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United States Winter Forecast: Expect Warmer Conditions and Less Snowfall, Say Federal Forecasters

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United States Winter Forecast: Expect Warmer Conditions and Less Snowfall

The outlook from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) suggests that warmer conditions are likely in the North, while the South can expect more moisture and stormier conditions. The United States winter ahead is anticipated to feature below-average snowfall and a reduced number of extreme cold outbreaks, according to federal forecasters NOAA officials attribute … Read more

Waterspouts Lake Erie Shatter World Record with 181 in 24-Hour Spectacle

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Waterspouts Lake Erie Shatter World Record with 181 in 24-Hour Spectacle

The International Centre for Waterspout Research has confirmed that an astounding 181 waterspouts and funnel clouds were observed over Lake Erie on October 7, marking a historic achievement in the realm of waterspouts. Lake Erie has made waves, quite literally, by setting a new world record for the highest number of waterspouts Lake Erie spotted … Read more

The Amazon River Faces Unprecedented Crisis as Drought Hits 121-Year Low, Stranding Ships and Threatening Communities

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The Amazon River Faces Unprecedented Crisis as Drought Hits 121-Year Low

This dire situation is causing significant disruptions as cargo ships find themselves stranded at a key river port in the state of Amazonas, cutting off crucial supplies to remote villages in the region. Severe drought conditions have brought the Amazon River, a vital lifeline in Brazil’s Amazon rainforest, to a historic crisis, resulting in a … Read more

Over 200 Million Americans Bracing for Below Average Temperatures Sweep Across Eastern U.S.

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Over 200 Million Americans Bracing for Below Average Temperatures

A notable drop of 10-20 degrees below the typical seasonal norms is expected to chill the region. Over 200 million residents in the eastern half of the United States are bracing for a blast of below average temperatures this week The recent powerful storm system that swept across the nation is gradually retreating, though sporadic … Read more

New Tornado Simulator Project in Ames, Iowa Receives $14 Million NSF Grant for Safer Building Designs

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New Tornado Simulator Project in Ames, Iowa Receives $14 Million NSF Grant

Dr. Partha Sarkar, a researcher at Iowa State University, is leading this project aimed at gaining a deeper understanding of how buildings withstand the destructive forces of tornadoes. Groundbreaking initiative is underway to develop a cutting-edge new tornado simulator that could revolutionize the testing of structures in tornado-prone areas Sarkar’s endeavor is motivated by the … Read more

Unprecedented Surge in Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters Hits US in 2023

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Unprecedented Surge in Billion-Dollar Weather and Climate Disasters

This surge has established a new record, one unparalleled since 1980, when the nation initiated the systematic collection of data on such catastrophic events. The year 2023 has witnessed an extraordinary and alarming surge in billion-dollar weather and climate-related disasters within the United States The revelation comes directly from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration‘s … Read more

Clearwater Fire and Rescue Reports Extensive Storm Damage Across Florida

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Clearwater Fire and Rescue Reports Extensive Storm Damage

This powerful storm left a trail of destruction in its wake, causing significant damage to cars, homes, and businesses, according to local authorities. Clearwater Fire and Rescue played a pivotal role in responding to the aftermath of a severe storm system that swept through various parts of Florida early Thursday In Clearwater, a coastal city … Read more

Google Flood Hub Expands AI-Powered Flood Prediction to North America, Benefiting Over 12 Million People

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Google Flood Hub Expands AI-Powered Flood Prediction

This expansion will now benefit over 800 North American riverside communities with a collective population of more than 12 million. Google has revealed the expansion of its AI-powered tool, the “Google Flood Hub,” for enhanced river flood prediction in the U.S. and Canada The Google Flood Hub exemplifies how AI is becoming pivotal in addressing … Read more

Tropical Disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico Promises Much-Needed Relief with Heavy Rainfall for Drought-Stricken Gulf Coast

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Tropical Disturbance in the Gulf of Mexico

Regardless of its classification as tropical or non-tropical, this system is expected to bring substantial rainfall to the U.S. Gulf Coast, which is currently suffering from drought conditions. A new tropical disturbance, designated as Invest 93L, emerged in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico early on Monday, and its progress northward through midweek is being closely … Read more

Antarctic Sea Ice Plummets to Historic Low, Raising Climate Concerns

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Antarctic Sea Ice Plummets to Historic Low, Raising Climate Concerns

This new milestone, exceeding previous records by a substantial margin, represents a departure from the 45-year satellite record established in 1979. Scientists at the National Snow and Ice Data Center have reported an unprecedented wintertime low in Antarctic sea ice The deficient Antarctic sea ice this year, as Chief of Climate Monitoring at the World … Read more