tropical
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The Relative Niño 3.4 Index is an indicator of central tropical Pacific El Niño conditions.
From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026
It can also alter polar and tropical jet streams, sending storms on a path through Southern California and the southern United States, experts say.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026
"It fuels tropical and subtropical storms and exacerbates ongoing sea-ice loss in the polar regions."
From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026
A new study has found a sharp and unusual rise in wildfires in tropical peatlands during the 20th century, marking a clear departure from long-term historical patterns.
From Science Daily • Mar. 19, 2026
He unbuttoned the shirt completely, as if the journey of three steps had taken him into an oddly tropical zone.
From "Franny and Zooey" by J. D. Salinger
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