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Winter Weather: A Quick Blip Before Sunny Days Return

December 8, 2024

This weekend, Southeast Colorado is enjoying a bit of summer in December. Temperatures are hovering in the 60s, and the sun is out. But don't let this fool you—winter is coming back with a vengeance. Starting Monday, an Arctic blast will sweep through, bringing a change in winds and a touch of snow.

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Metro Detroit's Weather: From Snow to Showers, a Week of Changes

December 8, 2024

This week, Metro Detroit is in for a weather rollercoaster ride. As we wrap up the weekend, expect some sunshine and warmer temperatures, with highs reaching the 40s on Sunday. But don't get too comfortable, as a strong low-pressure system is moving in on Monday, bringing rain showers and temperatur

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Changing Humidity Levels for Preemies: A Study

December 6, 2024

Scientists recently studied how quickly lowering humidity in incubators affects tiny, extremely preterm babies. They wanted to see if suddenly stopping or slowly reducing the humidity caused temperature issues, like getting too cold or hot, or problems with their body's salt balance or skin. The stu

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Mosquitoes in Germany: Chikungunya Virus Carriers with Limited Movement at Low Temperatures

December 5, 2024

You might have heard of the chikungunya virus (CHIKV). It's a virus spread by mosquitoes, and its cases have been on the rise globally due to changes in climate and increased travel. One of the mosquitoes that can carry this virus is called Aedes albopictus, and it's not native to places like Centra

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Bracing for a Cool Weekend: Columbia's Weather Rollercoaster

December 5, 2024

Get ready, Columbia! Today is breezy and normal, but a cold front is on its way. Expect a chill tonight, with temperatures dropping to the 20s. Friday will be even colder, with highs in the 40s and lows in the teens. But don't worry, the weekend brings warmer days. Saturday should hit the 50s, and S

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Air Pollution and Cold Weather: A Double Threat to Heart Health

December 5, 2024

Did you know that the tiny particles in the air we breathe, called PM2. 5, can team up with cold temperatures to increase the risk of heart attacks? A recent study in China looked into this and found some surprising results. Researchers examined data from over a million heart attack patients across

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Weather Rollercoaster: From Rain to Freeze, and Back Again in Capital Area

December 5, 2024

Hey, keep your umbrella handy! Tonight's weather in the Capital Area is looking pretty dreary. Expect some showers and thunderstorms rolling in. This is just the start of what could be a wet week ahead. Between these rainy spells, get ready to feel another nip of winter. So, what's the plan for ton

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South Carolina Braces for a Big Arctic Chill

December 4, 2024

Get ready, South Carolina! A blast of icy air from the Arctic is headed your way. This means temperatures are going to plummet, possibly down to the low 20s or even upper teens. It's not just uncomfortable, but also risky for people, pipes, and plants. This cold snap is expected to hit the Midlands

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Snow and Cold Sweep Across US, Heading South

December 4, 2024

You might want to grab your heaviest coat this week, as a massive winter storm is hitting the US. Over 222 million people are already feeling the chill, and it’s about to get even colder. The icy blast from Canada is spreading across the central and eastern parts of the country. Some cities in the n

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Winter's First Chill: What to Expect in New England

December 1, 2024

Get ready, New Englanders! Sunday is going to be a chilly one. Expect a breeze that'll make it feel like it's 8 degrees colder than the actual temperature. Don't be surprised if you don't feel warmer than 30 degrees, especially if you're near the coast. The breezy and cold weather isn't stopping an