How Massive Fires Turned the Sky Orange
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Reactions Science Videos | September 10, 2020
California wildfires are unfortunately nothing new--but that bright orange sky definitely is. This week on Reactions we talk with experts who explain the reason behind that Mars-like haze and how climate change is involved.
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Those Orange Western Skies and the Science of Light
Why Is the Sky in California So Orange?
Orange, smoky skies and Bay Area air quality may not improve for days
Why is the sky changing colors? The science behind Oregon wildfires' apocalyptic sky
Why the sky turns orange after some storms
California wildfires: Smoke turns skies orange
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