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Dangerous heat set to scorch much of the U.S. this week

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Heat will remain hot in the headlines across much of the nation this week. The large heat dome affecting much of the southern U.S. will...
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Here’s the ‘T’ on Rex blocks

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Weather patterns flow when high and low pressure systems work in tangent. As one concedes its power, the other gains dominance for a time before...
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The lows of blocking high weather patterns

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High pressure systems typically bring blue skies, sunshine and a light breeze- all the most desired conditions. Its positive connotations make it more favorable than...
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Breaking down the Omega block

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The Omega block weather pattern may be all Greek to some, but it is actually one of the more popular blocking patterns that meteorologist refer...
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The highs and lows of blocking patterns

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Areas of high and low pressure are essentially responsible for creating our weather conditions. The movement and interaction between each makes up our weather patterns-...
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Heat waves can occur in our oceans

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Heat waves don’t just occur over land. They can also happen in our oceans and last for long periods. What You Need To Know Heat...
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How heat domes fuel sweltering weather

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Summer is here, and the heat is on.  The reason some regions are dealing with scorching temperatures and hot weather is because of a heat...
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What is a heat burst?

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A heat burst is a rare phenomenon that makes temperatures spike during the evening or nighttime. Along with a dramatic temperature increase, it’s also associated...
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Revolutionizing EVs with nickel chemistry

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Electric vehicles are becoming more common on our roads today. So efforts are underway to make the EV lithium-ion batteries inside them more sustainable. Scientists...
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The many shapes and sizes of a hurricane

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Tropical cyclones come in all shapes and sizes. Some are big, some are small. Some are strong, and some are weak. No two are exactly...