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Missing EPA report warned of flooding at Superfund dumps.
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New climate change calculations could buy the Earth some time — if they’re right.
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This Louisiana coastal community fought to get running water; Now it might drown.
The minister inhaled into the microphone. His body arched over the pulpit as he readied himself to bellow the teachings of the gospel.
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Irma's damage a reminder of Florida economy's vulnerability.
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Revealing the nature of New Zealand's 'extreme waves.'
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US coastal growth continues despite lessons of past storms.
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Fickle Nature: From too much hurricane to not enough ice in a few days.
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Arctic ice cover reaches low (someone tell NASA)
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