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Feb 07 2025WEATHER

Winter's Weekend Surprise in Metro Detroit

Metro Detroit is bracing for more snow this weekend. It's not here yet. The snow is expected to arrive on Saturday afternoon or evening. The heaviest snow is expected closer to sunset. It will be windy with temperatures making it feel colder. This is not good news for those who hate the cold. This i

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Feb 07 2025ENVIRONMENT

Making Algae Farms Smarter with Weather Forecasts

First, let's talk about algae. You know, those tiny plants that live in water? People want to use them to make biofuels and proteins. But growing algae on a large scale can be tricky because of changing weather conditions. There is a problem and a solution. New technology called FIPO is a game-chan

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Feb 06 2025WEATHER

Winter's Double Trouble: Snow and Ice to Hit 22 States

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 t

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Feb 06 2025POLITICS

Storm Warnings: What's Happening with America's Weather Service?

Imagine trying to track a hurricane when you're short on staff and facing major cuts. That's the reality for the National Weather Service (NWS). The agency, which helps keep Americans safe during storms, is facing big challenges. The NWS is dealing with low staffing levels. This isn't some

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Feb 05 2025WEATHER

Snow 'n' freeze: Metro Detroit's coming wintery mix

Across Southeast Michigan, folks will be watching temperatures drop starting this week! Let's break it down. A few hours ago Tuesday night, shirts and shorts weren't enough anymore. Coldness came moving in, tipping scales to low teens, Upper teens in Dearborn and similar Metro Detroit area

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Feb 05 2025WEATHER

Dallas Sirens: What to do When You Hear Them Outside

Heading into Dallas during a sunny afternoon. Suddenly, you hear an uncanny wailing sound. Is it dangerous outside. Minneapolis is equipped with an outdoor warning system. This system is put into action stern weather events to keep people indoors. Generally, it's not clear to novices about the

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Feb 05 2025EDUCATION

Spring Break Rethink: School Days Added Due to Winter Weather

South Carolina’s Dorchester County School District 4 has made a bold move. They’re shifting plans due to winter weather. The original school day, April 21st, was supposed to be a teacher workday. It is now a regular school day for students. This decision is a direct response to the recent bad weathe

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Feb 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

Breathe Easy: What Happened To Pollution Levels in Five Indian Cities During Lockdowns?

Lockdowns forced a drastic change in the way cities breathed. This allowed a rare window to observe how air quality performs when humans stay indoors for long durations. Five big cities in India were tracked: Delhi on the north, Kolkata on the East, Bengaluru on the south, with Hyderabad and Visak

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Feb 04 2025CRIME

Crash and Recovery: Searching for Answers in the Potomac

In the heart of Washington, D. C. , a grim task is ongoing. The tragic collision of two aircraft over the Potomac River has left the world grappling with shock and loss. The Potomac river is saccharine with the taste of jet fuel, leaving divers to sift through tangled metal and debris. Thousands o

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Feb 04 2025WEATHER

Warm Up Your Tires: Snow's Coming to Minnesota

A new round of wintry weather is set to hit Minnesota on Wednesday. The National Weather Service predicts that areas north of I-94 might see a good 2 inches of snow or more. This storm could make roads slippery all over the area, thanks to a mix of precipitation. Snow lovers might be excited, but d

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