Hurricane Milton hits Florida - as seen from space.

Abundant lightning can be seen in southern Florida, where numerous tornadoes occurred today. https://t.co/1X7aQCnDX5

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RT @greenpeacemx: 🛑 ¿Te han dicho que el #GasNatural es la mejor opción? ❌

¡No te dejes engañar!
El gas "natural" es en realidad metano, un combustible fósil que está acelerando el cambio climático a niveles alarmantes.

Sigue leyendo y descubre por qué NO es una solución. 🧵👇 https://t.co/lftGmsZRAa

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This imagery from @NOAA's #GOESEast 🛰️ is providing visible cloud imagery every 30 seconds of #HurricaneMilton as it pushes closer to Florida. Notice the frequent #lightning being picked up by the satellite's #GLM instrument as well.

Get the latest on #Milton: https://t.co/iSM3X4LbEY

Hurricane #Milton Advisory 19: Milton Approaching the Coast of West-Central Florida. Life-Threatening Storm Surge, Damaging Winds, and Flooding Rains Expected Across Portions of Central and Southwestern Florida. https://t.co/tW4KeGe9uJ - National Hurricane Center

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Rising sea levels are amongst the most serious slow onset disasters. 🌊🏖️

Here are 5️⃣ facts about sea level rise. 👇

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5pm EDT Oct 9th Key Messages for #Hurricane #Milton:

Many hazards ongoing in association with the hurricane currently, with life-threatening storm surge & hurricane-force winds expected on west FL Peninsula tonight.

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National Hurricane Center

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In 2022, we lost 5.8M hectares of forest 🌿

Protecting forests, peatlands & mangroves through #NDCs is vital to reduce emissions & support local communities. Discover how forests can drive sustainable development. Learn more ⬇️
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Calling all middle and high school students! Join the @NASA TechRise Student Challenge and submit your experiment ideas by Nov. 1 for a chance to fly your payload on a high-altitude balloon flight test! No experience needed.

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RT @NOAASatellites: Here's the latest infrared view of #HurricaneMilton from @NOAA's #GOESEast satellite this morning.

Milton's max sustained winds are currently 145 mph.

Get the details on #Milton: https://t.co/UXM5YwHjlv https://t.co/ERcF4Et24Y

Hurricane #Milton Advisory 18: Tornadic Supercells From Milton Beginning to Sweep Across The Southern Florida Peninsula. The Time to Prepare, Including Evacuate If Told Do So, Is Quickly Coming to an End Along the Florida West Coast. https://t.co/tW4KeGe9uJ - National Hurricane Center

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Wed Oct 9 2230 UTC: A Hurricane Warning is in effect for the Atlantic High Seas and the Gulf of Mexico. A Gale Warning is in effect for the Atlantic High Seas. More info: https://t.co/B4BuNHDgo4

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RT @UNDP: Ecuador 🇪🇨 is pioneering sustainable agriculture with innovative practices that enhance productivity, while preserving its rich biodiversity and forest ecosystems.

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RT @53rdWRS: Our 403rd Operations Group Commander Col. Elissa Granderson was our pilot for today’s mission into #hurricanemilton2024🌀 collecting weather data for NHC forecasts.

She is responsible for all matters pertaining to the operational readiness and effectiveness of the Operations Group that includes 20 C-130J Super Hercules aircraft, two operational weather flights, an operations support squadron, tactical airlift squadron, aeromedical evacuation squadron, and the Hurricane Hunters, the only weather reconnaissance squadron in the Department of Defense.

For forecast information visit https://t.co/9cGQ9uLhkk

Stay safe and #weatherready!

NHC_TAFB

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New research from @WRIFinance finds that China voluntarily mobilized $45 billion for climate action in developing countries from 2013-2022, representing 6.1% of the total #ClimateFinance provided by developed countries. 💰

Read the paper: https://t.co/Bpxd1DZt97 https://t.co/oKFYKoCGnW

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🦅🌍 It's #WorldMigratoryBirdDay! Did you know protecting insects is key to protecting birds?

🦋🐞 Insects are vital food sources for migratory birds and help maintain healthy ecosystems.

#ProtectInsectsProtectBirds #WMBD2024 #PeaceWithNature https://t.co/yhetuDXkv5

UN Biodiversity

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What is the water quality like in the lakes, rivers and aquifers in your country? How does the water quality in your region compare to others?

Share this #SDG6 message with people who can help drive progress towards #2030Agenda.

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With threats including #deforestation and pollution, 50% of the world's mangrove ecosystems are at risk of collapse. The assessment from @redlisteco shows nearly 20% of the assessed #mangroves are classed as either Endangered or Critically Endangered

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RT @CIFOR_ICRAF: Trees for biodiversity 🌳🐾🦋

#DYK that trees, whether in forests or on farms, are biodiversity hotspots?

They provide food and shelter for countless species, creating a home for life in all its forms.

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RT @NWSTampaBay: An extreme wind warning is in effect for Tampa FL, Saint Petersburg FL, Clearwater FL until 9:30 PM EDT for extremely dangerous hurricane winds. Treat these imminent extreme winds as if a tornado was approaching and move immediately to an interior room or shelter NOW! https://t.co/ddbaAC1rhl

National Hurricane Center

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Hurricane Milton has arrived.

A long night ahead for Florida. https://t.co/OxQtCmzENT

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