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On This Day in 1971: The Mississippi Delta Tornado Outbreak
An extensive outbreak of nineteen tornadoes tore across parts of the U.S. in late February.
Read MoreWeekend Weather Preview
A quieter weather pattern awaits most of the nation this weekend.
Read MoreThe Polar Vortex: Filtering The Science Through The Hype
Sorry to break it to you, but the Polar Vortex isn't a new phenomenon.
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The Science Behind Ice Storms
Winter storms commonly cause many extenuating factors, but one type of storm that can be particularly damaging is the ice storm.
Read MoreCoast-to-Coast Storm Systems Improve Drought Outlook Nationwide
Multiple coast-to-coast weather systems led to a soggy, active weather pattern.
Read MoreThe Science of River Flooding
Water is the essential substance of life as we know it, but in massive quantities, the same lifegiving liquid can cause devastation to the point that it takes life away.
Read MoreWhat is a Nor'easter?
One of the most exciting winter phenomena that meteorologists track in the cold season, especially if one is located in the Mid-Atlantic of the Northeast, is a low pressure system (also referred as a cyclone or a storm) called a Nor'easter.
Read MoreBlizzards: Not Always Linked To Major Winter Storms
A blizzard can occur with very little snow and be equally as dangerous to motorists.
Read MoreWeekly Flu Update: Influenza Remains At Seasonal Peak
The flu season continues to deepen, as the vast majority of the country is seeing Very High flu activity this week.
Read MoreWeather 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
Read MoreWhat 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?
Read MoreWhat is the Air Quality Index?
What is the Air Quality Index and how can pollutants impact your health?
Read MoreAsthma and the Weather
During an asthma attack, the airways in and out of your lungs narrow and your body makes extra mucus, both of which make it hard for you to breathe.
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