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Madison Braces for Up to Five Rounds of Severe Storms
local-news1 month ago

Madison Braces for Up to Five Rounds of Severe Storms

Forecast calls for up to five rounds of severe thunderstorms in Madison from early Wednesday through Thursday, with risks of damaging winds, large hail, tornadoes, and possible flash flooding; a 'destructive' tag could trigger sirens and alerts. Residents should monitor updates, sign up for Dane County emergency notifications, seek interior shelter during warnings, prepare a Go Kit and three days of supplies, stay hydrated in heat, and check on neighbors.

via City of Madison, WI|
#alerts#emergency-preparedness#local-news
Rubin Observatory logs 800k sky changes in a single night
space4 months ago

Rubin Observatory logs 800k sky changes in a single night

The Vera C. Rubin Observatory’s new alert system detected about 800,000 changes in the night sky in one night, underscoring the massive data flow of the Legacy Survey of Space and Time (LSST), which is expected to generate up to 7 million alerts per night and around 10 terabytes of data nightly as it sweeps the southern sky; these alerts will enable rapid follow-up for events like supernovae, asteroids, and interstellar objects and are publicly accessible through the ANTARES broker.

via Live Science|
#alerts#astronomy#lsst
Rubin Observatory Rolls Out Real-Time Sky Alerts to Track the Cosmos
science4 months ago

Rubin Observatory Rolls Out Real-Time Sky Alerts to Track the Cosmos

NSF–DOE Vera C. Rubin Observatory has issued its first public scientific alerts, kickstarting real-time monitoring of the night sky (800,000 alerts issued on Feb 24). The system is designed to scale to as many as seven million alerts per night once the LSST survey begins, flagging supernovae, variable stars, active galactic nuclei, and Solar System objects such as asteroids; alerts are produced within minutes and publicly accessible through a network of brokers to enable rapid, worldwide follow-up observations. Rubin's 3200-megapixel camera and automated image differencing enable this time-domain treasure trove, guiding studies of dark matter, dark energy, and other cosmic mysteries.

via Rubin Observatory|
#alerts#astronomy#real-time
France Alerts to New Apple Spyware Campaign
technology10 months ago

France Alerts to New Apple Spyware Campaign

France's cybersecurity agency confirmed that Apple issued multiple security alerts in 2025 about sophisticated spyware campaigns targeting individuals, including journalists and officials, with no specific attribution provided. Users receiving these alerts are advised to contact CERT-FR and avoid device modifications to aid investigations.

via 9to5Mac|
#alerts#apple#cybersecurity
"States on High Alert as West Nile Virus Strikes Residents"
health2 years ago

"States on High Alert as West Nile Virus Strikes Residents"

Health officials in several states, including Georgia, Maryland, Texas, and Kansas, have issued alerts about the West Nile virus after detecting cases among residents, some of which have resulted in deaths. The virus, transmitted by infected mosquitoes, can cause symptoms such as fever, headaches, body aches, and in severe cases, inflammation of the brain or membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. There are currently no vaccines or specific treatments available, so prevention measures such as using insect repellent, wearing protective clothing, and eliminating standing water are recommended.

via ABC News|
#alerts#health#mosquito-borne-disease
"Tri-State Area Braces for Severe Storms and Flooding, Urgent Preparations Underway"
weather3 years ago

"Tri-State Area Braces for Severe Storms and Flooding, Urgent Preparations Underway"

The Tri-State Area is preparing for more severe weather and possible flooding as heavy rain and storms are expected on Sunday. With the ground already saturated from recent storms, a Flood Watch is in place for much of the area. State and local officials are urging residents to stay home if possible and exercise caution. New York City Emergency Management has issued a travel advisory, reminding people to allow for extra travel time, use public transportation, and avoid driving on flooded streets. Orange and Rockland Utilities is prepared for possible power outages and damage, with emergency response teams on standby.

via CBS News|
#alerts#flooding#preparations
Severe weather threat looms over Nebraska for Friday.
weather3 years ago

Severe weather threat looms over Nebraska for Friday.

The Omaha area is at an enhanced risk for severe weather, including tornadoes, large hail, and damaging wind on Friday afternoon and evening. Storms could develop anytime after 3 p.m. in eastern Nebraska and quickly move north and east into the evening. The best chance for impacts in the Omaha metro will be between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. It is advised to have more than one way to receive severe weather alerts if attending outdoor events.

via KETV Omaha|
#alerts#large-hail#omaha