March 7, 2012
Big Solar Flare May Bring Major Aurora
The next couple of nights may see intense northern lights shows, although the extent is hard to predict
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EnvironmentMarch 3, 2012
Live Blogging: Dangerous Tornado Outbreak in U.S. Midwest and South
Southern Indiana was hit very hard by large tornadoes Friday, killing six people and destroying the town of Marysville
WeatherMarch 1, 2012
Large, Dangerous Tornado Outbreak Forecast for Friday
U.S. states hit hard by Wednesday's tornadoes face another storm threat
WeatherJanuary 5, 2012
U.S. Snow Drought Could Have Serious Implications
More than affecting ski resorts, the lack of snow could spell trouble for water supplies and agriculture
EnvironmentNovember 14, 2011
Unusual November Warmth Tricks Plants, Animals into Springtime Behavior
In the U.K., plants are flowering, frogs are calling and bees are collecting nectar
EnvironmentNovember 9, 2011
"Snowicane" to Rev Up Pacific Northwest Storm Train
The fierce storm, which resembles a hurricane with snow, will dive into the contiguous U.S. on Friday
Space & PhysicsNovember 8, 2011
Intense Northern Lights Expected This Week
Anticipation mounts after this weekend's solar flares, which could not only set off a brilliant auroral display but also disrupt communications
EnvironmentOctober 25, 2011
Turkey Earthquake Survivors Face Hypothermia Risk
A large storm will form and stall over the Van, Turkey, area this week, bringing in chilly and unsettled conditions
October 6, 2011
Brutal Winter Predicted for U.S.
Another La Nina in the Pacific Ocean will make it a cold and snowy winter in most parts of the country
September 15, 2011
Flood-Damaged Used Cars Hitting the Market
Extreme weather in the U.S. this year is expected to produce a spike in the illicit activity
EnvironmentAugust 29, 2011
Power Outages Continue in East Coast States
Here's a state-by-state rundown of where a total of four million people still lack power due to downed trees and power lines caused by Irene
EnvironmentAugust 29, 2011
More Tropical Woes: Jose Near Bermuda; Katia Up Next?
New Atlantic storms are forming
EnvironmentAugust 15, 2011
"Gustnado" May Have Caused Indiana Stage Collapse
Video analysis suggests that a short-lived, ground-based vortex set off the deadly accident
EnvironmentJuly 25, 2011
Dry Weather Worries Farmers from Iowa to Pennsylvania
Without prolonged rainfall soon, farmers could lose their entire crops
Climate ChangeJuly 15, 2011
Will the Weather Add to "Carmageddon" Headaches in Los Angeles?
Cooler-than-average temperatures should help, but hours-long jams in the sun can still pose a problem
EnvironmentJuly 12, 2011
Weather Leads to Coyote Attacks on Pets in New Orleans
Coyotes have moved into areas abandoned after Katrina
July 11, 2011
Tiny Tornado Hits Living Room
Meteorologist makes an inch-wide vortex without wrecking his home
July 5, 2011
Will Weather Scrub NASA's Final Shuttle Launch This Week?
Friday could be a stormy day on Florida's east coast
Climate ChangeJune 21, 2011
Severe Storms, Tornadoes Developing across Midwest
EnvironmentJune 9, 2011
Is the Current Weather Affecting Your Health?
EnvironmentMay 26, 2011
Tornado Warnings Can Save Lives
Site-specific weather forecasts allow businesses and public agencies to know when a tornado is approaching an exact location and when it is not
EnvironmentMay 4, 2011
May the Fourth be with You!
A look at the climates on the many different locations in the Star Wars Universe
WeatherApril 28, 2011
Stats on the Deadly Tornado Outbreak in the South
A statement is floating around about a 300-mile tornado path for cluster that occurred on April 27. It will be impossible to determine this figure, however, until the National Weather Service completes an official storm survey
The SciencesApril 18, 2011
Wild April Weather to be Followed by Wicked May