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AI-Powered Virus Map Narrows Pandemic Threats to Key Viral Players
science4 days ago

AI-Powered Virus Map Narrows Pandemic Threats to Key Viral Players

Researchers at the University of Edinburgh built a catalog ranking 239 human-infecting RNA viruses by transmission potential, lethality, and how closely they resemble known human pathogens. About two-thirds are zoonotic, and the highest-risk viruses cluster near highly transmissible human viruses like SARS‑CoV‑2, making a novel measles-related virus especially concerning. AI-driven tools such as SpillOver, CEPI’s VISTA, and the CDC’s influenza risk assessment framework are used to pre-develop vaccines and antivirals for top-ranked families, shifting pandemic preparedness from reactive stockpiling to proactive defense. While the catalog doesn’t predict the next outbreak, it narrows the search and can speed public health responses when a threat emerges.

via Yahoo|
#ai#epidemiology#pandemic
El Niño May Dampened 2026 Atlantic Hurricanes, NOAA Forecasts
weather1 month ago

El Niño May Dampened 2026 Atlantic Hurricanes, NOAA Forecasts

NOAA projects a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season due to a likely strong El Niño, forecasting 8–14 named storms, 3–6 hurricanes, and 1–3 major hurricanes, with wind shear expected to suppress development. History shows strong El Niño years often bring fewer storms, but a single impactful storm is still possible, so preparedness remains essential.

via Yale Climate Connections|
#atlantic-hurricane-season#el-nino#noaa
NOAA expects a quieter 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, urges early preparedness
weather1 month ago

NOAA expects a quieter 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, urges early preparedness

NOAA’s 2026 outlook calls for a below-normal Atlantic hurricane season (June 1–Nov 30) with 8–14 named storms, 3–6 hurricanes, and 1–3 major hurricanes, aided by developing El Niño and warmer Atlantic conditions with weaker trade winds. Forecasters assign about a 55% chance of below-normal activity (35% near-normal, 10% above-normal) and highlight new tech—AI-based models, drones, enhanced forecast cones, and expanded products for Hawaii and inland areas—to improve forecasts, emphasizing that preparedness should begin now.

via NOAA (.gov)|
#atlantic-hurricane-season#el-nino#hurricane-forecast
The world isn’t ready for the next pandemic
world1 month ago

The world isn’t ready for the next pandemic

The piece argues that global readiness for a future pandemic is weaker than during COVID-19, citing reduced funding for public health, staff burnout, gaps in disease surveillance, and insufficient stockpiles, and it calls for sustained, cooperative investment in early warning systems, rapid vaccine development, surge capacity, and stronger international health coordination to prevent a repeat of COVID-era weaknesses.

via Yahoo|
#covid-19#global-health#pandemic
Pandemic Ready? Lessons From a Hantavirus Cruise Outbreak
health1 month ago

Pandemic Ready? Lessons From a Hantavirus Cruise Outbreak

The hantavirus outbreak on the MV Hondius, while carrying low public risk, underscores that another pandemic could occur and highlights the need for sustained public health infrastructure, clear leadership, rapid detection and tracing, and transparent communication—along with continued investment in vaccine platforms and antivirals to be better prepared for future threats.

via Gizmodo|
#hantavirus#health#pandemics
18 Survival Myths Debunked: What Really Keeps You Alive Outdoors
lifestyle3 months ago

18 Survival Myths Debunked: What Really Keeps You Alive Outdoors

BuzzFeed debunks 18 common survival tips that people assume are true, explaining why they are myths and replacing them with safer, evidence-based actions for wilderness emergencies, such as staying with a vehicle if stranded, not drinking urine or rubbing frostbite, avoiding venom-sucking, signaling for help, treating wounds properly, and reporting missing persons immediately.

via buzzfeed.com|
#lifestyle#myths#outdoors
Charlotte braces for a high-risk ice storm with multi-day outages
weather5 months ago

Charlotte braces for a high-risk ice storm with multi-day outages

Charlotte is facing a major ice storm this weekend, with snow and sleet Saturday turning to heavy sleet and then freezing rain on Sunday. Forecasters warn ice totals could reach up to 0.25–0.75 inches, enough to snap tree limbs and cause widespread, lengthy power outages and travel disruptions. An Ice Storm Warning is in effect through Monday. Officials urge immediate prep: charge devices, ensure heat sources, stock 72 hours of non-cook food and water, obtain medications, and avoid indoors generators due to carbon monoxide risk.

via wcnc.com|
#brad-panovich#charlotte#ice-storm
Winter Storm Prep: Stay Warm, Stay Powered, Stay Safe
technology5 months ago

Winter Storm Prep: Stay Warm, Stay Powered, Stay Safe

WIRED’s prep guide outlines a practical, gear‑focused plan for a major winter storm: stock potable water or purifiers, wear wool base layers and warm mitts, and have lights, power banks, and a jump starter ready. Gather nonperishable food, a camping stove, and a cooler to manage perishables during outages; keep a snow shovel and ice melt, and consider a space heater if power is available (but never use indoor kerosene or gas heaters due to carbon monoxide risk). Download emergency apps and a battery radio, and charge devices in advance. If you must drive, top off fuel and avoid risky activity; most people should plan to shelter in place for days as outages and snow/ice disrupt travel and infrastructure.

via WIRED|
#base-layers#power-outages#preparedness
Metro Atlanta Ice Storm Prep: A 72-Hour Readiness Playbook
weather5 months ago

Metro Atlanta Ice Storm Prep: A 72-Hour Readiness Playbook

With an ice storm warning spanning most of metro Atlanta and projections of up to an inch of ice, residents should brace for downed trees, power outages, and slick travel. The guidance urges readiness for 72 hours without electricity by deep-freezing foods and pre-cooking meals, filling a bathtub with water and letting faucets drip to protect pipes, opening cabinet doors to let heat reach plumbing, creating ice blocks, and using the coin test to judge food safety. It also covers practical warmth and safety tips—securing drafts, concentrating heat in a small room, avoiding indoor use of gas ovens or grills, fueling vehicles, downloading offline maps, conserving phone power, and ensuring CO detectors function—while advising pet care and medication planning as authorities from the National Weather Service and Georgia Power provide the alerts.

via fox5atlanta.com|
#atlanta#ice-storm#power-outage
New England braced for marathon snowstorm dumping up to 2 feet
weather5 months ago

New England braced for marathon snowstorm dumping up to 2 feet

A major New England snowstorm is expected this weekend, with Boston likely to receive 15–20 inches and some areas approaching 2 feet. Snow begins Sunday with very heavy rates (up to 2–4 inches per hour) and near whiteout conditions, continuing into Monday. Winds 25–35 mph will create slick roads and dangerous wind chills into Tuesday. Residents should finish shopping, stock up on supplies, avoid travel during peak storm, and prepare homes and vehicles for power outages, with multiple rounds of shoveling as temperatures drop into the teens after the storm.

via WBUR|
#boston#new-england#preparedness
Georgia Braces for Weekend Wintry Mix as Arctic Air Advances
weather5 months ago

Georgia Braces for Weekend Wintry Mix as Arctic Air Advances

Arctic air moving into Georgia is expected to meet incoming moisture this weekend, setting up a potential wintry mix (freezing rain, sleet, and snow) across the northern portion of the state. Winter storm watches remain to the west, with Georgia not yet under a watch but likely as the system nears. Forecasters say exact amounts and timing aren’t known yet and will firm up 1–3 days before onset, with northern areas bearing the brunt and the south potentially seeing a warmer side. State leaders, including Gov. Kemp, say preparations are underway, including updated brine supplies and improved response plans; residents should prep by sealing gaps, insulating, protecting pipes, and stocking emergency supplies.

via wsbtv.com|
#arctic-air#georgia#preparedness