Ever noticed how Minnesotans love chatting about the chilly winter weather? Well, get ready for a new term! The National Weather Service has decided to swap "wind chill" with "extreme cold. " Why the change? To make weather warnings easier to understand. Instead of "wind chill advisories, " you'll n
So, it's happening again! The National Weather Service (NWS) has warned five states about some serious snowfall. We're talking about up to eight inches in certain places. This snow isn't just about building snowmen. It can make roads slippery for drivers and even cause power outages. Plus, really co
Get ready for a mix of weather in South Carolina! The week will start off dry and cool, with the sun shining brightly. But don't get too comfortable, because rain is on its way by the weekend. A low-pressure system is moving in, bringing showers that could be heavy, especially in the western and sou
Ever wondered why January in South Carolina often feels colder than December? You're not alone. The reason lies in how the Earth stores and loses heat. Even though winter starts in late December, it takes time for the ground and air to cool down after the warmth of summer and fall. This delay, calle
The National Weather Service in Los Angeles is alerting people in a unique way. They’ve posted a “Particularly Dangerous Situation” (PDS) warning for the region due to a high risk of wildfires. This warning, in bright pink letters, is meant to grab attention and prepare southern California residents
This week, the United States is experiencing some crazy weather! In the central states, it's incredibly cold, with temperatures dropping to -22 degrees Fahrenheit in the northern Midwest. Meanwhile, it's much warmer in parts of Florida and California, reaching up to 77 degrees Fahrenheit. NASA's GEO
Early Monday, six states were on high alert as the National Weather Service (NWS) predicted a significant snowstorm. Wyoming, Montana, South Dakota, New York, Michigan, and Alaska were expecting snowfall, with some areas in Alaska potentially receiving up to 24 inches. This weather event can make ro
Severe storms and tornadoes are some of nature's most dangerous events, causing significant damage and harm. The weather conditions near the surface are heavily influenced by large-scale weather patterns, known as synoptic patterns. To understand how tornadoes might change with the climate, scientis
On Monday evening, Japan experienced a strong earthquake with an initial magnitude of 6. 9, later revised to 6. 6. The quake struck the southwestern region of the country, specifically in the Kyushu prefecture. Despite the initial high magnitude estimate, no major damage was reported. However, coast
In Los Angeles and Ventura counties, a severe warning called "particularly dangerous situation" is in place from Tuesday dawn to Wednesday noon. This is the first time since 2024 the National Weather Service has issued this alert. Wind speeds could reach up to 70 mph, with relative humidity as low a
