National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is a U.S. agency focused on understanding and predicting changes in the Earth's environment, from the depths of the ocean to the surface of the sun. NOAA provides critical data and forecasts related to weather, climate, oceans, and space weather, informing public safety and resource management. Recently, NOAA's space weather prediction center issued forecasts regarding intense geomagnetic storms potentially causing auroras visible in southern US states. NOAA also announced the likely return of El Niño this summer, a weather pattern that could push global temperatures to record highs in 2027. Furthermore, NOAA's work is indirectly highlighted by scientists confirming 2025 as the third-warmest year ever recorded, exceeding Paris Agreement limits. NOAA's research also extends to marine life, with the discovery of the oldest known whale song recording offering new insights into whale communication. These events underscore NOAA's ongoing importance in monitoring and understanding Earth's complex systems and their impact on global climate and weather patterns.