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Fallout: What Would Happen if the Hoover Dam Broke?

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The Hoover Dam holds back 10 trillion gallons of water. That's enough to cover the entire state of Connecticut. How much damage would be done if the dam broke?

How Seed Banks Work

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Seed banks store our world's seeds, in case disaster wipes out a plant species. Find out how seed banks protect our future.

A Comprehensive Look at Hurricane Maria in 2023

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Explore the impact of Hurricane Maria. Understand its devastation and aftermath. Learn about the history of Hurricane Maria today.

Uncovering the Aftermath of Hurricane Katrina - 8 Years Later

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Explore the impact of Hurricane Katrina. Understand its devastation and aftermath. Learn about the history of Hurricane Katrina today.

Do tornadoes always move from west to east?

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Some things in this world you can just count on. The sun rises in the east and sets in the west. Certain types of birds will always fly south for the winter. But do tornadoes really only move from west to east -- and if so, why?

Why Flash Floods Are So Dangerous

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Both dry and over-saturated soil can contribute to flash flooding. Can anything be done to prevent them from becoming catastrophic?

Remembering Hurricane Charley - A Look Back at the Devastating Storm 18 Years Later

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Hurricane Charley: Unveiling the Impact and Aftermath of this Devastating Storm. Explore its path, damage, and lessons learned.

Time Is Up for the Leap Second

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The decision made at the 27th General Conference on Weights and Measures will scrap leap seconds for good by 2035.

Hurricane Julia 2022

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Learn about Hurricane Julia's origins, its impact, and its place in the history of tropical storms and hurricanes.

20 Universal Dream Themes

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These 20 universal dream themes can help make sense of your dreams. Learn all about universal dream themes from Discovery Health.

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