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weather13 days ago•0 min saved

Early-season nor'easter kills one and causes widespread damage across US Northeast

A powerful nor'easter has battered the northeastern United States, causing one death, widespread flooding, and significant infrastructure disruptions. The storm, which arrived earlier than typical for the season, has knocked out power to tens of thousands of homes and delayed or cancelled thousands of flights. Authorities in New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency, urging residents to avoid flooded areas and high tides. Coastal communities from Virginia to Maine are facing severe conditions, with heavy rain and strong winds expected to persist through the weekend.

via Al Jazeera|

#flight-delays #flooding #noreaster

science4 months ago•4 min saved

Daylight fireball sparks widespread reports across the Northeast

A daytime fireball about three feet wide produced a double boom and shook buildings from Massachusetts to Rhode Island, with dozens of sightings from Delaware to Montreal. While the American Meteor Society says the event was a meteor that likely burned up, not an earthquake, USGS said there was shaking but no earthquake detected on seismographs; researchers will need trajectory data to determine if any debris reached the ground, possibly landing in the ocean.

via Politico|

#delaware #fireball #massachusetts

weather7 months ago•4 min saved

Fresh Northeast Snow Hits Cleanup Efforts as Last Storm Lingers

A fresh wave of light snow swept the Northeast after a historic storm left huge piles of snow from Maryland to Maine, prompting salt deployments and thousands of shovelers in cities like New York while warning of patchy ice on roads; the region also faced ongoing accessibility challenges for people with disabilities, dozens of power outages, and flight disruptions as some schools and services returned to normal amid continued snow-clearing efforts and dumping grounds for snow.

via NBC News|

#northeast-us #note-extra-tag-not-used #power-outages

weather7 months ago•17 min saved

Decade-Strong Snowstorm Strikes Northeast, Rhode Island Buried

A powerful winter storm blankets the Northeast, billed as the strongest in a decade, with Rhode Island fearing or experiencing about three feet of snow while New York City residents dig out; communities rally to help as cleanup continues and NYC public schools largely conducted a regular day for more than a million students.

via AP News|

#new-york-city #northeast-us #snow

world7 months ago•27 min saved

Northeast Blizzard Strikes While Epstein Fallout Dominates Live Updates

A HuffPost live updates feed runs a broad snapshot of breaking news: a massive winter storm pounds the Northeast with power outages and treacherous travel, while other major headlines unfold—from Epstein-related arrests and investigations and ICE scrutiny to political developments and entertainment stories—showcasing a fast-moving, multi-topic news day in a single stream.

via HuffPost|

#epstein #ice #live-updates

world7 months ago•3 min saved

Northeast Blizzard Triggers Widespread Flight Cancellations and Power Outages

A powerful winter storm pounds the Northeast, prompting thousands of flight cancellations and widespread power outages, with blizzard conditions threatening up to 20 inches of snow in New York City and up to 25 inches in parts of surrounding states. New York City declared a state of emergency and travel ban, schools closed, and rail and bus services suspended, as the partial federal shutdown also affects TSA PreCheck and other programs amid ongoing disruptions.

via Business Insider|

#flight-cancellations #northeast-us #power-outages

weather7 months ago•16 min saved

Northeast Braces for Severe Snow as Blizzard Warnings Hit NYC

A powerful winter storm sweeps the Northeast, prompting blizzard warnings and a travel ban in New York City as heavy snowfall and dangerous conditions disrupt transit and daily life.

via AP News|

#blizzard-warnings #new-york-city #northeast-us

weather11 months ago•0 min saved

Hurricane Melissa Causes Flooding and Damage Across the Caribbean and U.S.

Hurricane Melissa, now a Category 2 storm, is moving towards Bermuda and Newfoundland, bringing heavy rain to the Mid-Atlantic and New England regions of the US.

via The Washington Post|

#bermuda #hurricane #melissa

environment1 year ago•3 min saved

Wildfires in Canada trigger widespread air quality alerts across the U.S.

Canadian wildfires, the second worst on record, have caused significant smoke pollution across the midwest and northeast US, leading to poor air quality and health advisories in multiple states, with conditions expected to persist due to prevailing wind patterns.

via NPR|

#air-quality #canada-wildfires #environment

weather1 year ago•2 min saved

Lake-Effect Snowstorm Paralyzes Great Lakes with Record Snowfall

Parts of the northeast US experienced significant snowfall due to lake-effect snow, with western New York receiving nearly 4 feet in four days, prompting states of emergency in New York and Pennsylvania. The Buffalo Bills called for volunteers to clear snow from their stadium. Further snow is expected, with up to 6 feet forecast in upstate New York. Meanwhile, South Korea's capital, Seoul, saw its third heaviest snowfall on record, causing flight cancellations, school closures, and at least five deaths.

via The Guardian|

#lake-effect-snow #new-york #northeast-us

environment1 year ago•6 min saved

East Coast Faces Unprecedented Wildfires and Tragic Losses

Unseasonably hot and dry conditions have led to wildfires in the Northeast US, including a small blaze in Brooklyn's Prospect Park and a larger one on the New York-New Jersey border. These fires are part of a broader pattern of drought affecting the entire country, exacerbated by climate change and warmer temperatures extending into typically cooler months. The situation highlights the increasing unpredictability of weather patterns and the need for water conservation as drought conditions persist.

via Vox.com|

#climate-change #drought #environment

environment1 year ago•3 min saved

Northeast Wildfires Escalate, Air Quality Worsens Amid Drought

Wildfires are raging across the drought-stricken Northeastern U.S., affecting air quality from New York City to Philadelphia. The region is experiencing abnormally dry conditions, with Red Flag Warnings in effect. An 18-year-old New York state parks employee died fighting a fire in Greenwood Lake. Despite some rainfall, officials warn it won't significantly impact the fires. The drought, exacerbated by climate change, is contributing to more frequent and severe wildfires across the U.S.

via Axios|

#climate-change #drought #environment

environment2 years ago•0 min saved

"Venomous Joro Spiders Set to Invade Northeast U.S. This Summer"

Joro spiders, an invasive species that arrived in Georgia over a decade ago, are now spreading to the Northeast U.S., with experts noting their ability to travel by "parachuting."

via CBS News|

#environment #experts #georgia

environment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Venomous Giant Flying Spiders to Invade New York in 2024"

Joro spiders, giant venomous arachnids from Japan, are expected to invade the Northeast US, including New York, after initially spreading in the Southeast. Known for their striking appearance and ability to "balloon" through the air, these spiders could disrupt local ecosystems by preying on native insects. While their venom is not typically deadly to humans, it can cause discomfort and allergic reactions. Pest control experts emphasize the need for education and responsible management to coexist with these invasive spiders.

via USA TODAY|

#ecosystem-impact #environment #invasive-species

astronomy2 years ago•1 min saved

"2024 Total Solar Eclipse: Cloudy Forecast and Ideal Viewing Locations"

The latest weather forecast for the total solar eclipse path across the United States indicates cloudy skies along most of the route, with the best chance for clear skies favoring the northeast U.S. The eclipse is set to occur on Monday, April 8, with the moon covering about 74 percent of the sun in the Twin Cities area. While the cloud forecast may change, many people who have been planning travel for years are hoping for clear skies to witness this rare event.

via MPR News|

#astronomy #cloudy-forecast #global-forecast-system