Annapolis residents were still clearing trees, broken limbs, and storm debris from Friday night’s severe weather when another round of storms moved toward the city Sunday night. WMAR reported that western Annapolis and the Admiral Heights neighborhood were among the areas hit hardest by heavy rain and high winds. Residents were cleaning up damaged yards, …
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NOAA says El Niño has developed, giving homeowners in flood-prone areas time to check the problems that usually become expensive only after heavy rain arrives. Realtor.com reported that federal forecasters expect El Niño to strengthen later this year, with possible weather impacts for homeowners across several parts of the country. Heavier rain, higher coastal water …
A Midwest storm outbreak left roofs torn, streets blocked, power lines down, and at least one death tied to a falling tree. A WBIR video report showed damage across parts of Iowa and Illinois after severe storms moved through the region. The Associated Press reported that a 54-year-old man died in Des Moines after a …
Raleigh homeowners with sprinklers still running through the drought are facing more enforcement as water demand climbs across the city’s system. ABC11 reported that average daily water use has risen to more than 76 million gallons, up more than 10 million gallons from the previous week. Raleigh Water officials tied much of the increase to …
A Bay Area Red Flag Warning that covered the East Bay Hills and North Bay mountains turned a familiar homeowner checklist into a same-day fire-prevention priority: roofs, gutters, dry grass, deck corners, yard debris, phones, alerts, and evacuation plans. ABC7 Bay Area reported Thursday that the warning had firefighters and residents preparing for dangerous fire …
Sunny Spain is not living up to its reputation this year, as a giant low-pressure system lays waste to the Iberian Peninsula. The Western European country and neighboring Portugal have been lashed by heavy rain and wind all winter, bringing disruption beyond anything experienced before in some regions. It means the country is facing unprecedented …
Natural disasters, from cold snaps that bring feet of snow to forest fires and hurricanes, affect millions worldwide annually. While we cannot control nature’s fury, arming ourselves with knowledge and strategies can significantly boost our chances of survival when disaster inevitably strikes. This is not about instilling fear but rather empowering you with actionable steps …
The expression “like a bear with a sore head” just took on a whole new meaning. A recent social media update from Grand Teton National Park exemplifies how those going snowshoeing this winter may need to show caution. Winter, the post claims, may be getting shorter for our four-pawed mountain companions, and it’s mostly our …
Extreme weather is unpredictable and puts plans to the test, reminding us just who is in charge. Forecasts can change quickly, turning regular routines into urgent challenges that call for practical solutions and solid judgment. Taking steps to protect against cold, wind, and heavy precipitation is a wise investment in personal safety when conditions turn …
Christmas is almost here, and who doesn’t love a white one? Is it in the cards this year? We can only hope! Before we had fancy weather apps and meteorologists pointing at smart screens (that they get wrong just as often as they are right, it seems anyway), people had to get creative to figure …