With reports of wintry weather coming — cold rain, snow, ice, and more — it’s probably left you wondering what the difference is between all that cold precipitation. Not everyone is clued into the different types of weather phenomenons that strike when the temperature falls. When the temperature gets below …
Read MoreLove it or hate it, snow is a major part of winter for many people around the world. But have you ever stopped to think about what snow actually is? How big can a snowflake get, and who sees the most snowfall each year? Why does the world seem much …
Read MoreDriving through hazardous winter weather can be frightening — to say the least. Weather can change rapidly during winter, and sometimes dangerous conditions can appear seemingly out of nowhere and take you by surprise. Unfortunately, common winter weather can make the roadways extremely hazardous. That’s why it’s so important to …
Read MoreChina has revealed plans to expand their experimental weather modification program over the next five years. The drastic expansion will allow for artificial rainfall covering an area of over 2.1 million square miles — an area greater than the size of India. China Pushing to Develop Weather Modification System By …
Read MoreIt’s never too early to start preparing for winter. After all, winter is just around the corner, with plenty of regions in the United States already seeing colder temperatures. Now is the time to get your home ready for icy temperatures and inclement weather. Preparation is best done while the …
Read MoreThe death toll continues to rise in North Carolina, after heavy rainfall caused flooding that inundated homes and businesses, and washed out roads and bridges around the state. So far, at least seven deaths have been blamed on the weather. Two more people are still missing after floodwaters submerged a …
Read MoreSevere weather has been increasingly frequent in recent years, and 2020 has certainly not slowed down. The western states have seen a historic wildfire season that charred more acres than any previous year, with some of the largest fires in recorded history. On top of that, we’ve had a hyperactive …
Read MoreWe’ve seen some serious record-breaking inclement weather this year. With the landfall of Zeta yesterday in Louisiana, the 2020 hurricane season is continuing its furious pace — and it’s not even over yet. The Atlantic hurricane season actually runs through the end of November. So far, we’ve already seen 27 …
Read MoreA lot of us rely on weather reports to plan our days. Should you carry an umbrella today? While packing for that trip this weekend, do you need to include a coat? These days, we can just turn on the television or check a weather app on our smartphones. In …
Read MoreAs we inch closer to the winter months, it’s left many wondering how bad the weather will be. After all, the weather this year so far has been pretty intense. Well, if you’re not a fan of the cold, I have good news for you. Federal forecasters said that many …
Read MoreAs Hurricane Delta approached the northern gulf Coast on Thursday, officials told residents to hurry final preparations for the potentially devastating storm that was about to hit. Louisiana Coast Experiencing a Second Hurricane in Just Six Short Weeks And then, with the arrival of Delta, residents along the Louisiana coast …
Read MoreFrom glowing lights dancing on the horizon to twice the destruction seen from twin tornadoes, rare weather phenomena have been mystifying humans since the beginning of time. Indeed, our atmosphere is capable of creating all kinds of beautiful — and destructive — occurrences. But some of these phenomena are incredibly …
Read MoreBreak out the candy buckets! Halloween night is fast approaching, and this year the spooky night will be a little bit spookier. That’s because this year, we’ll get a somewhat rare occurrence illuminating the sky. Ready to get spooky?! A Blue Moon Will Appear in the Halloween Night Sky The …
Read MoreFall has always been my favorite season. I not-so-secretly pine (see what I did there?) for this extra magical time of year. And how could you not love it? There’s a chill in the air as trees burst with vibrant colors. There’s apple cider and pumpkin spice. Of course, most …
Read MoreAt least three deaths have been blamed on Hurricane Sally, which made landfall near Gulf Shores, Alabama on Wednesday and then moved inland. As rescues continue, hundreds of thousands of people are still left without power in Florida and Alabama. Hurricane Sally Made Landfall as a Category 2 Sally lingered …
Read MoreWhile sweltering, summer heat continues to fuel the wildfires blazing on the West Coast, cities like Denver, Colorado are experiencing something else strange. It’s almost as if portions of the Rockies and High Plains are experiencing all four seasons across just a few days. Weather Roller Coaster Brings Snow Amid …
Read MoreLouisiana is now facing a long, grueling recovery in the wake of Hurricane Laura. The storm made landfall last Thursday as one of the strongest to ever hit the United States. In fact, the storm was the strongest hurricane to strike Louisiana since 1856. Laura struck with 150 mph winds, …
Read MoreHurricane Laura ripped through Louisiana early Thursday morning as one of the strongest storms to ever hit the state. The devastating storm left behind a wide path of destruction, and claimed at least six lives. When Laura swept ashore, the storm surge was less than projected. But that didn’t stop …
Read MoreAs firefighters continue to battle the explosive Lake Fire burning north of Los Angeles, a second wildfire has erupted — threatening to destroy even more homes. A New Wildfire Has Erupted in California The latest fire, which has been dubbed the Ranch 2 Fire, flared up Thursday afternoon. As of …
Read MoreSouth Korea is in the middle of one of its wettest monsoon seasons in recent history. So far, the relentless rains have claimed the lives of at least 18 people. Another 16 are currently missing. Downpours Have Been Ravaging Areas of South Korea for 44 Consecutive Days The central region …
Read MoreIf it feels like the summer heat has been relentless this year, that’s because it has been. In fact, we’re closing out the month with the second hottest July on record in many regions. The hot weather is doing more than just making us sweat, too. Farmers are certainly feeling …
Read MoreAs Hurricane Douglas continues on its path toward Hawaii, residents are being urged to shelter at home or with a friend instead of relying on public shelters. Social Distancing Is Limiting Available Space in Public Shelters Space in public shelters is more scarce than ever thanks to social distancing requirements …
Read MoreA Central California wildfire continues to burn, and has consumed over 30 square miles so far. The blaze, known as the Mineral Fire, was 30 percent contained as of Friday morning, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire). The wildfire began Monday, though the cause …
Read MoreA large tornado killed one person and injured two others when it hit northwest Minnesota late Wednesday. The storm also damaged multiple farmsteads. Tornado Significantly Damaged at Least Three Farmsteads in Minnesota The deadly tornado hit east of Dalton, Minnesota, between 5 pm and 5:30 pm CDT. It moved through …
Read MoreAbnormally hot weather is just around the corner, as a long-awaited wave of abnormally high heat is expected to build across much of the United States. Widespread extreme temperatures coupled with stifling humidity is expected, particularly in the majority of the central and eastern states. The National Weather Service Climate …
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