Florida's largest open-water estuary is known for its shallow, calm, blue-green waters.

Warmer-than-usual weather brought melting and a lack of snowfall to parts of the state in winter 2024–2025.

The buildup of vegetation and a rapid shift from wet to dry conditions played a role in the destructive blazes.

Hot, dry, and windy weather fueled fires in two of Australia's national parks.