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Jun 10 2026WEATHER

Weather check: Could strong storms delay Omaha’s summer plans?

Omaha’s weather might throw a surprise at the city just as summer festivities begin. A wave of intense storms could sweep through, bringing heavy rain and cooler temperatures right when people are getting ready for outdoor events. While the exact timing remains uncertain, the forecast suggests these

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Jun 07 2026WEATHER

Weather shift brings weekend warnings for New York City

A weekend weather shift is about to shake up New York City. Big changes are coming Saturday afternoon into Sunday. Heavy rain and strong winds will replace the sunny, warm days people have been enjoying. Temperatures that climbed into the 80s and low 90s will drop as the storm rolls in. New York’s e

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Jun 02 2026TECHNOLOGY

Weather Warnings Reach 69 Million in Many Languages

The National Weather Service is now sending storm alerts to 69 million people in a variety of languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese and Samoan. This shift comes after researchers used artificial intelligence to speed up translations of forecast messages. In the past, bilingual fore

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May 31 2026WEATHER

May is bringing a messy mix of wind and damp in New England

Late May in Massachusetts and nearby states isn't living up to its usual mild reputation this week. While the morning might start calm, a slow-moving storm is set to sweep through southern New England, bringing gusty winds and steady rain. The strongest gusts—potentially reaching 50 to 60 mph near t

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May 28 2026WEATHER

Florida’s soggy days ahead: rain brings relief but not cool comfort

Florida can’t seem to catch a break from the heat, even when the skies open up. The state’s been struggling with drought, so rain is welcome—but not all at once. Heavy downpours could turn streets into rivers in some spots, while the humidity sticks around like an uninvited guest. Instead of making

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May 27 2026WEATHER

Storms Head to Maryland: What You Need to Know

Rain and wind are on the move toward Maryland this Wednesday. Meteorologists warn that showers could turn into isolated thunderstorms, especially around Baltimore and the areas just south of it. The forecast calls for gusty winds that might damage trees and power lines, along with heavy rain during

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May 23 2026WEATHER

Weekend outlook: North Texas braces for scattered storms but still has dry moments

North Texas can expect mixed conditions this holiday weekend. After a mostly dry Friday with temperatures in the 80s, the pattern changes Friday night when an upper-level disturbance brings the first round of scattered showers and thunderstorms. These could linger into early Saturday, setting the st

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May 19 2026WEATHER

Storm winds shut down Iowa highway as tornado touches down nearby

Sunday evening in Sergeant Bluff, Iowa, drivers got a sudden reminder of nature’s power when 70 mph gusts forced Interstate 29 to a complete stop. Traffic cameras showed swirling rain so thick headlights disappeared into the storm. At the same time, radar confirmed a tornado touching down just 15 mi

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May 19 2026HEALTH

Health Crises Push Africa to Handle Its Own Disease Fights

Fresh Ebola cases in Central Africa and a surprise hantavirus scare on a ship show why African nations are rethinking how they protect public health. Over the past few years, governments got most of their disease-fighting cash from outside donors, but that money has dropped sharply. The United State

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May 17 2026WEATHER

Why this week’s weather feels like a mood swing

This week’s weather pattern reads like a seasonal mood ring—changing fast and not always pleasant. Tonight stays unusually warm for a spring evening, with clouds rolling in and temperatures refusing to dip below the mid-60s. It’s the kind of night that might make you question if winter ever left. T

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