Earth/Weather
New maps show rise in sea level greater in some places than others.
Underwater hydrocarbons likely to linger but risks are still murky.
High-flying portable meter records atmospheric wind speeds via kites tethered to ground-based metering systems.
Urban heat island effects, in addition to global warming, make cities even hotter. White roofs might cool cities.
Legislation plans prepare for electrical emergencies that occur from events outside our control.
Local TV's 'station scientists' have diversity of views, education.
Top cities for lightning strikes and areas with the most deaths from lightning strikes.
Alternative energy technologies you've never heard of.
Rainfall clumped into lengthier, more intense periods across Europe.
For storm chasers, the devil is in the details when tracking twisters.