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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

New England's Mild Fall Surprise

Fall is here, and New England is in for a warm surprise! The weather will be mixed with sun and clouds on Wednesday. No big storms are expected through the weekend. On Thursday and Friday, get ready for beautiful fall days with temperatures reaching the low to mid-70s and a gentle breeze. Stay tune

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Weather Updates: Calm Days Ahead, But Keep an Eye on the Gulf

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

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Fall Weather: A Mix of Sun and Rain

Over the past few days, a chilly breeze has swept in, bringing along some much-needed rain. The summer heat has finally started to cool down, giving us a sneak peek into what fall might feel like. Morning skies are partly cloudy, but don't worry, the sun makes an appearance by the afternoon. Temper

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Oct 02 2024SPORTS

Rain Cancels Mets-Braves Series, Doubleheader Ahead

The baseball world was thrown a curveball this week when heavy rain in Atlanta forced the Mets and Braves to cancel their game series. The storm, linked to Hurricane Helene, made conditions too rough for play. Instead of games on Wednesday and Thursday, the teams will now meet in a doubleheader on M

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Getting Columbia Ready for Hurricane Helene

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

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

"Rare Hurricane Hits Florida: Understanding Helene"

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

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Get Ready, Chicago! Stormy Weekend Ahead

Hey there, Chicagoans! Brace yourselves for a wet and windy weekend. The leftovers of Hurricane Helene are heading our way, straight from Florida where it hit on Thursday. This storm is causing quite a stir in the Midwest as it moves northward. Expect a couple of days filled with rain showers that c

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Oct 02 2024WEATHER

Weather Shift Ahead: Chilly Days, Dry Weekend

The week ahead is going to see some significant changes in the weather. We're not just talking about a little drizzle—it's going to get noticeably cooler. Overnight lows will be dropping into the lower 60s by Monday morning, so you might want to grab an extra blanket. Daytime temperatures won’t be m

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Oct 02 2024ENVIRONMENT

Midlands Rivers Swell: Is Rainfall to Blame?

Something unusual is happening in the Midlands. Rivers are reaching levels that we haven't seen since 2015. The cause? Heavy rain from Hurricane Helene. Forecasters warn that rivers might stay high for days. This could affect many areas, including roads and even homes along certain rivers like the E

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Oct 02 2024SPORTS

Slippery Pitch: Schmidt's Wet Game Battle

Pitching on a rain-soaked field is no easy task, and Clarke Schmidt found that out the hard way. The Yankees' game against the Pirates was delayed by 91 minutes due to heavy rainfall. Once the delay was over, Schmidt stepped onto the mound, ready to face the challenge. He pitched through four-plus i

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