Get ready for a cold blast! Winter storm warnings are up across eight US states. Expect lots of snow, freezing rain, and maybe even a blizzard. This means roads could be really dangerous. People who are very young or old need to be extra careful because the freezing temperatures can make them sick.
In a surprising turn of events, Florida's beaches have been covered with snow while Alaska's usually snowy wilderness takes a break from winter. This week, Pensacola saw a rare snowfall of 8. 9 inches, a sight not typically seen in the Sunshine State. Meanwhile, Juneau in Alaska has only received 8.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has recently alerted everyone about the unusually low water levels in Galveston Bay, which is not far from Houston. This situation, dubbed "abnormally low, " could make navigation tricky for boaters due to the shallow waters. The NWS issued a low water advisory on
Ethiopia's Wollo area is heavily reliant on rain for agriculture, but the amount and distribution of rainfall can vary greatly over time and space. A recent study looked into how much and how often it rained in Wollo from 1981 to 2022. The study used data from the Climate Hazards Group Infrared Prec
It was a rollercoaster of events as Storm Éowyn, named after the fierce heroine from Tolkien's tales, hit Ireland and Scotland. Forecasters raised a red alert, warning of danger to life, as blistering winds reached up to 114 mph (183 kph). People were advised to stay indoors, and many did, but sadly
Ireland and parts of the U. K. are having a tough time with Storm Éowyn causing record-breaking winds. In Ireland, wind gusts hit 114 mph in County Galway. ESB Networks reported that over 715, 000 homes, businesses, and farms were without power. Scottish Power also reported around 15, 000 customers
Winter weather has caused some schools in South Carolina to adjust their schedules for Friday, January 24. Snow and ice are clearing, but safety remains a priority. Many districts will start classes two hours later than usual. This delay allows roads to be assessed and gives everyone more time to tr
It's happened again! Universal Orlando Resort has called off another weekend at Volcano Bay, the popular water theme park, due to those pesky low temperatures and nasty weather making their way through Central Florida. This time, Mother Nature has caused the park to close its doors on Friday, Januar
As the sun rose on Wednesday, chilly air filled homes that had lost power in the capital area. DEMCO initially reported about 2, 600 customers without electricity in Livingston Parish. By mid-morning, the number dropped to zero. Entergy reported a similar situation in Ascension and East Baton Rouge
Feeling a bit chilly? So is Disney's Blizzard Beach water park! They've decided to keep the gates closed for a couple more days as Central Florida continues to experience some unusually cold temperatures. Initially slated to reopen on January 22, the park will now remain closed until Friday, January
