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• Lower 48 experiences warmer than average September
  A new NOAA analysis finds that the average temperature for the contiguous U.S. during September was 67°F, 1.4°F above the long-term average. The January-September period was the warmest first nine months of any year on record for the contiguous United States. (full report, summary)
• August global temperatures are fourth highest on record; Arctic sea ice extent shrinks to record low
  According to NOAA's NCDC, the combined average temperature over global land and ocean surfaces for August was the fourth highest on record for August at 61.22°F (16.22°C), or 1.12°F (0.62°C), above the 20th century average. On August 26, Arctic sea ice dipped below the record smallest daily extent, previously set on Sept. 18, 2007. (full report, summary)

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• Arctic summer wind shift could affect sea ice loss and U.S./European weather
• Manual for coastal managers gives tips on combating invasive lionfish
• Study finds ocean acidification accelerated in nutrient rich areas
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• NOAA announces $4.5 million in environmental literacy grants to support K-12 science education and stewardship projects
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