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Missed in North Carolina: The Search Goes On After Hurricane Helene

October 16, 2024

Weeks after Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina, 92 people are still missing. Officials from the state's emergency management, National Guard, and others gave an update at a press conference. Governor Roy Cooper warned that the number of missing could change as more information comes in. The storm

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How La Niña Might Change U.S. Winter Weather

October 16, 2024

This winter, there's a good chance that La Niña will have an impact on the U.S. weather. This weather pattern usually brings warmer and drier conditions to the southern states, while the northern regions experience more rain and cooler temperatures. The National Weather Service predicts a 60% chance

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Winter's Coming: What to Expect with a Weak La Niña

October 15, 2024

Get ready for a different kind of winter, folks! A weak La Niña is on its way, and it's going to shake things up a bit. La Niña is a natural climate pattern that happens when the ocean temperatures in the equatorial Pacific get cooler than usual. This can have a big impact on the weather, especially

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A Storm is Coming: What to Know About the Upcoming Caribbean Weather

October 15, 2024

Looks like there's a new storm brewing in the Atlantic. The National Hurricane Center says this system could get stronger as it heads towards the Caribbean this week. They're calling it AL94, and it's currently causing some messy showers and thunderstorms in the central Atlantic. Experts think it mi

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See the Rare Tsuchinshan-ATLAS Comet Tonight

October 15, 2024

Imagine this: a comet that's been flying through space for the past 80,000 years is finally visiting our night sky. That's right, the Tsuchinshan-ATLAS comet is making an appearance, and you don't want to miss it! Sky enthusiasts captured some stunning shots on Monday night. Meteorologists suggest

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Keesler Air Force Base: Where Brave Pilots Track Storms

October 15, 2024

Keesler Air Force Base has been a vital place for training US Air Force personnel since before World War II. It's also home to the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron, commonly called the "Hurricane Hunters." These brave pilots fly into storms to gather crucial weather data. The base is located in

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Pinellas County's Hurricane Milton Update: Power, Water, and Recovery

October 15, 2024

Pinellas County is still feeling the effects of Hurricane Milton, with fuel shortages, long gas lines, and piles of debris lining the streets. But there's good news too! The city of St. Petersburg and nearby areas have lifted their boil water notices. This means the water is safe to drink again afte

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Florida's Weather Shift: What to Expect This Fall

October 15, 2024

Florida has seen its fair share of hurricanes this season. As we move into November, the weather is changing. The hurricane season officially ends on November 30, and while the tropics are still active, Florida is no longer in the main storm path. There's been some chatter about a new tropical syste

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The Atlantic's Latest Guest: A Tropical Potential

October 14, 2024

Hey, weather lovers! There's a weather system near the Cabo Verde Islands in the Atlantic. The folks at the National Hurricane Center have their eyes on it, but it's not strong enough yet. As it moves west, warmer waters could help it grow. By the time it reaches the Leeward Islands, it might become

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Sunshine and Changes: South Carolina's Weather for This Week

October 14, 2024

This weekend in South Carolina is set to be a beauty, with warm air and plenty of sunshine. A slight disturbance is passing through the Appalachians, but it won't rain today. Expect temperatures to hit the mid-80s during the day, cooling down to the 60s at night. If you're heading to the state fair,