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Nov 21 2024WEATHER

Deadly Storm and Power Outages Hit the Northwest, More Rain to Come

A powerful storm, known as a bomb cyclone, has taken lives and caused a massive power outage in Washington and Seattle. With wind speeds reaching up to 77 mph, trees and power lines were toppled, leaving many homes without electricity. As the winds die down, a new threat emerges: heavy rain is expec

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Nov 19 2024WEATHER

Weather Warning: Pacific Northwest and Gulf Coast Prepare for Storms

Get ready for a wild week of weather! Both the Pacific Northwest and the Gulf Coast are gearing up for some serious storms. A strong low-pressure system is on its way, bringing damaging winds, heavy rain, and snow to the Pacific Northwest. This system could see winds reaching up to 70 mph in norther

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Nov 18 2024WEATHER

Weather Woes: Tropical Depression Sara Hits Belize & Honduras

Imagine waking up to find your home flooded, again. That's what residents in Belize and Honduras faced when Tropical Storm Sara hit. After pounding Honduras' northern coast for days, Sara weakened to a tropical depression upon reaching Belize. Experts warned of heavy rain causing flash flooding and

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Nov 14 2024WEATHER

Malaga Floods: A Month of Rain in an Hour

Last week, Malaga, a city in Spain's Andalusia region, experienced a sudden deluge. In just one hour, it received nearly a month's worth of rain. This rapid downpour led to the evacuation of almost 3, 000 people and a thousand homes near the Guadalhorce riverbank. The Spanish meteorological agency,

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Nov 08 2024ENVIRONMENT

Weather Woes: Schools Adjust Plans

Heavy rains are causing some schools in the Midlands to change their Thursday plans. Bamberg District 3 is going digital, making it an e-learning day. Orangeburg County School District is closing their doors due to flooding roads. Both districts will keep an eye on conditions and share updates as ne

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Nov 07 2024WEATHER

Rainy Days Ahead! Get Ready for Puddles and Clouds

Hey there, folks! Are you ready for some wet weather? We're expecting heavy rain to hit the Midlands tonight and tomorrow morning. Yes, that's right—it's time to pull out your rain boots and umbrellas! Meteorologists have issued a special weather alert for these days, so let's dive into what's going

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Nov 04 2024WEATHER

Oklahoma Gears Up for Stormy Afternoon: What You Need to Know

Hey, Oklahoma! Another round of storms is heading your way today. These storms might pack bigger hail, stronger winds, and even more tornadoes, especially if you're in the southern part of the state. No worries if you're in Oklahoma City though, as the storms could shift northward by evening. With p

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Oct 30 2024WEATHER

Devastating Floods in Valencia: A Storm's Deadly Impact

In Spain, the usually sunny region of Valencia was hit by a massive storm that left at least 64 people dead. The rain poured down so hard that some places got a year's worth of rain in just one night! This isn't something that happens every day. In fact, the last time it rained this much in such a s

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Oct 27 2024WEATHER

Devastating Floods and Landslides in the Philippines: A Tragic Aftermath

In the Philippines, a disaster unfolded as Tropical Storm Trami struck, leaving behind devastation and loss of life. According to the latest reports, almost 130 people are either dead or missing due to the storm's intense flooding and landslides. The president has acknowledged that many areas are st

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Oct 22 2024WEATHER

Roswell Floods: A Weekend Surprise in the Desert

Over the weekend, Roswell, New Mexico, faced its worst flooding in history. Unusual heavy rain left several people dead and hundreds stranded on roofs. This wasn’t your typical scene for Roswell, known more for its UFO claims than rainfall. Forecasters blamed a stationary storm system that dumped ov

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