Compared to the rest of the year, tornado activity is at its highest during May in the United States. Let’s review what you need to know about tornado activity in May, as well as, the rest of the year. Why is there so much activity in May? One of the …
Read MoreBeginning on Monday, severe thunderstorms will flare up throughout the week and the effects will be felt from the plains to the south, including the threat of damaging winds, hail and tornadoes. Threat for Plains, Midwest & South A severe weather threat will exist for multiple days this week in …
Read MoreNew research is predicting that climate change may lead to extreme hot temperatures in the future. Australian cities like Sydney and Melbourne are seeing trends that will lead to summer days of 122 degrees F by 2040. If high greenhouse emissions are allowed to continue, places such as Perth and …
Read MoreLake-effect snow is a common weather term that is often tossed around in discussions of early winter’s snowfall. But what exactly is lake-effect snow? How does it form, and what are the consequences? Cold Air and Warm Moisture Meet to Cause Lake-Effect Snow The frigid temperatures of winter often begin …
Read MoreAre snowflakes truly unique? How big can they get? Do you know the difference between freezing rain and sleet? We’ve compiled a list of interesting and sometimes strange facts about winter and winter weather… Read on for answers! It Doesn’t Take Much Water to Create a Blanket of Snow Fluffy …
Read MoreThe peak season for severe weather in the United States typically falls between March and October, but severe weather can happen at any time. Knowing the difference between Watches and Warnings is essential to help you plan on how to handle severe weather occurrences. Watches Watches are issued by the …
Read MoreEach year, the combination of smoke from crop burning and pollution from factories and automobiles lead to dangerously thick smog conditions in northern India and Pakistan. Lack of air current and rain has exacerbated the problem this year. High Pressure System A high pressure system over the area is keeping …
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