Eating snow 'not worth the risk' of ingesting contaminants, health expert says
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
One of the reasons why snow should be avoided as a food item involves its role as one of nature’s air filters. Here's why it can be dangerous to eat and some alternatives for kids.
Largest known deep-sea coral reef mapped off Florida coast is larger than Vermont: 'It’s eye-opening'
The largest yet known deep coral reef “has been right under our noses, waiting to be discovered."
The largest yet known deep coral reef “has been right under our noses, waiting to be discovered."
Iceland volcano erupts again: See photos, video of lava flowing toward nearby town
The town's residents were previously evacuated from their homes in November following a series of earthquakes that led to cracks and openings in the earth.
The town's residents were previously evacuated from their homes in November following a series of earthquakes that led to cracks and openings in the earth.
John Kerry to step down as Biden admin climate czar: report
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate John Kerry is reportedly planning to leave the White House in the coming months and join President Biden's presidential campaign.
Microplastics found in 16 proteins sampled in study, including plant-based alternatives
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
A new study found microplastics in nearly 90% of proteins sampled, including plant-based meat alternatives.
A single bottle of water can contain about a quarter million invisible nanoplastic particles
New research shows that the average liter of bottled water has nearly a quarter million invisible pieces of ever so tiny nanoplastics.
New research shows that the average liter of bottled water has nearly a quarter million invisible pieces of ever so tiny nanoplastics.
What is sea wax, and why is it washing up on our shores?
Sea wax is popping up on Volusia County shores and while common in Europe, it is a rare event for Florida's Atlantic Coast.
Sea wax is popping up on Volusia County shores and while common in Europe, it is a rare event for Florida's Atlantic Coast.
Florida company behind proposed fuel tank farm suing Volusia County
As the Volusia County Council is debating implementing a development moratorium for areas zoned for heavy industry, a Florida-based company behind a proposed fuel farm has filed a lawsuit against the county.
As the Volusia County Council is debating implementing a development moratorium for areas zoned for heavy industry, a Florida-based company behind a proposed fuel farm has filed a lawsuit against the county.
The craziest weather records set or smashed in 2023
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
Recycling Christmas wrapping paper: Tips for your leftover holiday packaging
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, some may be left wondering how to dispose of all the remnants.
Artificial reef to be built off Brevard County
An artificial reef will be constructed about 15 miles off the coast of Brevard County. Approximately 800 tons of cement will be dropped nearly 80 feet in the ocean.
An artificial reef will be constructed about 15 miles off the coast of Brevard County. Approximately 800 tons of cement will be dropped nearly 80 feet in the ocean.
Some coral species ‘remember’ how to survive ocean heat waves, study suggests
Researchers believe heat waves due to climate change will become more frequent, and understanding how some corals are able to survive is essential for future conservation efforts.
Researchers believe heat waves due to climate change will become more frequent, and understanding how some corals are able to survive is essential for future conservation efforts.
Exposed pipe at Florida beach sparks safety concerns: 'Get it off'
Brevard County beach goers are worried about a large pipe sticking out of the sand.
Brevard County beach goers are worried about a large pipe sticking out of the sand.
NASA: Life may exist in oceans, geysers of 17 icy exoplanets
These findings expand the search for life in the universe, as it bucks the typical approach of finding liquid water, a necessary ingredient for life.
These findings expand the search for life in the universe, as it bucks the typical approach of finding liquid water, a necessary ingredient for life.
Study suggests people are leaving some U.S. neighborhoods because of flood risks
A recent study implies that flood risk and climate change are compelling people to move from their homes to places where the threat isn’t as high.
A recent study implies that flood risk and climate change are compelling people to move from their homes to places where the threat isn’t as high.
EPA begins formal review of chemicals burned in Ohio train derailment
The Biden administration is initiating a formal evaluation of risks posed by vinyl chloride, the cancer-causing chemical that burned following a train derailment earlier this year.
The Biden administration is initiating a formal evaluation of risks posed by vinyl chloride, the cancer-causing chemical that burned following a train derailment earlier this year.
FWC ends manatee feeding program this winter, will monitor for starvation
Florida’s beloved sea cows will have to find food on their own this winter.
Florida’s beloved sea cows will have to find food on their own this winter.
China and India lead the world's increase in carbon dioxide emissions this year
A team of scientists reported that the world this year pumped 1.1% more heat-trapping carbon dioxide into the air than last year because of increased pollution from China and India.
A team of scientists reported that the world this year pumped 1.1% more heat-trapping carbon dioxide into the air than last year because of increased pollution from China and India.
New regulations pose greatest challenge for tourist flights over national parks, especially Mount Rushmore
Fewer planes and helicopters will be flying tourists over Mount Rushmore and other national monuments and parks as new regulations take effect that are intended to protect the serenity of some of the most beloved natural areas in the United States.
Fewer planes and helicopters will be flying tourists over Mount Rushmore and other national monuments and parks as new regulations take effect that are intended to protect the serenity of some of the most beloved natural areas in the United States.
Most US cities would need new lead water pipes within 10 years under newly-proposed EPA rules
In the U.S., there are more than 9 million lead pipes still in the ground, which are typically the biggest source of lead in drinking water. Lead is particularly dangerous to young children.
In the U.S., there are more than 9 million lead pipes still in the ground, which are typically the biggest source of lead in drinking water. Lead is particularly dangerous to young children.