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Holiday Travel: Weather Woes Across the Nation

December 20, 2025

Holiday travel this Friday might be a bit of a hassle due to wild weather across the country. The Northeast is bracing for strong winds and heavy rain, while the West is dealing with fire risks and storms. In the Northeast, a massive storm is moving east, bringing strong winds and rain. Areas from

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Colorado Faces a Wild Weather Mix on Wednesday

December 18, 2025

Colorado's weather is set to take a wild turn on Wednesday. The state is bracing for a mix of strong winds, high fire danger, and even some snow. This isn't your typical mid-December weather. It's more like a rollercoaster ride of conditions. First off, winds are going to be a big problem. They're

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Colorado's Weather: A Blend of Heat and Hope

June 22, 2025

The weather in Colorado is currently a mixed bag. The intense heat is not going away anytime soon. The eastern side of I-25 is under a Heat Advisory. The temperature in Colorado Springs is expected to hit the mid-90s. Pueblo is bracing for temperatures around 100 degrees Fahrenheit. This heat is not

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Sweden's Fire Risk: What the Data Shows

June 21, 2025

Weather patterns are changing. This is a fact. The way these changes affect fire danger in Sweden is a bit more complex. For the past seven decades, weather observations have been collected. This data helps scientists understand how fire risks have evolved over time. The data comes from nine weathe

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Hot Spots: Riverside County's Plan to Prevent Wildfires

May 22, 2025

The heat is on in Riverside County, and so is the risk of wildfires. To tackle this, county officials are thinking about shutting down some popular outdoor spots. The goal? To stop people from accidentally sparking fires in these dry, brushy areas. The plan is still in the works, but it's looking l

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Windy Day Ahead: Be Ready for Gusts and Fire Risks

March 18, 2025

Get ready for a windy Tuesday. The strongest winds will hit areas along and south of the Arkansas River Valley. These winds could reach speeds of 60 to 70+ mph. Because of this, High Wind Warnings have been issued. Tonight, expect breezy conditions with gusts around 20 to 25 mph. The temper

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Weather Warnings: Wind and Warmth Fuel Fire Risks

March 10, 2025

The start of the work week brings a mix of warm temperatures and strong winds to Colorado. Colorado Springs is seeing low 70s while Pueblo is experiencing mid 70s. The dry conditions are accompanied by gusts reaching up to 40 MPH, which is why Red Flag Warnings are still in effect. These warnings a

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Southern California Faces Windy Fire Danger Again

January 21, 2025

Southern California is gearing up for another round of extreme fire weather. The National Weather Service has issued a serious warning about winds reaching up to 100 mph. These winds, known as Santa Ana winds, are expected to arrive on Monday. They could cause existing wildfires to spread quickly an

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Southern California Braces for Biggest Windstorm in Over a Decade

January 7, 2025

Get ready, Southern California! A massive windstorm is heading your way, and it's not just going to blow things around—it might also start some serious fires. Meteorologists are warning that this could be the most destructive windstorm to hit the area since 2011. They're even using some of their str

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Fire Danger: A Warning for Massachusetts

November 12, 2024

Massachusetts is under a red flag warning due to high fire risk. While the wind isn't unusually strong by New England standards, it's enough to quickly spread fires in our dry conditions. The recent rain did little to help, as warm temperatures dried it up. Gusty winds and low humidity will keep the