Researchers look at previous Walker circulation models and ask, Does damping truly matter?
Geophysical Research Letters
Urbanization Threatens Drought-Reducing Clouds in California
Since the mid-20th century, increased urbanization along the southern California coast has raised nighttime temperatures, resulting in less morning fog and cloud cover.
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