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Scientists are recruiting sharks as underwater weather reporters to improve hurricane forecasts. The ocean predators carry sensors that measure water temperature and salinity, giving coastal communities better warning about approaching storms.
New research shows common Florida trees can slash hurricane wind force on homes in half when positioned correctly. The breakthrough gives homeowners a powerful new tool to protect their property.
Scientists tested 40,000 Florida trees in hurricane-force winds and discovered the right trees in the right spots can slash wind pressure on homes in half. Even better: they've created a tool to help homeowners pick the safest trees to plant.
All Blacks prop Pasilio Tosi traded the rugby field for a Sydney concert stage, performing with New Zealand's biggest band despite admitting he was more nervous than before any game. The 27-year-old is now celebrating his 50th game for the Hurricanes after rising from club rugby player to international starter.
Scientists shrunk hurricane-tracking equipment to 1/100th its original size, putting it on satellites as small as shoeboxes. These tiny weather watchers can now check storms every hour instead of every few days, giving forecasters critical data to save lives.
