Wildfire smoke is transforming clouds, making rainfall less likely
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A new study finds smoke could be making it harder for clouds to drop rain and alleviate drought, potentially kicking of a “very scary” feedback loop.
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Wildfire smoke is transforming clouds, making rainfall less likely
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Canadian wildfire smoke set to bring a hazy sky to Central Illinois
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How climate change contributes to wildfires like Chile's
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