WEATHER

May 18 2025WEATHER

Midwest and South Recover from Severe Storms

The Midwest and South are picking up the pieces after a series of severe storms left a trail of destruction. These storms, which swept through the regions over the weekend, resulted in significant damage and loss of life. Kentucky, Missouri, and Virginia were among the hardest-hit states, with a tot

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May 18 2025WEATHER

Deadly Storms: A Weekend of Destruction Across Three States

A violent storm system swept across the lower Midwest and South over the weekend, leaving at least 27 people dead. The worst hit areas were in Missouri and Kentucky. The storms brought tornadoes and thunderstorms that caused significant damage and loss of life. The governor of Kentucky, Andy Besh

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May 18 2025WEATHER

Western Wisconsin's Weather Shift: A Cool Break from the Heat

After a long spell of unusually warm weather, Western Wisconsin is finally getting a break. For the past few weeks, temperatures have been soaring into the 60s, 70s, and even 80s. This warm spell lasted for almost two weeks. Now, a change is in the air, quite literally. Cooler temperatures are movin

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May 18 2025WEATHER

Wisconsin's Wild Weather Weekend

Wisconsin just had a wild weather day. Friday, the National Weather Service in the Twin Cities and La Crosse confirmed a total of 4 tornadoes. This brings the total number of tornadoes in Wisconsin to 9. The tornadoes were in various counties. The counties affected were Marathon, Dodge, Rusk, Du

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May 17 2025WEATHER

Kentucky Weather Office Faces Staffing Crisis Amidst Storm Threat

In the heart of the Bluegrass State, a weather office is grappling with a significant challenge. The National Weather Service branch in Jackson, Kentucky, is struggling to maintain overnight forecasts. This comes at a critical time, as severe storms are sweeping through the eastern United States. Th

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May 17 2025SPORTS

Weather Woes Await at the Preakness Stakes

The Preakness Stakes, the second big race in the Triple Crown series, is set to take place at the famous Pimlico Race Course on May 17. However, the weather might not be on the side of the horses and jockeys this year. The forecast for Saturday includes showers and possible thunderstorms, which coul

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May 17 2025POLITICS

Weather Warnings and More: A Quick Look at Today's News

A severe weather outbreak hit the Midwest, with tornadoes touching down in Wisconsin and Minnesota. The storms left a trail of destruction, including injuries and power outages affecting hundreds of thousands. The National Weather Service issued warnings about potential hazards, including damaging

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May 16 2025WEATHER

Storms on the Horizon: Eastern US Braces for Severe Weather

The eastern half of the United States is in for a rough time. A multi-day severe weather event is unfolding, with Friday being particularly dangerous. This isn't just about rain and thunder. Powerful tornadoes and hurricane-force winds are on the menu. The storm system that caused chaos in the M

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

How Weather Shapes the Spread of a Banana Disease

The spread of plant diseases can be quite complex. One disease that affects banana plants is caused by a fungus called Pseudocercospora fijiensis. This fungus can travel long distances, which makes it hard to control. To understand how it spreads, researchers studied the fungus in Martinique over

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May 16 2025SCIENCE

The Hidden Force Behind Clay Breakdown

There is a lot going on beneath our feet. Clay minerals are an important part of the ground we walk on, but they have a big job. They keep the earth stable and healthy. The stability of these minerals is key to understanding how our soil behaves. But there is a mystery. What makes these minerals b

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