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Will tornado outbreaks become more common in the future?
Aug. 15 marks 235 years since the first known tornado outbreak in the United States. What does that mean? → Read More
When can you see the last super moon of 2022?
After Thursday, it will be almost an entire year until we see another super moon. → Read More
Have a ragweed allergy? Here are some tips on how to treat yourself
A 20-year study shows most places are seeing ragweed season extend anywhere from 6-15 days. → Read More
Floods break out across the country; what are the effects?
Floods can be destructive and damaging, but they also have helpful and necessary effects on the natural environment. → Read More
What are the different types of tornadoes?
Tornadoes come in many different forms. What makes them distinct from each other? → Read More
Why has this year's hurricane season been slow to start?
It's two months into the tropical storm season, but the skies over the Atlantic have been quiet. Why is that? → Read More
What are the different types of fire storms?
Not every viral video of a fire tornado is an actual fire tornado; there's three other phenomena it could be. → Read More
NOAA's new supercomputers will improve accuracy of weather forecasts
This week, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration added two new supercomputers to its fleet to better capture and predict weather events. → Read More
'If it's breezy, swing easy' | How weather could impact golfers at the John Deere Classic
Temperatures, humidity, wind and precipitation can affect your golf game - both positively and negatively. → Read More
Heat waves: How do they affect crops?
As we enter into the hottest part of the year, we will see heat waves across the country. How does affect our crops? → Read More
What the hail? | Here's a look at how hail forms and the damage it can cause
During thunderstorms, hail can cause significant damage to property, vehicles and aircraft. → Read More
Power outages, home damage, devastation: Why NOAA says we're in for an above-average hurricane season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has predicted an above-average hurricane season in 2022. What does that mean? → Read More
Here's some tips for pool safety as summer approaches
As the weather becomes warmer, many will start to spend more time by the pool. Here are some tips to follow. → Read More
Memorial Day: What weather to expect on the unofficial start of summer
So, what exactly can expect weather-wise this summer heading into Memorial Day weekend? → Read More
How spring weather could impact on your allergies
As we are nearing peak grass pollen levels, you may have been experiencing intense allergy symptoms. → Read More
When will we see the next total lunar eclipse?
If you missed this weekend's lunar eclipse, don't worry; there's another one on the way. → Read More
Climate change is spiking frequency, intensity of severe weather
Severe weather in the Midwest can bring dangerous systems that develop quickly. A changing climate means better potential for those storms to be even more powerful. → Read More
What are the different types of thunderstorms?
As spring and the rainy season wait just around the corner, learn about just how different thunderstorms can be. → Read More
How did daylight saving time begin?
Here's how the idea, jokingly made by Benjamin Franklin, is now used in over 70 countries worldwide. → Read More
The Enhanced Fujita Scale: How tornadoes are measured
Here's how the National Weather Service uses the Enhanced Fujita Scale to determine tornado strength. → Read More