While climatologists celebrated the return to autumn several weeks ago, the rest of the world is celebrating the start of astronomical fall today at 10:21 am EDT.  Here are some stories about the autumnal equinox and the migration of birds.  Enjoy those cooler temperatures soon!

EarthSky: All you need to know about the September equinox

Weather Underground: Four top things to know about the 2016 fall equinox

WeatherNation: Peak fall bird migration underway

In case you’re looking for fall color to go with the calendar change, the Southeast Regional Climate Center also has a list of fall foliage sites at https://www.sercc.com/foliage.

Source: Steve Jurvetson, Commons Wikimedia
Source: Steve Jurvetson, Commons Wikimedia
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