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Atmospheric River Douses Northwest, Mountain West

The wet winter this year has already created a strong dichotomy from the dry and active winter of 2025.

Tuesday's Weather Outlook

Tuesday's Weather Outlook

A thorough mix of precipitation is impacting the nation this Tuesday. Mother Nature releases her wrath with several areas seeing a wet, wintry mix of precipitation.

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Snowiest U.S. Ski Resorts

All skiers can agree on one thing - let it snow!

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Dangers of Wind Chills

Low wind chill values can be dangerous for people and pets.

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Avalanche Dangers and Safety

The winter season provides many opportunities to enjoy nature. However, it is important to remember there is the risk of avalanches when you head into snow-covered mountains.

Weekly Drought Map for February 12, 2026

Another Dry Week Leads to Worsening Drought Nationwide

Precipitation was scarce across large portions of the nation again this week.

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Avalanche Dangers and Safety

The winter season provides many opportunities to enjoy nature. However, it is important to remember there is the risk of avalanches when you head into snow-covered mountains.

Weekly Drought Map for February 12, 2026

Another Dry Week Leads to Worsening Drought Nationwide

Precipitation was scarce across large portions of the nation again this week.

Watch vs. Warning

Flash Flood Watch and Warning Defined

Flash Flood Watch and Warning Defined

A person in a pink coat and red mittens holding a snowball. (Image by Dmitriy Gutarev from Pixabay)

Cold Weather and Worsening Health Conditions

Here’s some health conditions that worsen when the temperatures drop.

U.S. Route 52 near St. Donatus between Bellevue and Dubuque, Iowa. (Tony Webster from Portland, Oregon)

Winter Weather Driving Safety Tips

It’s that time of year when temperatures drop to near or below the freezing mark, and snow becomes more frequent across the U.S.

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Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

Winter can be cruel as the season's cold air drives up energy costs. Here's how to save.

Flu Update Valid For Week Ending January 31, 2026

Weekly Flu Update: February Sees Some Flu Shifts

Think flu season was winding down? Not so fast—the virus just reminded us it’s still very much in the fight.

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Top 10 Winter Energy Saving Tips

Winter can be cruel as the season's cold air drives up energy costs. Here's how to save.

Flu Update Valid For Week Ending January 31, 2026

Weekly Flu Update: February Sees Some Flu Shifts

Think flu season was winding down? Not so fast—the virus just reminded us it’s still very much in the fight.

California was affected by a historic drought from 2011-2016. When faced with a water shortage, agricultural land in California’s Central Valley that remains unplanted, or “fallow,” tends to increase markedly because farmers are unable to fully irrigate their crops. (NASA Goddard Photo and Video)

Weather vs. Climate: What Is The Difference?

While weather and climate are both changes in the atmosphere, the difference between them is a measure of time

The U.S. Drought Monitor showing widespread drought conditions in the western and central U.S. on October 4, 2022

What Is The U.S. Drought Monitor?

The drought monitor is the go-to product used by many meteorologists, but what exactly is the weekly map showing?

A blanket of smog lays over Los Angeles in September 2011. Source: Temeku, Wikimedia Commons

What is the Air Quality Index?

What is the Air Quality Index and how can pollutants impact your health?