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Oct 12 2024WEATHER

Hurricane Milton: Conspiracy Theories in Overdrive

Hurricane Milton's damage was less severe than expected, thanks to a late shift in the storm's path. Still, it caused significant harm, with tornadoes and floods killing 16 people and displacing thousands. Power outages and disease threats add to the ongoing chaos from Hurricane Helene. Meteorologis

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Disney Workers Face Storm Dilemma

Imagine working at Disney World when Hurricane Milton hits. The park stays open, but the weather is terrifying. Employees feel stuck. They're worried about their jobs if they leave early. Disney is trying to keep the park fun for guests and safe for workers. Many employees stick it out, feeling fina

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

City Lights Up with Rare Northern Lights Show

Imagine the surprise of New Yorkers when the night sky lit up with a dazzling display of northern lights! This wasn't just any usual night; it was a special event that hadn't been seen in a long time. The New York Metro Weather shared a stunning photo of the vibrant purple and pink hues over the cit

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Weather Experts Face Online Threats Amid Hurricane Misinformation

Meteorologists tracking Hurricane Milton have been flooded with conspiracy theories and even death threats, as false claims about weather control spread across social media. The chaos began after Hurricane Helene hit six states, causing hundreds of deaths. This misinformation, partly fueled by Donal

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Northern Lights Show in Texas: A Rare Solar Event

Imagine this: a Thursday night in Texas, and the sky is painted with vibrant magenta and green hues from the Aurora Borealis, usually seen only in polar regions. This isn't a regular occurrence—it's the result of a severe geomagnetic storm. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA)

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Fisherman's Clever Cooler Rescue

A fisherman in Florida had a wild night at sea after his boat broke down during Hurricane Milton. He spent the night clinging to an ice box in 25-foot waves, nearly 30 miles off the coast! The U.S. Coast Guard swooped in and saved him with a helicopter on Thursday. The strong winds and giant waves m

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Brrr! Cold Snap Hits Midwest and New England

Hey there, listen up! A big chill is on its way to the Midwest and New England. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued freeze warnings and frost advisories across 11 states. If you're in West Virginia, Pennsylvania, parts of Virginia, or a tiny bit of Maryland, you'll want to bundle up until

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Space Weather Delays Hurricane Recovery

Ever heard of a solar storm affecting hurricane recovery? Well, that's what's happening now. Last night and today, space had a dramatic meltdown, creating a "severe" G4 geomagnetic storm. This storm lit up the sky with beautiful auroras across the U.S. But the fun didn't stop there. The storm is exp

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Florida's Theme Parks Back in Action After Hurricane Milton

After the storm, Florida's theme parks, including Walt Disney World, Universal Orlando, and SeaWorld, reopened their doors to guests. But while the fun was back on, the aftermath of Hurricane Milton was still felt by many. The storm left at least 16 people dead and over 340 rescued. Plus, around 2 m

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Oct 11 2024WEATHER

Weather Report: A Super Bowl Surprise

Imagine watching a weather report during a hurricane and hearing about a famous football game! That’s what happened when The Weather Channel’s Paul Goodloe mentioned Super Bowl LI while covering Hurricane Milton in Florida. The storm hit Wednesday night, and Goodloe was reporting from Sarasota as th

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