Let's dive in to this mess. First of all, it must have been a real shock when 100 million people across 22 states received weather alerts on Thursday. Snow, sleet, and freezing rain are expected to make travel from the midwest to the north-east and mid-Atlantic a nightmare for days. From Nebraska to Massachusetts, people should be prepared for some treacherous commu...
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It was a rollercoaster of events as Storm Éowyn, named after the fierce heroine from Tolkien's tales, hit Ireland and Scotland. Forecasters raised a red alert, warning of danger to life, as blistering winds reached up to 114 mph (183 kph). People were advised to stay indoors, and many did, but sadly, a man lost his life when a tree fell on his car in County Donegal. ...
Ireland and parts of the U. K. are having a tough time with Storm Éowyn causing record-breaking winds. In Ireland, wind gusts hit 114 mph in County Galway. ESB Networks reported that over 715, 000 homes, businesses, and farms were without power. Scottish Power also reported around 15, 000 customers affected in Scotland. Dublin Airport had to cancel more than 230 fli...
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 roads slippery and visibility poor, which is risky for travelers. Plus,...
In the South, the ice and snow from a recent winter storm have started to melt away. Duke Energy reports that electricity has been restored in parts of North Carolina and South Carolina. These areas had lost power for several days due to the storm. In Atlanta, flight schedules are returning to normal after around 1, 000 cancellations or delays on Saturday. Airport of...
You know how sometimes plans change because of the weather? That's exactly what happened with the NBA game between the Houston Rockets and the Atlanta Hawks. The game was supposed to happen on Saturday, but a winter storm in Atlanta made the roads too icy and unsafe. The NBA decided to postpone the game to keep everyone—players, fans, and staff—safe. They didn't say ...
A nasty mix of freezing rain and below-freezing temperatures has been causing havoc in North Georgia. The winter storm began with snow, transitioned into freezing rain, and now icy conditions are intensifying. As of 11:00 a. m. , Georgia Power reported that they still have around 60, 000 customers without power. They have managed to restore electricity to more than ...
Winter is here in North Texas, and with it comes the chance of power outages due to freezing temperatures and ice storms. The National Weather Service in Fort Worth has some tips to help you stay safe and warm if the power goes out. First, try to keep the heat inside your home. Close the curtains and blinds to block out the cold. Close off rooms you don't need to us...
As meteorologists warn about a winter mix heading toward the Midlands, power companies are getting ready to handle potential power outages. Bob Paulling, CEO of Mid Carolina Electric Cooperative, explains their plan: "We'll have our initial meeting at four o'clock today to figure out what we'll need. We may have follow-up calls to adjust these needs. " Dominion Energ...