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New computer models suggest mantle-wave driven uplift after Gondwana's breakup raised East Antarctica high enough by about 45 million years ago to form mountain glaciers and seed the Antarctic ice sheet long before the Arctic froze; the study shows elevation and latitude are as important as CO2 cooling in glaciation and cautions that warming today can erode ice faster than it can regrow.
Meteorologists are using climatology data to predict cloud cover during the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse on April 8. According to Brian Brettschneider, a Climate Scientist at the National Weather Service in Anchorage, Texas is likely to have favorable viewing conditions, especially in the southern and western regions. While the 40-50% cloud cover data doesn't guarantee clear skies, the eclipse's early afternoon timing may help mitigate low clouds and fog, increasing the chances of unobstructed viewing.
The total solar eclipse on April 8, 2024, is a highly anticipated event, and weather forecasts are crucial for optimal viewing. Meteorologist Jay Anderson, an eclipse chaser with 40 years of experience, discusses the impact of factors like El Niño, topography, and cloud cover on viewing conditions. He recommends using climatology for initial planning and transitioning to numerical weather models closer to the event. While certain areas have historically clearer skies, there are no guarantees, and flexibility is key for finding the best viewing location.
Last week, a major snowstorm hit Thompson Pass in Alaska, resulting in a staggering 6 feet of snowfall in less than a day. This snowfall is just shy of the current record of 6 feet, 6 inches that was reported in 1963. Climatologist Brian Brettschneider is investigating the validity of the 1963 record and plans to resubmit it to the climate extremes committee, hoping to bring the national record back to Alaska.