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'Stay off the roads': Winter storm warning as deadly floods strike KentuckyKentucky is battling devastating floods after another powerful winter storm hit the eastern U.S. over the weekend, leaving at least 10 people dead.
By Patrick Pester Published
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Explosive 'bomb cyclone' descending on UK and Ireland with up to 100 mph windsStorm Éowyn is about to hit the U.K. and Ireland as forecasters warn the explosive "bomb cyclone" will bring snow, rain and potentially deadly superfast winds.
By Patrick Pester Published
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Florida's snowfall record smashed as historic storm blasts Gulf CoastA historic winter snowstorm has reached the Gulf Coast, smothering the region in Arctic air and dropping record-breaking amounts of snow on northern Florida.
By Patrick Pester Published
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What's in pink fire retardant being dropped on LA, and is it dangerous?Parts of Southern California are covered with pink fire retardant as firefighters try to control deadly wildfires raging in Los Angeles. But what is Phos-Chek fire retardant and is it safe?
By Patrick Pester Published
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'Unusual' and weak La Niña finally here, NOAA confirmsNOAA has declared that a La Niña is underway. This cool weather event is likely to be shorter and weaker than usual, but will still affect global weather and climate.
By Patrick Pester Published
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Snowstorms, fire and Yellowstone's next eruptionScience news this week Jan 11, 2025: Our weekly roundup of the latest science in the news, as well as a few fascinating articles to keep you entertained over the weekend.
By Pandora Dewan Published
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Stark 'drought' maps reveal just why wildfires have blazed through Los AngelesThe state is seeing a sharp water divide this year, with lots of rain in the north while the south has stayed dry. A hydrologist explains what’s happening.
By Ming Pan Published
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Santa Ana winds: What is causing the deadly fires sweeping across Los Angeles?The Palisades and Eaton Fires have caused the most damage so far, spreading over 29,000 acres collectively.
By Pandora Dewan Last updated
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What is thundersnow? The weird weather phenomenon rumbling through the East Coast and MidwestThe conditions needed to create thunderstorms are very rare, and can be dangerous, meteorologists warn.
By Pandora Dewan Published
