The Trump administration has been making big cuts at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Around 800 employees were told to pack their bags and leave. The agency is responsible for keeping an eye on weather, climate, and the environment. The layoffs happened on Thursday, and m
The Midlands is currently enjoying a warm spell. Temperatures are climbing into the high 70s. This warmth is due to a high-pressure system. This warm weather is expected to last through Thursday. The forecast for Thursday is partly cloudy with a 30% chance of rain in the late afternoon. Temperatures
The PGA Tour's East Coast swing kicks off with the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches, Florida, from February 27 to March 2. This event, previously known as the Honda Classic, has been a staple on the PGA Tour since 1972. It's notable for being one of the few tournaments that Tiger Woods never wo
Imagine this: a massive sled dog race, the John Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon, had to change its starting point at the last minute. Why? The weather, of course! The race was originally set to begin in Duluth, but Mother Nature had other ideas. Temperatures soared to nearly 50 degrees Fahrenheit on F
Hurricane Keratopathy is a rare condition that affects the eye, causing a storm of symptoms. It's like a hurricane, but instead of winds and rain, you get redness, pain, and blurred vision. This condition is not as well-known as other eye problems, but it's important to understand it. The eye is a
Heat stroke is a serious condition that can happen when someone is exposed to high temperatures. It can be caused by extreme heat or even by physical activity in hot weather. This is a big deal because climate change is making heat waves more common. So, it's important to know how to spot heat strok
South Carolina is in for a cold snap. Starting Thursday night, temperatures will plummet well below freezing. This cold weather advisory affects a wide area, from the Midlands to the coast, including major counties like Charleston, Berkeley, and Dorchester. The chill will be most intense overnight,
In Lee’s Summit, Missouri, the school year is wrapping up earlier than expected. This is due to the district facing more weather-related closures than anticipated. The district has had 11 days off due to bad weather. This has pushed the last day of school to June 2. However, the district is aiming t
Mid-Missouri has been experiencing some seriously chilly temperatures. It's not just cold, it's record-breaking cold. Two records have been shattered. The first one was for the coldest high temperature in the afternoon. The old record was 15 degrees set way back in 1929. But yesterday, the temp
Raptors, like golden eagles, Bonelli's eagles, and Spanish eagles, are birds of prey that soar through the skies. They are highly sensitive to changes in weather. This is because their flight patterns are deeply influenced by atmospheric conditions. Scientists have been studying how these birds reac
