Over 500K Left Without Power After Record-Breaking Winds Hit the Central US
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Over 500K Left Without Power After Record-Breaking Winds Hit the Central US
Over 500K Left Without Power , After Record-Breaking Winds , Hit the Central U.S. .
On December 15, powerful storms generated
record-breaking winds from the
Rocky Mountains to the Great Lakes.
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CNN reports that the high winds tore roofs off of houses, overturned vehicles, shut down highways and forced some air traffic controllers to evacuate their towers.
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According to the National Weather Service's Storm Prediction Center, at least 55 wind gusts over 75 mph were recorded across the Midwest and the Great Plains.
The most ever recorded in
a single day in the United States.
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In Colorado, wind gusts up to
100 mph or higher were also recorded.
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Almost 20 tornadoes were reported across Minnesota, Iowa and Nebraska.
CNN reports that record heat
in the north fueled the storms. .
I've been doing this 30 years, and we're seeing things today in the CNN Weather Center we have never seen before, Tom Sater, CNN meteorologist, via CNN.
According to Poweroutage.us, over
530,000 power outages have been
reported, with Wisconsin and
Michigan most affected.
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In Kansas, air traffic controllers were evacuated and parts of Interstate 70 were closed down.
In Kansas, air traffic controllers were evacuated and parts of Interstate 70 were closed down.
CNN points out that the record-breaking winds come just days after tornadoes tore through 8 states, one of which was the
deadliest December tornado ever recorded in the U.S.
US Facing Winter Storms, , Thunderstorms and Wildfires This Week.
NBC reports that the United States is facing
a slew of weather-related risks on March 13.
A major snowstorm is forming over the Rockies and severe
thunderstorms are taking shape across the Plains, while Texas
and Oklahoma are facing an extreme risk of wildfires.
Five million people were under Winter Storm Warnings
on the morning of March 13, ahead of what could
turn out to be Denver's biggest snowstorm of the season.
Five million people were under Winter Storm Warnings
on the morning of March 13, ahead of what could
turn out to be Denver's biggest snowstorm of the season.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms are expected to hit
Denver through midday before plummeting
temperatures bring snow in the early evening.
Heavy snow with wind gusts up to 40 miles per hour
are expected to last through the morning of March 15 and
make travel across the I-25 corridor nearly impossible.
Meanwhile, four million people across Kansas,
Missouri and Nebraska are facing the risk of severe
storms, including large hail and isolated tornadoes.
On March 14, the storm is expected to
shift east, threatening 21 million people from
northern Illinois down to northeast Texas.
At the same time, the southern Plains
are facing an increased risk of wildfires.
The Storm Prediction Center warned
that critical-to-extreme fire danger
could result in a 'wildfire outbreak.'.
On March 13, Amarillo, Lubbock and Roswell, New Mexico
are all under Red Flag Warnings and considered at
extreme risk due to high winds and dry conditions
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Stay informed about the latest snowstorm hitting northern states! Minnesota, Illinois, and Wisconsin are under winter weather advisories, with forecasts predicting significant snowfall. Minnesota could see up to a foot of snow over the weekend, while parts of New England anticipate 12 to 18 inches. Stay tuned for updates and stay safe.
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This Day in History: , First Cases Reported in
Deadly Influenza Pandemic.
March 11, 1918.
Private Albert Glitchell
reported flu-like symptoms at
the Fort Riley hospital in Kansas.
Hours later,
more than 100 soldiers on the
base reported symptoms.
The virulent influenza
spread to other army bases, prisons
and then across the Atlantic, where
World War I continued to rage.
The virus came to be known as Spanish flu.
The influenza was responsible
for eight million deaths in Spain.
Even after the end of the war,
Spanish flu continued to wreak international havoc.
28 percent of Americans
became infected. 675,000 Americans died.
Worldwide, deaths due
to the Spanish flu pandemic are
estimated between 20 and 50 million
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More and More , US Locations Offering , Lucrative Relocation Programs.
CNN reports that a growing number of smaller cities
and towns in the United States have started offering
relocation packages to attract potential new residents.
Perks can include financial incentives, free gym
memberships, access to co-working facilities
and even a dinner with the mayor. .
The most lucrative of these relocation incentives
have reportedly offered as much as five figures. .
MakeMyMove.com is an online marketplace
connecting remote workers with locations across
the U.S. that are offering relocation packages.
In 2023, over 50,000 people applied
for programs through the platform. .
In 2018, Tulsa Remote became the first company to offer
a $10,000 relocation package to entice remote
workers and entrepreneurs to relocate.
Ascend West Virginia offers a $12,000 cash incentive,
along with a number of outdoorsy perks, to attract
people to a number of Ascend communities.
CNN reports that Indiana has been
one of the most ambitious when it
comes to offering relocation benefits. .
According to MakeMyMove.com, there are
dozens of Indiana cities offering incentive
packages, including Noblesville and Evansville.
Other locations with relocation programs
in place include: Kansas, Kentucky,
Alabama, New York and Alaska. .
Other locations with relocation programs
in place include: Kansas, Kentucky,
Alabama, New York and Alaska. .
Other locations with relocation programs
in place include: Kansas, Kentucky,
Alabama, New York and Alaska.
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At Least 1 Person Killed in Shooting , at Chiefs Super Bowl Celebration.
Up to 22 people were shot leaving
a rally for the Chiefs' Super Bowl win
on Feb. 14, NBC News reports. .
Up to 22 people were shot leaving
a rally for the Chiefs' Super Bowl win
on Feb. 14, NBC News reports. .
One of the victims,
Lisa Lopez-Galvan, was killed.
She was a DJ at KKFI 90.1
in Kansas City, Missouri.
15 others had life-threatening injuries,
and six had minor injuries. .
15 others had life-threatening injuries,
and six had minor injuries. .
12 children were being treated at Children's Mercy Hospital, most of whom had gunshot wounds. .
12 children were being treated at Children's Mercy Hospital, most of whom had gunshot wounds. .
Three people were detained in the shooting which "appears to have been criminal in nature and not terrorism," NBC News reports. .
Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly was
also evacuated from the scene. .
Chiefs players took to social
media to ask for prayers
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Scientists Warn of , Climate Calamity , Following Hottest January Ever.
'The Guardian' reports that scientists have warned the
world is not prepared for coming climate disasters as
global warming continues to break temperature records. .
Following the hottest year ever recorded, marine
scientists have been shocked by prolonged, intense
temperatures at the surface of the world's oceans. .
Following the hottest year ever recorded, marine
scientists have been shocked by prolonged, intense
temperatures at the surface of the world's oceans. .
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), 2024 has a one-in-three
chance of being even hotter than 2023. .
Higher global temperatures increase
the risk of both fires and flooding. .
Higher global temperatures increase
the risk of both fires and flooding. .
In Chile, President Gabriel Boric has declared a two-day period
of national mourning following the country's deadliest
recorded wildfire which killed 120 people in the Valparaíso region.
In the United States, California declared
a state of emergency amid an "atmospheric river"
which has resulted in unprecedented amounts of rain. .
Fuelled by extreme weather
and climate extremes, the frequency
of climate-related disasters has
dramatically risen in recent years, Raul Cordero, climate professor at the University of
Groningen and the University of Santiago, via 'The Guardian'.
Fuelled by extreme weather
and climate extremes, the frequency
of climate-related disasters has
dramatically risen in recent years, Raul Cordero, climate professor at the University of
Groningen and the University of Santiago, via 'The Guardian'.
In some regions of the world,
we are facing climate-fueled
disasters for which we are not
prepared, and it is unlikely that we
will be able to fully adapt to them, Raul Cordero, climate professor at the University of
Groningen and the University of Santiago, via 'The Guardian'.
In some regions of the world,
we are facing climate-fueled
disasters for which we are not
prepared, and it is unlikely that we
will be able to fully adapt to them, Raul Cordero, climate professor at the University of
Groningen and the University of Santiago, via 'The Guardian'.
Richard Betts of the Met Office’s Hadley Centre urged
global leaders to take action to reverse direction
on the world's path toward a climate calamity. .
We can still limit the extent to
which extremes get worse if we
urgently reduce greenhouse gas
emissions to net zero – but with
global emissions still rising, it’s hard
not to be increasingly concerned about
how we will deal with what’s coming, Richard Betts, Met Office’s Hadley Centre, via 'The Guardian'
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Punxsutawney Phil , Does Not See His Shadow.
The weather-predicting groundhog did not see his shadow
on Feb. 2, anticipating an early spring, CNN reports. .
On average, Phil has been less than 40% accurate since 2013, according to NOAA's National
Centers for Environmental Information. .
But the National Weather Service's Climate Prediction Center has forecast above-average temperatures for February continuing into spring for much of the Northern U.S.
While many people might view these conditions as simply a mild winter, .
they could also be thought of as
indicative of an early spring.
This winter, every northern state had one of its warmest Decembers on record.
This winter, every northern state had one of its warmest Decembers on record.
For nearly three-quarters of the U.S., "winter has become the fastest-warming season," CNN reports. .
While winter technically ends
on March 19 at 11:06 p.m. ET.
warming trends suggest
Phil's prediction may come to fruition.
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California Braces, for Back-to-Back , 'Pineapple Express' Storms.
On February 1, the West Coast of the United States
was bracing for severe weather, with over
22 million people under flood alerts. .
NBC reports that both state and local officials
have already taken action to limit potential damage
and disruption from two powerful Pacific storms. .
Approximately 32 million people are also under high
wind alerts, bringing the potential of widespread
power outages as the pair of storms approach. .
The first of the storms is forecast to hit on
February 1, while the second storm is expected
to hit on February 4 and carry into February 5.
Both storms could be categorized as
"Pineapple Express" storms, having
originated in the subtropics of Hawaii.
Further inland, the storms are expected
to carry heavy snow, with over one million
people under winter weather alerts. .
According to National Weather Service
meteorologist Robert Hart, areas above 7,000 feet
could experience as much as 18 inches of snow.
NBC reports that Southern California
is predicted to receive the worst
of the rain from the February 1 storm. .
NBC reports that Southern California
is predicted to receive the worst
of the rain from the February 1 storm. .
The state, which is already recovering from recent record-
breaking rainfall and flooding, can expect the second
stronger storm to bring heavy winds, rain and snow. .
According to the California Department of Water
Resources, 5 million sandbags and over 62,000 flood-
blocking "super sacks" were on ready to combat flooding.
According to the California Department of Water
Resources, 5 million sandbags and over 62,000 flood-
blocking "super sacks" were on ready to combat flooding
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Incoming Storm , Could Boost Water Level , Recovery at Lake Mead.
'Newsweek' reports that a Pacific storm is
expected to bring "widespread precipitation"
to a large portion of the United States.
Widespread precipitation with
the next Pacific storm driven by
a strong extended jet stream -
a cold front and atmospheric river
is expected Thursday with
much colder air for Friday
and lower snow levels, National Weather Service office in San Diego, via X.
The deluge of rain is also expected to benefit
water levels at Lake Mead, which are already
26 feet higher than the same time in 2023.
Following years of drought, Lake Mead hit
alarmingly low levels in the summer of 2022. .
Above-average precipitation during
the winter helped water levels at
the reservoir begin to recover in 2023.
National Weather Service (NWS) meteorologist
Chris Outler told 'Newsweek' that any
rain-producing storm system in the
Colorado River basin will benefit Lake Mead. .
The lake will definitely be getting
some of the rain, and so will the
basins that drain into the lake.
We'll take anything we can get, Chris Outler, National Weather Service
(NWS) meteorologist, via 'Newsweek'.
'Newsweek' reports that a majority of Lake Mead's
recovery can be attributed to snow melt that
feeds into the Colorado River every spring.
At the end of November, water levels
at Lake Mead began increasing again,
after maintaining levels since September. .
As of January 30, Lake Mead has reached
1,072 feet, which represents a four foot
increase since the beginning of the month.
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Denver prepares for a major snowstorm on March 13-14, with some areas expecting up to 1.5 feet of snow. A low-pressure system could bring heavy snow due to upslope winds. Winter storm warnings are issued, warning of dangerous travel conditions. Flight delays and school closures are anticipated. The wet, heavy snow may cause power outages and downed trees.
#Colorado #SnowStorm #SnowstormUS #ColoradoSnowStorm #USnews #Weatheralert #USnews #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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The U.S. Supreme Court plans to issue a ruling on Donald Trump's candidacy in Colorado's presidential primary election, stemming from his alleged involvement in the Capitol attack. This comes after lower courts disqualified Trump from state ballots under the 14th Amendment. The court's decision, amid concerns about state authority and presidential immunity, carries significant implications for Trump's candidacy and future legal battles.
#USSupremeCourt #DonaldTrump #ColoradoPrimary #Trump2024 #DonaldTrumpNews #Trumpnews #Trumpupdates #SuperTuesday #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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The U.S. Supreme Court plans to issue a ruling on Donald Trump's candidacy in Colorado's presidential primary election, stemming from his alleged involvement in the Capitol attack. This comes after lower courts disqualified Trump from state ballots under the 14th Amendment. The court's decision, amid concerns about state authority and presidential immunity, carries significant implications for Trump's candidacy and future legal battles.
#USSupremeCourt #DonaldTrump #ColoradoPrimary #Trump2024 #DonaldTrumpNews #Trumpnews #Trumpupdates #SuperTuesday #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews
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Trump Wins , 2024 Nevada Republican Caucuses.
Donald Trump claimed victory at
the Republican presidential caucuses
in Nevada on Feb. 8, CNN reports.
His closest rival, Nikki Haley,
did not compete for Nevada's delegates. .
Trump also won in Iowa and New Hampshire.
His latest victory inches him closer to the party's 2024 presidential nomination. .
Nevada's caucuses came two days after primaries were held, at which time Haley
lost to "none of these candidates.".
Nevada's caucuses came two days after primaries were held, at which time Haley
lost to "none of these candidates.".
We always knew Nevada was a scam.
Trump had it rigged from the very beginning.
… We didn’t spend a day or a dollar there.
We weren’t even worried about it, Nikki Haley, to Fox Business.
Trump attended a caucus watch party
in Las Vegas on Feb. 8.
As the Supreme Court questions whether
Trump can be removed from Colorado's primary ballot,
and Special Counsel Robert Hur releases a
scathing report about Biden's mental faculties.
As the Supreme Court questions whether
Trump can be removed from Colorado's primary ballot,
and Special Counsel Robert Hur releases a
scathing report about Biden's mental faculties.
As the Supreme Court questions whether
Trump can be removed from Colorado's primary ballot,
and Special Counsel Robert Hur releases a
scathing report about Biden's mental faculties.
Trump reveled in his political fortunes. .
Is there any way we can call the election
for next Tuesday? That’s all I want. , Donald Trump, via CNN
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