Extreme weather events like Hurricane Helene are challenging authorities and forecasters in communicating links to climate change. This has led some Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, to label climate change as a "scam." The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) a
When Hurricane Helene hit Georgia and North Carolina, it wasn't just homes that were destroyed. The storm turned into a political fight between the Biden-Harris administration and former President Donald Trump. Trump claimed that Georgia Governor Brian Kemp couldn't reach President Joe Biden for hel
Have you ever seen someone try to be funny in the middle of a disaster? That's what Skyler Simpson, an OnlyFans model, did during Hurricane Helene. She filmed herself walking through flooded streets in Tampa, Florida, wearing a pink bikini and holding an umbrella that kept getting blown away by stro
This week is looking pretty calm weather-wise. An upper trough is hanging around north of us, which might bring some scattered showers here and there. But don't worry, most places will stay dry. By midweek, high pressure will step in to keep things mostly dry until Thursday and Friday. Temperatures
A big storm is causing major changes to the election campaigns in two important states. Hurricane Helene has been causing trouble in Georgia and North Carolina, and it's affecting how politicians are planning their visits. Vice President Kamala Harris is adjusting her schedule to visit these areas a
Just when people thought they could finally catch their breath after Hurricane Helene, here comes another storm system emerging from the Gulf of Mexico. Meteorologists are closely watching this one because it has a good chance—around 40%—of turning into a tropical storm in the next week. This is hap
As Hurricane Helene approaches, Columbia is taking action to protect its infrastructure. The city's public works crews are working non-stop to prepare for the worst. Robert Anderson, the Public Works Director, highlights three critical tasks: ensuring vehicles are fueled and ready, clearing wastewat
Get ready to enjoy some beautiful weather! Over the next few days, we can expect plenty of sunshine and comfortably low humidity. The high temperatures are expected to be in the low 80s on Thursday and Friday, with a slight increase to the mid-80s over the weekend. Next week looks similar, with dail
Florida residents are gearing up for a rough few days as two storms, Helene and Isaac, approach. Tonight, Helene is expected to hit the northwest coast of Florida. Initially a tropical storm, Helene has been bumped up to a Category 2 hurricane with winds zooming past 100 mph. The governors of severa
Tallahassee, FL hasn't faced a major hurricane (category 3 or higher) in over 150 years. Recent track data shows that previous storms bringing significant damage to the city have occurred since the mid-1800s, with accuracy concerns due to historical recordkeeping methods. Last year’s Hurricane Idali
