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"Windows up! Right now, windows up!" Imagine sitting in a truck beside a tornado, with golf-ball-sized ice chunks flying at you at 200 mph. This is just an ordinary day at work for these researchers. Read more: nyti.ms/4h1emhD
When Tornado Weather Hits, These Scientists Break Out the Colored Pencils 🌪️ buff.ly/2raighd
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Is Another East Coast Storm on the Horizon? Maybe 🤷♂️ As the snow and ice still blanket the ground, whispers of yet another weekend winter storm are starting to stir. But it’s only Monday, and with the unpredictable nature of the weather, there’s time for a shift before the weekend arrives.
Another East Coast Storm? Don’t Buy the Hype Just Yet.
After a computer model began hinting that another storm could be on the way, meteorologists sought to tamp down speculation.
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Myth busted: Trees don't explode when temperatures hit rock bottom. ❄️ But they *do* go 'pop!' That distinct sound is frost cracking—a structural injury caused by the cold itself, separate from ice/snow weight damage. The science is fascinating.
No, Trees Don’t Explode When It Gets Cold, but They Do Go Pop
While the weight of freezing rain, ice and snow can damage branches, there is another kind of injury that comes with the extreme cold, experts say.
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Why do weather apps sometimes have wild snow amounts? It's not a glitch; it's model uncertainty showing its face. I broke down what the apps are actually displaying and what the public needs to know.
Why iPhone and Android Weather Apps Are Freaking Out About Winter Storm Forecasts
A foot of snow in New York? Two feet? Well, it’s complicated.
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This is not your average winter storm! The storm is likely to fall into “the echelon of unusually impactful storms,” said Alex Lamers, a meteorologist with the Weather Prediction Center. @nytimes.com @alexlamers.bsky.social
Winter Storm Forecast: What to Expect as Snow and Ice Move Across the U.S. This Weekend
Half the U.S. population will likely see some effect from the sprawling storm that will move across the country this weekend, meteorologists said.
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Tired of freezing but don't want to sacrifice style? The NYT compiled elevated takes on cold-weather essentials that actually work. It's about smart layering and quality textiles. Stop shivering, start learning! 🧣❄️
How to Stay Warm in Winter
Elevated takes on cold-weather essentials to get you through the season.
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Heads up, Southerners! Forecasters warn that “the main ingredients” are lining up for a MAJOR disruptive winter storm later this week. This includes serious risks of ice and heavy snow. Details will change, but the storm is likely. Read more ⬇️ #WeatherAlert #SouthernStorm
Forecasters Warn of a Major Storm Brewing for the South
One meteorologist warns that “the main ingredients” are fitting into place for a disruptive winter storm later this week.
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Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Much of the U.S. Tonight
Northern Lights Could Be Visible Across Much of the U.S. Tonight
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I am tracking a major abnormal blustery temperatures across the East Coast this weekend, with snow possible from New England down to the Deep South. Uncertainty is high, but awareness is needed.
Cold and Snow Forecast Across the East Coast This Weekend
Abnormally blustery temperatures this weekend could usher in snowy weather across the East. Exactly where remains uncertain, but even the Deep South is on alert.
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Have you heard of a 'white Christmas'? How about a 'perfect Christmas'? Canadian cities receive so much snow that they've created new ways to measure it. Find out what makes Christmas 'perfect' & check whether your favorite U.S. or Canadian towns are likely to have a White Christmas ❄️🎄 @nytimes.com
Will You Have a White Christmas in 2025?
Look up your location to find out.
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Hurricane Melissa is just the second Atlantic storm to ever make landfall with estimated winds of 185 miles per hour. The only other storm to reach that wind speed at landfall occurred before storms were officially named and was known as the Labor Day Hurricane of 1935.
Update from Nazaneen Ghaffar
Hurricane Melissa
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Forecasters are sounding the alarm: this could be your "last chance to protect your life!" #Hurricane #Melissa has rapidly intensified into one of the most powerful storms ever recorded in the Atlantic and is fast approaching Jamaica. Stay ahead of the storm & follow live: nyti.ms/42YlzYb
Hurricane #Melissa is escalating into an “increasingly dire” situation, according to forecasters. If you want clarity on what's unfolding, our weather tran and reporters are here to help! Don't hesitate to click here and share your questions or thoughts in the comments.
Hurricane Melissa’s Increasing Intensity Prompts Dire Warnings for Jamaica and Haiti
Forecasters said the storm could dump up to 30 inches of rain over parts of the Caribbean in the next few days, leading to potentially catastrophic flooding.
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BREAKING NEWS! #Melissa is now a #hurricane as it Stay in the loop with live updates—click here to join the conversation! nyti.ms/47qrIh2
Melissa Strengthens into a Hurricane: Latest Updates (Gift Article)
The storm was forecast to dump up to 25 inches of rain over Haiti, the Dominican Republic and Jamaica as it continues to strengthen this weekend.
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Wow! One of the heaviest snowfalls ever?!? ❄️🌨️ Mount Everest weather stations might just have the key data recorded to prove it! #WeatherUpdate #MountEverest
Mount Everest Just Recorded Some of Its Most Intense Snowfall Ever
A storm buried tents and stranded people on the mountain last weekend. Some experts think it might have set a record.
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I'm thrilled to share my personal story with you for the very first time! When the Red Cross invited me to be featured, I was truly honored. There’s so much more to my journey that I can't capture here, but I look forward to sharing more in the future!
Atlanta Man Living His Best Life, Thanks to Medical Team and Blood Donors
Judson Jones knew from early in his life that the day would likely come when surgeons would have to crack open his chest and do some intensive heart surgery. He was born with a bicuspid aortic heart…
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A powerful storm, though yet to be named, is poised to unleash significant impacts along the East Coast this weekend. Residents should prepare for wide-reaching effects that could disrupt daily life and travel. Stay vigilant and informed.
Nor’easter to Bring Wild Weekend Weather Along the East Coast
It’s technically a nor’easter, but it’s too warm for snow. Here are three scenarios for what could unfold into next week.
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There is Jerry in the Atlantic, but it’s Priscilla in the Pacific that could bring heavy rains to the U.S. nyti.ms/4751DEm
Priscilla Expected to Bring Heavy Rain to the Southwest United States
Forecasters expect moisture from the far-off hurricane to move inland through the West this week. Here’s where it could bring flooding.
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Hey, Jerry! The next named storm on the list is the swirl located well southeast of the United States, extending as far south as South America but positioned east of the continent. It will move quickly northwestward and pass over or just north of some of the Eastern Caribbean Islands, Thu-Fri.
Ever wondered how #hurricanes like #Humberto and storms such as #Imelda get their epic names? Join me for a quick, eye-opening video that uncovers the fascinating story behind naming these powerful natural events and reveals the secrets behind these mighty storms!
Watch #Imelda and #Humberto dance in sync between the U.S. East Coast and Bermuda! 🌊🌀 💃🕺 nyti.ms/46WwZxT
Uncertainty remains around Humberto and what could become Imelda, but forecasters now say there's an increasing chance one of these storms could impact the U.S. Stay tuned for updates!
With Humberto, an ‘Incredibly Complex’ Hurricane Forecast Is Unfolding
Tropical Storm Humberto formed Wednesday, and another storm may form soon, but their potential effects remain fairly uncertain.
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Hurricanes in the Atlantic over the next two weeks? Nothing seems inevitable at the moment, but everything seems plausible.
It was truly an honor to interview two Hurricane Directors two decades after Hurricane #Katrina. One was at the helm during the storm, while the other leads today. The most profound lesson that emerged from our conversation? The critical importance of communication.
3 Ways Hurricane Forecasts Have Changed Since Katrina
Modern technology has given meteorologists more detail than they’ve ever had on how storms behave. Here’s what they’re doing with it.
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Climatologically, HALF of the 6-month Atlantic hurricane season's activity occurs in just 1 month: from August 28 through September 28. It's quiet now, but don't tune out!
This story is a must-read for anyone who has ever spent time boating on a lake. 🚤🌩️ Read with this gift link: nyti.ms/4mxunfj
Let's stay positive and embrace the season! 🌟 Instead of calling it a false fall or a fake fall, let's enjoy it as an exciting Autumn preview. 🍁✨#AutumnVibes