STORM PATTERNS

May 14 2026ENVIRONMENT

Stuck in a weather rut: why the Northeast can’t shake off the gray skies

A stubborn weather pattern is keeping the Northeast stuck between low pressure and endless clouds. Instead of warm spring days, the region is facing a stretch of cool, damp weather thanks to what’s called an Omega block—a high-pressure ridge squeezing a low-pressure system in place. This setup acts

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