The many shapes and sizes of a hurricane
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...
Home runs and warm air: Weather’s impact on baseball
The crack of a bat, the cheering of a crowd and the vendor guy yelling “hot dogs here, get yer hot dogs here…” On a...
Hurricane forecasting is for the birds
Feathered forecasters might be better than people at predicting the hurricane season. What You Need To Know Veeries are songbirds and are part of the...
ALERTCalifornia a new tool in natural disaster preparedness
States around the country are using new technology to mitigate natural disasters, from wildfires to flooding. California is expanding a camera and sensor network to...
This year-long road trip keeps you comfy the whole time
70-degree weather is a Goldilocks temperature for many: not too hot, not too cold, just right. And it turns out you can take a lengthy...
Sustainable alternatives to traditional fireworks
Nothing says “Fourth of July” more than fireworks. After all, they are one of the longest held traditions of the holiday itself. But the unwanted...
Oh ‘deer,’ it’s time for July’s full moon
Another full moon is upon us as we start July. What You Need To Know The July full moon is the “Full Buck Moon” It’s...
Dark Energy Spectroscopic Instrument maps the universe
The universe is a mystery that we’ve explored for centuries. However, in just the last few years, we’re learning new information about space, the galaxies...
Dangerous heat spreads across the South and Central U.S.
While much of the Midwest and Northeast combat unhealthy air quality levels, extreme heat will scorch parts of the South and Central U.S. the next...
Canadian wildfires affect air quality
Wildfire smoke from Canada is affecting the air quality across the U.S. again. What You Need To Know Hundreds of wildfires continue to burn, sending...