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Nov 12 2024WEATHER

Fire Danger: A Warning for Massachusetts

Massachusetts is under a red flag warning due to high fire risk. While the wind isn't unusually strong by New England standards, it's enough to quickly spread fires in our dry conditions. The recent rain did little to help, as warm temperatures dried it up. Gusty winds and low humidity will keep the

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Nov 12 2024WEATHER

Colorado's Week Ahead: Sun, Warmth, and a Touch of Showers

This week, folks in Colorado Springs and Pueblo can look forward to a mix of weather. Let's start with Wednesday, which will be the coolest day with highs around 48°F in Colorado Springs and 47°F in Pueblo. But don't worry, the sun will be shining brightly! Thursday gets even better with temperature

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Nov 12 2024HEALTH

Guessing Baby Loss: Local vs National Predictions

Imagine trying to figure out how many babies might pass away. This is crucial for planning healthcare services. The number can change based on things like the baby's gender, where they live, or their parents' background. Sometimes, local predictions don't match national ones, which can cause problem

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Nov 12 2024BUSINESS

Diving into Ocean Data with Current Lab

Ever thought about how useful it would be to have a weather forecast for the ocean? That's exactly what Kevin Rosa had in mind when he founded Current Lab. As a PhD student at the University of Rhode Island, Rosa was working on models to simulate ocean currents when he got an interesting request fro

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Nov 09 2024SCIENCE

Improving Weather Forecasts: A Tale of Soil Moisture Data

Scientists are diving into the world of data assimilation to boost weather and hydrological forecasts. They've combined a land data assimilation component with a global atmospheric model called NICAM-LETKF. This mix allows them to conduct two types of experiments: strongly and weakly coupled land-at

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Nov 09 2024FINANCE

Weather Predictions and Financial Tools: A Fresh Look

Let's talk about an interesting mix: weather forecasting and financial tools. You might be wondering why these two seemingly different worlds would ever meet. Well, there's a connection that's not just fascinating but also a bit complex. First, let's chat about weather derivatives. These are like i

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Nov 08 2024WEATHER

Brace Yourself: A Big Snowstorm is Coming!

Get ready, folks! A Winter Storm Warning is in effect until Saturday morning. We're expecting quite a dump of snow, with some areas seeing up to 30 inches! If you're in the Trinidad region, bundle up tight, as you might get hit with the most snow. Drive carefully tonight and tomorrow morning, as roa

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Nov 08 2024CRIME

Cracking Crime with Time Series

Ever thought about predicting crimes before they happen? Well, that's exactly what the London police are trying to do. Starting in 2017, crimes in London's different boroughs started to rise rapidly. But how do you stop something that's already happened? That's where data mining comes in. By digging

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Nov 07 2024WEATHER

Hurricane Rafael: A Storm to Watch

On Wednesday, Hurricane Rafael got stronger, reaching Category 3 status. This means it has winds between 111 to 129 mph, making it a major hurricane. Rafael is expected to move over the southeastern Gulf of Mexico by nighttime and across the Gulf this weekend. Forecasters warn that Rafael could bri

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Nov 07 2024WEATHER

Rainy Days Ahead! Get Ready for Puddles and Clouds

Hey there, folks! Are you ready for some wet weather? We're expecting heavy rain to hit the Midlands tonight and tomorrow morning. Yes, that's right—it's time to pull out your rain boots and umbrellas! Meteorologists have issued a special weather alert for these days, so let's dive into what's going

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