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Why tropical cyclones increase the threat of tornadoes

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Tropical cyclones come with a handful of impacts- powerful winds, heavy rainfall and numerous coastal hazards being the most notable. Yet, there’s another danger that’s...
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The most destructive hurricanes to hit the Northeast U.S.

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When you think of destructive hurricanes, you rarely think of the Northeast. Even though that part of the U.S. doesn’t see tropical systems as often...
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Find these popular constellations

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Stargazing is a fun activity you can do year-round. To make it more fun, try mapping out the sky and finding these popular constellations. Do...
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Drought in the Upper Midwest reaches beyond the fields

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Parts of the Upper Midwest are dealing with their driest summer in over a decade, leading to expansive drought. That’s led to worsening conditions for...
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Don’t ‘fall’ for it; you should still be wearing sunscreen

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We don’t have a chill in the air just yet. But with shorter, cooler days ahead, many (myself included) become lax on their sunscreen routine....
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Fall is coming, and that means it’s mums season

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Fall is fast approaching, and that means it’s mums season! What You Need To Know Fall officially begins on Sept. 23 for most of the...
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Record-breaking heat takes hold for parts of the U.S.

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Even though Sept. 1 marked the start of meteorological fall, temperatures will say otherwise as record-breaking heat scorches the eastern two-thirds of the country this...
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Tracking Katia

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Tropical Storm Katia formed in the eastern Atlantic early on Saturday. It won’t be any concern to the U.S. What You Need To Know Katia...
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Tracking Jose

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Tropical Storm Jose formed in the central Atlantic early in the morning on Aug. 31.  What You Need To Know Jose formed on Thursday, Aug....
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Wednesday’s Blue Supermoon is joined by a few planets

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We get a bonus full moon this month, and it’s the last “blue moon” until May 2026. What You Need To Know A full moon...