The summer sun is tough on lawns. The heat dries them up and the dead thatch blocks new growth. In addition, the dry soil won’t support any shoots that try to make it through. The wet spring has probably brought out weeds like dandelions that reproduce like, well, weeds, and …
Read MoreMany people complain of their teeth hurting in the winter months, after they’ve come inside from breathing cold air. Just as sensitive teeth problems were ignored for many years, many people have chalked it up to general winter malaise. Now we know that cold sensitivity is a real thing. Many …
Read MoreWeather affects many things, but did you know that it can also impact the economy in big ways, both in prediction and in outcome? Over one trillion dollars of the US economy is dependent on the weather. As you might expect, agriculture, tourism, and construction are three of the major …
Read MoreAs the seasons change, bugs become more active. They seem to literally come out of the woodwork. The spring bugs are coming out of their dormant period and reproduction is their prime instinct. Reproduction takes food. The rainy spring drives ants inside, looking for higher, drier ground. A few ants …
Read MoreWhether you’ve added a few pounds due to the COVID-19 lockdown, or whether you needed to shed a few even before it began, the emergence of summer has made people want to get out and exercise to get that summer body, or just get back into shape. Unfortunately, being sedentary …
Read MoreTropical Depression Three, which formed in the Gulf of Mexico on Monday, became Tropical Storm Cristobal on Tuesday, setting a record and is expected to reach the US by Sunday or Monday. Cristobal becomes 3rd Atlantic Storm, expected to reach US Sunday or Monday The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season kicked …
Read MoreTropical Depression Three, which formed in the Gulf of Mexico on Monday, is forecast to intensify into a tropical storm in the coming hours, setting a record and could reach the US by next week. Tropical depression 3 in Gulf could become tropical storm in coming hours, setting a record …
Read MoreMonday, June 1, marks the “official” start of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season and forecasters expect a hyperactive one, as a third storm has a 70% chance of developing this week, while states are already battling coronavirus and rioters. And soon, it will also be wildfire season in the West …
Read MoreWe’re not quite in summer yet but the heat has arrived early and it’s stirring up wildlife, as well as bringing weather-related threats that have prompted officials to issue numerous warnings and reminders to keep people safe. Here’s what you need to know and watch out for… NWS warns beachgoers …
Read MoreSevere storms will be possible throughout the eastern half of the US today, particularly in the mid-South, Southeast and southern portion of the Central US. In the West, strong storms could occur over Denver and surrounding areas. Strong storms, some severe, over southern and eastern US The National Weather Service …
Read MoreThe second named storm of the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season has formed early off of the coast of South Carolina on Wednesday, bringing flood and Tropical Storm warnings by the NWS to the Carolinas and Virginia. Bertha: Second tropical storm forms ahead of official hurricane season start Tropical storm Bertha …
Read MoreTemperatures are going to spike across the US this week and, and as it does, it may become harder to breathe with a mask on. But, health officials are urging people to continue wearing masks in public places. As businesses around the country begin to open up, people are beginning …
Read MoreMemorial Day weekend is getting off to a stormy and soggy start on Friday as the eastern half of the US will see prevalent thunderstorms for the next three days, as well as severe weather in the central US with the potential for flooding. Memorial Day weekend: Thunderstorms and soggy …
Read MoreOne of the biggest mistakes people make is assuming their insurance will cover damage that occurs to their home or belongings during storms, when it doesn’t – here’s what you need to know to make sure you have the coverage you need. Spring always sees strong weather activity. This week …
Read MoreNASA scientists are warning that a “Solar Minimum” is coming and one that occurred in the 1800s called the “Dalton Minimum” had some dire consequences for Earth. NASA says the solar minimum is coming If you are looking for good investments for beginners, you might want to consider things not …
Read MoreA slow-moving system will bring more flooding to parts of the eastern US today, as portions of the Ohio Valley and South still struggle to recover from yesterday’s deluge and extreme weather that spawned tornadoes in several places. Flooding in Ohio Valley and East, warnings, and watches in effect Monday …
Read MoreThe 2020 Atlantic hurricane season has begun early for the 6th year in a row as Tropical Storm Arthur formed on Saturday night off the Florida coast and could make landfall at the North Carolina coast on Monday morning. NWS warning as Tropical Storm Arthur headed for North Carolina coast …
Read MoreThere’s lots of vigorous and violent weather activity going on for Friday: 8 6.5 magnitude earthquake strikes Nevada with over a dozen aftershocks so far, while 3 separate severe weather fronts and 2 separate flash flooding fronts could bring a day of violent weather. 6.5 magnitude earthquake rocks Nevada, felt …
Read MoreWith the NHC now giving a 70 percent chance of a subtropical storm developing in the Atlantic and kicking off the hurricane season early, it brings up the question: What’s the difference between a tropical and subtropical storm? A tropical vs. subtropical storm While tropical systems and subtropical systems are …
Read MoreA large swath of the central Plains is under a Level-3 risk of severe weather today amid already very active spring weather activity, threatening the possibility of spawning tornadoes in the infamous area known as tornado alley. Severe weather in central US could unleash tornadoes today A severe weather threat …
Read MoreWith forecasters already predicting an above-average hurricane season, there’s a hint that we could be off to an early start as meteorologists are watching a preseason tropical development near the Bahamas. An early start to hurricane season? The Atlantic hurricane season officially begins on June 1, but forecasters are watching …
Read MoreOver a dozen updated projections by a number of agencies are forecasting an above average in possibly even extremely active hurricane season according to weather experts. Experts predict above average, even extremely active hurricane season Experts are predicting the possibility of an extremely active hurricane season, with the potential of …
Read MoreA nor’easter will be ushered in this weekend courtesy of a week polar vortex which will bring record cold temperatures to the eastern half of the nation over the weekend. Incredible weather pattern for May set to break records “Over 100 million Americans will drop below freezing over the next …
Read MoreA polar vortex will bring frigid temperatures beginning on Friday and continuing through Saturday to several parts of the country, while also bringing snow, setting records and breaking low temperatures marks for mid-May. Cold and snow records could be set this weekend Don’t put away that dry skin moisturizer just …
Read MoreThe “super flower moon” will be the last supermoon of 2020 and the best views will be available tonight and predawn hours of tomorrow even though it reaches its peak on May 7 – don’t miss this big, bright spectacle! Second supermoon in a row will be the last of …
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