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What's New at the Earth Observatory October 13, 2026
 

October 13, 2026

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An Impact Structure With Legs

An Impact Structure With Legs

If the thought of extraterrestrial objects crashing into Earth weren’t creepy enough, behold Australia’s Spider Crater.

Antarctic Sea Ice Grows to Its 2026 Maximum

Antarctic Sea Ice Grows to Its 2026 Maximum

The ice reached its third-lowest maximum extent since satellite observations began.

Floodwaters Overwhelm Thailand

Floodwaters Overwhelm Thailand

Heavy rains since mid-September have caused widespread flooding that has affected millions of people across the country.

Fighting Drought in Texas Cotton Country

Fighting Drought in Texas Cotton Country

Drought and an ailing aquifer were major topics of conversation when NASA scientists visited with farmers in the Texas High Plains.

Arctic Sea Ice Shrinks to Its 2026 Minimum

Arctic Sea Ice Shrinks to Its 2026 Minimum

Satellite records show Arctic sea ice covering less of the ocean in both winter and summer.

 
 
 

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