Was Global Warming Behind the Recent Smoky Period in Western Washington?

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Was Global Warming Behind the Recent Smoky Period in Western Washington?

FromWeather with Cliff Mass

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Oct 21, 2022

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Will global warming increase the chances of westside wildfires in the Northwest? Was climate change behind the recent fires and smoke west of the Cascade crest? I provide the answer in this podcast.

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Oct 21, 2022

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Atmospheric scientist Cliff Mass provides a weekly weather forecast for the Pacific Northwest, details current and future weather topics, and discusses related topics. Podcast is released every Friday at 9am. Support this podcast and ensure it remains ad-free on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/cliffmass

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Was Global Warming Behind the Recent Smoky Period in Western Washington?

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