Global temperatures were seventh warmest on record for June

The globe experienced the seventh warmest June since record keeping began in 1880. The Arctic sea ice extent was the second smallest extent for June on record....

Annual stock report shows steady progress toward rebuilding our nation’s fisheries

Three fisheries stocks from the Northeast (Georges Bank haddock, Atlantic pollock and spiny dogfish) have now been rebuilt to healthy levels, bringing to 21 the number that have been rebuilt nationwide since 2000, according to a report to Congress from NOAA’s Fisheries Service issued Thursday....

NOAA announces aquaculture initiative to enable domestic seafood production and create jobs in coastal communities

Monday, NOAA's administrator will announce a new aquaculture initiative to help meet our country’s growing demand for seafood, while creating jobs and restoring healthy ecosystems....

High heat grips eastern half of U.S.

Dangerous heat and humidity will remain anchored in the central U.S. this week as it begins spreading into the East. Excessive heat warnings and heat advisories have been issued by NOAA's National Weather Service. Take precautions to stay cool and hydrated....

U.S. warmer and drier than normal in June

June 2011 brought temperature and precipitation extremes across the United States....