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Why allergies may be flaring up

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If you notice more sniffles and worsening allergy symptoms this time of year, you may suffer from “Christmas Tree Syndrome,” according to the Ohio State...
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Safety tips for driving through the rain

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From drizzle to downpours, driving in the rain could be difficult and dangerous if you are not careful. According to U.S. Department of Transportation Federal...
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Looking back at Superstorm Sandy

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On this day, 11 years ago, one of the strongest storms to hit the Northeast moved onshore: Superstorm Sandy. Along with redefining the coast, the...
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The science behind the season

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The days become shorter; the air becomes crisp, and pumpkin-flavored everything appears in stores. This means fall is upon us, but why exactly is it...
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Northern lights were visible this week in the mid-latitudes

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Earlier this week, social media was buzzing with pictures of the Aurora Borealis, otherwise known as the northern lights. People sent pictures to various Spectrum...
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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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What’s the point? Dew point, that is

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Why do meteorologists like to use dew points so much instead of relative humidity? It’s because it measures the true moisture content in the atmosphere....
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How to get the best sunrise & sunset shot

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Some of my favorite nature photos are those taken at sunrise and sunset. But how does one capture such vivid colors during these times? I...
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Is there a weather and pain connection?

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May is the time for recognizing and spreading awareness about a widespread disease that impacts millions. I’m talking about arthritis, and you might wonder if there...
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What happens when Doppler radar goes dark

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You’re at home on a hot summer day and you made plans to have your child’s birthday party at the park this afternoon. Suddenly, you...