Ever wondered how the heat outside could influence what happens inside our cities? Well, it turns out that the temperature can have a pretty big impact on violent crime rates. Scientists have been studying this for years, but most of the time, they look at long periods and assume the effects are str
The Palmetto State is in for a weather mix-up! Right now, it's sunny and cool, but hold onto your hats—it's going to get even chillier. An Arctic blast is on its way, so bundle up! Today, temperatures are in the low to mid-50s, with lots of sun. But don't get too comfy, because colder air is coming
You might know that extreme temperatures can lead to more people being admitted to the hospital. But did you know that these same temperatures can also make people stay in the hospital longer? In a study done in Hong Kong, researchers found that patients with heart and lung diseases stayed longer in
Get ready, folks! Mother Nature is dishing out a massive dose of Arctic air, and it's heading straight for the eastern two-thirds of the United States. This isn't your average winter cold; we're talking dangerously low temperatures that will affect over 70% of the country's population. The cold spel
As we kick off 2025, the weather is taking a cooler turn. High pressure is moving in, bringing dry and breezy conditions. Expect temperatures to peak in the mid-to-upper 50s today, but don't get too comfortable—it's going to get colder. Overnight, temperatures will drop to the upper 20s to lower 30s
Ever wished you could predict the weather just by looking at what people are wearing? Believe it or not, scientists have made that possible! They've created a smart system using artificial intelligence to figure out air temperature from pictures of people's clothing. This may seem like a fun game, b
As we wrap up 2023, a significant weather shift is on the horizon. Temperatures are expected to plummet to the 50s today, a stark contrast from yesterday's high of 82 degrees. This chill is courtesy of a cold front that swept through overnight. Accompanied by a brisk north wind, the evening temperat
As 2024 wraps up, we're set for some peaceful weather. But don't get too cozy! The Weather Team is keeping an eye on two cold fronts that will bring cooler temps to welcome 2025. Tonight and tomorrow, we’ll see temps dip to the low 50s with clear skies. Expect some fog in the morning, which will cle
In cities, sewage treatment plants use unique reactors with moving bed biofilms to clean wastewater. These reactors rely on microbes to break down the waste. Scientists studied how cold temperatures impact these microbes. They found that when it gets cold, the quality of the treated water decreases.
Western Wisconsin has been basking in mild weather lately, with temperatures hovering in the low to mid-40s. But, as we roll into 2025, expect a big change. A blast of cold air is on the way, dropping temperatures to the mid-20s by Wednesday and even down to the teens by next weekend. Today, we'll s
