Scientists have historically known little about Alaska’s native bee populations, despite their vital role in pollination. Recent efforts aim to change that. On a sunny afternoon in July, near Fairbanks, a dedicated volunteer from the Alaska Bee Atlas participates in data collection. The volunteer kneels beside vibrant fireweed and carefully maneuvers a net through the […]
For years, scientists had limited knowledge about the bees native to Alaska. This began to change with projects like the Alaska Bee Atlas, which strives to shed light on these important pollinators. On a warm July afternoon near Fairbanks, one can see the dedication required for this work. A volunteer with the Alaska Bee Atlas […]
In Alaska, the native bee population has long been a mystery to scientists. Despite their crucial role in pollination, researchers had limited knowledge about these insects. However, recent efforts have been made to change this. On a pleasant July afternoon near Fairbanks, a volunteer from the Alaska Bee Atlas contributes to unraveling this mystery. The […]
Twenty-eight beluga whales from a closed Canadian theme park are headed to U.S. aquariums following an approved emergency import. The theme park, Marineland, ceased public operations in 2024 but still holds the whales. Due to resource limitations, Marineland announced the need for relocation or funding to avoid euthanasia. The whales will move from Marineland in […]
Smoke from Canadian wildfires has enveloped the U.S., impacting air quality in several regions. The Manhattan skyline, obscured by haze, highlights the widespread effect. Impact Across Regions Thick smoke has spread from the Great Lakes to New England and as far south as Maryland. This has resulted in hazardous air quality levels in multiple states. […]
Over 115 million individuals face exposure to hazardous smoke and poor air quality levels. This situation arises due to the widespread dispersion of wildfire smoke, resulting in health advisories across at least 17 states, stretching from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic regions. The smoke has caused disruptions such as flight delays and the shutdown of […]
Wildfires in Canada are now burning throughout the night, posing challenges to firefighters. Rising overnight temperatures across the country are causing fires to spread incessantly, exhausting fire crews. Traditionally, nightfall provided an opportunity for firefighters to tackle wildfires. Lower temperatures and higher humidity at night made it feasible to manage flames, allowing crews to rest […]
Wildfire Smoke Impacting Air Quality Northwest Indiana continues to grapple with air quality concerns due to smoke from Canadian wildfires. The Indiana Department of Environmental Management (IDEM) has announced another Air Quality Action Day. Various regional events are canceled to maintain safety. Heavy wildfire smoke is making its way into the state today, moving in […]
Mayor Karen Bass held a press conference at Pecan Recreation Center to address the upcoming heat wave. During the event, it was confirmed that the administration had quietly appointed a new chief heat officer over a month ago. Daniela Simunovic stepped into the role on May 31 after the previous officer, Marta Segura, was discreetly […]
A recent federal report reveals concerning predictions for Lake Powell’s water levels. As the second-largest reservoir on the Colorado River, Lake Powell is facing a critical drop in water levels. This decrease might soon impact its ability to generate hydropower at the dam. Lake Powell has been a vital source of energy and water for […]