Just when people thought they could finally catch their breath after Hurricane Helene, here comes another storm system emerging from the Gulf of Mexico. Meteorologists are closely watching this one because it has a good chance—around 40%—of turning into a tropical storm in the next week. This is hap
Florida residents are gearing up for a rough few days as two storms, Helene and Isaac, approach. Tonight, Helene is expected to hit the northwest coast of Florida. Initially a tropical storm, Helene has been bumped up to a Category 2 hurricane with winds zooming past 100 mph. The governors of severa
Lawmakers in California are trying to tackle the long-standing issue of sudden gas price hikes. They've proposed a new law that would require fuel refineries to keep a certain amount of gasoline in reserve. This is meant to make sure there’s enough supply, especially during summer when prices often
Imagine finding yourself in the heat of a debate, eagerly presenting your views, only to have your voice abruptly silenced. This is what happened to JD Vance, a candidate, during a recent CBS News debate. While discussing Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio, moderator Margaret Brennan interrupted
California is gearing up for an unusual water year. Experts warn of crazy weather swings, including extreme rain, severe droughts, and scorching heatwaves. The water year starts on October 12 and wraps up on September 30 next year. Usually, the fall brings some rain, with most of it falling between
Columbia just got a real taste of Tropical Storm Helene, and it wasn’t pleasant. The airport clocked a wind gust at 67 mph, which is pretty strong! Lots of power lines went down, and trees fell everywhere because of the storm. Heavy rains made things worse by soaking the ground. When more rain came,
Imagine a planet where one side is always day, and the other is always night. That's what happens on WASP-107b, but there’s something strange about it. Its atmosphere is taller on one side than the other, making it look lopsided. This might not sound like a big deal, but for astronomers, it's a surp
As we head into the weekend, Baton Rouge is set for beautiful weather. Temperatures will hover around the mid-80s on Saturday, with clear skies and a light west breeze making it perfect for outdoor activities. LSU football fans can look forward to a comfortable game day, with temperatures around 80
As summer winds down, the Hayden Farmers Market in Idaho gears up for one of its biggest events of the year - the Fall Fest. This annual celebration brings together locals and visitors alike to enjoy live music, colorful vendor stalls, and delicious food. It's more than just a market; it's a party!
It's been just a week since Hurricane Helene ravaged the Southeast, leaving a trail of destruction and loss of life. Now, the Gulf Coast is bracing for another potential threat - a brewing tropical disturbance in the Western Caribbean Sea. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has reported a "large, d
