November 22, 2022

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Idaho's Potato Belt Idaho's Potato Belt

Almost one-third of American potatoes are grown in the Snake River Plain, a belt of low-lying land in the southern part of the state.

     
Dusty Copper River Delta Dusty Copper River Delta

Plumes from this part of Alaska happen in autumn when winds are strong, water levels are low, and snow has not yet blanketed the floodplain.

     
More Flooding in Australia's Soggy Southeast More Flooding in Australia's Soggy Southeast

After an extremely wet October, storms in November 2022 have added to ongoing flooding across New South Wales and Victoria.

     
The Colorado River Cuts a Canyon The Colorado River Cuts a Canyon

Over millions of years, the mighty river carved through old sedimentary rocks even as the landmass was rising.

     
Stadium City Qatar Stadium City Qatar

Several new stadiums were built in and around Doha for the World Cup.

     
Strait of Tartary in Autumn Strait of Tartary in Autumn

Sediment and dissolved organic matter carried by the Amur River contribute to the colorful waters visible in the strait.

     
Carbonate Swirls Spin from the Bahamas Carbonate Swirls Spin from the Bahamas

Hurricane Nicole turned the shallow waters along the Abaco Islands into an eddy factory.