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
As Hurricane Helene makes its way towards Florida, Walt Disney World is getting ready. While the storm won’t hit the parks directly, safety comes first. At Animal Kingdom, you might notice some outdoor snack spots closed and umbrellas tied down. Some attractions like Kali River Rapids are still runn
As Hurricane Helene heads towards the Florida Gulf Coast, it's time to think about safety. Experts say the storm will hit Thursday night, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. This can cause trees to fall and power lines to go down. It’s important to take action now. First, make sure your phone
In the scorching summer of California, something terrible happened. A 12-year-old boy named Yahushua Robinson died during a PE class at Canyon Lake Middle School. His mom, Janee, was also a teacher there and decided to keep her students indoors because it was so hot outside. Unfortunately, Yahushua'
Imagine you wake up one day, and your home is dark. No electricity means no lights, no TV, and maybe even no hot water. Yikes! But don't worry, with the right supplies, you can handle this like a pro. Let’s talk about some essential items to have on hand during a power outage. First off, light is k
Louder Than Life festival in Louisville, Kentucky, faced an unexpected challenge when remnants of Hurricane Helene brought strong winds and heavy rain. Organizers had to cancel the second day of the event after consulting with weather experts and local authorities. The decision was tough, especially
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 durin
Hey there, Minnesota folks! Listen up because today's weather is going to be extra tricky. The National Weather Service has just issued a Red Flag Warning from 11:00 a.m. all the way until 8:00 p.m. Why so serious? Well, strong winds are expected, blowing in from the south and northwest at speeds up
Southern Minnesota is bracing for a harsh impact as a dry cold front sweeps across the region, sparking elevated fire dangers and Red Flag Warning conditions. The scorching sunshine and dry air, coupled with northwestern gusts of up to 30 mph, are set to make the afternoon a perfect storm for wildfi
Minneapolis (WJON News) -- It is time to start preparing for winter this week. The Minnesota Cold Weather Rule goes into effect starting on Tuesday and Xcel Energy wants to remind customers there is help for those who need assistance. Under the rule, residential customers are protected from service
