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fromwww.npr.org
20 hours ago
Washington DC

Opinion: Lessons from a bad weather forecast

Meteorologists overestimated a storm's severity in Washington, D.C., leading to widespread panic and preparations that ultimately proved unnecessary.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
10 months ago
US news

The National Weather Service Is Understaffed and Facing Huge CutsThat Could Cost Lives

Advancements in weather forecasting have significantly improved safety and saved lives, but proposed funding cuts threaten these gains.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
20 hours ago

Opinion: Lessons from a bad weather forecast

Meteorologists overestimated a storm's severity in Washington, D.C., leading to widespread panic and preparations that ultimately proved unnecessary.
US news
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
10 months ago

The National Weather Service Is Understaffed and Facing Huge CutsThat Could Cost Lives

Advancements in weather forecasting have significantly improved safety and saved lives, but proposed funding cuts threaten these gains.
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fromSFGATE
2 days ago

Hawaii braces for new storm as it still recovers from the last

We're not expecting much in terms of winds, mainly just going to be flood potential. And thinking that the focus is going to be Oahu, Maui County and Big Island, with Kauai kind of being on the fringes of it versus, you know, all the Islands were impacted last time.
Environment
New York City
fromNBC New York
4 weeks ago

Does a blizzard warning mean NYC schools are closed on Monday? What to know

New York City will likely use remote learning rather than traditional snow days if the blizzard impacts schools.
World news
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 months ago

Bay Area families fear for safety of loved ones in Jamaica as Hurricane Melissa approaches

Bay Area families worry as Category 4 Hurricane Melissa approaches Jamaica, prompting preparations, reinforced roofs, money transfers, and concerns about slow-moving storm impacts and heavy surf.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
6 months ago

One Year Ago, Hurricane Helene Devastated My Community - and Taught Me What It Means to Be a Good Neighbor

A family relocated to Asheville seeking a climate refuge but still faced major storm challenges despite extensive home resilience measures.
Environment
fromMail Online
6 months ago

Hurricane Kiko's sudden shift sparks warning to prepare NOW

Hurricane Kiko re-intensified to Category 4 and is projected to approach Hawaii early next week, prompting preparations for heavy rain, flooding, and strong winds.
fromTravel + Leisure
8 months ago

What to Know Before Traveling During Hurricane Season, According to a Native Floridian

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is forecasting a range of 13 to 19 total named storms. Of those, 6-10 are forecast to become hurricanes, including 3-5 major hurricanes.
Travel
#hurricane-season
Miami food
fromwww.orlandosentinel.com
9 months ago

NOAA predicts above average' number of storms in hurricane season starting June 1

Prepare for an above-average hurricane season with NOAA predicting 13 to 19 named storms, including 6 to 10 hurricanes.
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Miami food
fromSun Sentinel
10 months ago

Summer means dangerous lightning in Florida. Here's how to stay safe.

Florida experiences the highest lightning strike density in the U.S., posing significant dangers during stormy weather.
In 2024, Florida reported five lightning-related fatalities, highlighting the urgency for safety measures against lightning.
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