WEATHER HAZARDS

Oct 20 2025WEATHER

North Bay's Week of Waves and Weather Wonders

The North Bay is in for a wild ride this week, with waves and weather taking center stage. First up, the ocean is getting feisty. Big, powerful waves are rolling in from the northwest, and they're not just any waves. These are the kind that can create sneaky rip currents and sneaker waves. You know, the ones that suddenly surge up the beach and catch people off guard...

reading time about 1 minute
Feb 13 2025TECHNOLOGY

Weather Warnings on the Road: Google Maps Steps Up Safety

Google Maps is getting a weather-focused upgrade to help drivers stay safe. New options for reporting weather-related issues are being tested. These include flooded roads, low visibility, and unplowed roads. This addition is part of Google's ongoing effort to make their map app the best out there. The new features were first spotted on Android Auto and later on iPho...

reading time about 1 minute
Oct 02 2024ENTERTAINMENT

A Stormy Night's Lesson in Flight Safety

On April 14, 1993, American Airlines flight 102 was on its way from Honolulu to Dallas. It was a rough night with thunderstorms and heavy turbulence. The flight crew prepared for landing, but the weather made it difficult. Lightning hit the right wing, and the plane started to drift off course during landing. A fire broke out behind the left engine. The captain order...

reading time less than a minute