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Scientists seek to better understand atmospheric rivers

Atmospheric rivers can measure 500 miles across and 2,000 miles long, carrying about as much water as 25 Mississippi Rivers. They're expected to strengthen as climate change heats the planet, because a warmer atmosphere holds more moisture. Ben Tracy reports on a group of researchers who are working to better understand and forecast these massive weather systems.
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