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Naples Daily NewsTropics watch: National Hurricane Center watching 3 tropical waves in Atlantic basin
No new tropical cyclones are expected over the next five days but as Tropical Storm Colin reminded us, conditions can change rapidly.
- Associated Press
Biologists' fears confirmed on the lower Colorado River
For National Park Service fisheries biologist Jeff Arnold, it was a moment he'd been dreading. Bare-legged in sandals, he was pulling in a net in a shallow backwater of the lower Colorado River last week, when he spotted three young fish that didn't belong there. Minutes later, the park service confirmed their worst fear: smallmouth bass had in fact been found and were likely reproducing in the Colorado River below Glen Canyon Dam.
- The Des Moines Register
Derecho sweeps through northern Iowa, marking the state's third in less than two years
Weather officials confirmed a derecho struck Iowa Tuesday, following on the heels of August 2020 and December 2021 storms
- Argus Leader
What is a derecho? Is it different from a tornado? Get to know these South Dakota weather terms
South Dakota and parts of Sioux Falls have been hit by a derecho and a haboob in 2022. Here's a look at what exactly they are and their definitions.
- The Stockton Record
‘You just do the best you can’: Jackson residents flee as Electra Fire rages in Amador County
Some 1,200 firefighters are battling the Electra Fire, which has forced evacuations near Jackson, California, after tripling in size overnight.
- AccuWeather
Afternoon storm causes flash flooding
On July 5, a late-afternoon rain storm caused flash flooding of roads near Nageezi, New Mexico.
- KRIV
Tropical Weather Forecast - July 5, 2022
Bonnie is now a major hurricane. The Atlantic has several tropical waves but nothing is expected to become a tropical cyclones for now.
- The Stockton Record
Electra Fire: Wildfire in Amador County strands 4th of July revelers, explodes to 3,034 acres
Firefighters are battling a fresh wildfire that broke out Monday at a recreation area in Amador County packed with Fourth of July revelers.
- AccuWeather
Ominous green sky amid severe weather in South Dakota
Before severe weather swept through the area, ominous green skies loomed over Sioux Falls, South Dakota, on July 5.
- Associated Press
New evacuations for communities near California forest fire
Evacuation orders were expanded Tuesday for remote California communities near a wildfire that may have been sparked by fireworks or a barbecue on the Fourth of July in a mountainous region that's a top tourism destination. The Electra Fire in Sierra Nevada Gold Country broke out Monday afternoon and tripled in size to about 6.1 square miles (15.8 square kilometers). “The rate of spread isn’t what it was like yesterday, but it is still spreading,” said Amador County Sheriff Gary Redman.
- Miami Herald
When is the rain coming back to South Florida? And how long will it stick around?
Summer storms are coming back.
- Idaho Statesman
BLM determines cause of 114-acre Boise-area wildfire on July 4. It might surprise you
The fire, which started near the World Center for Birds of Prey on Monday evening, has been contained.
- BBC
Climate change: 'Sand battery' could solve green energy's big problem
A storage device made from sand may overcome the biggest issue in the transition to renewable energy.
- The Conversation
How hot is too hot for the human body? Our lab found heat + humidity gets dangerous faster than many people realize
Long-term exposure to high heat can become lethal. Mark Wilson/Getty ImagesHeat waves are becoming supercharged as the climate changes – lasting longer, becoming more frequent and getting just plain hotter. One question a lot of people are asking is: “When will it get too hot for normal daily activity as we know it, even for young, healthy adults?” The answer goes beyond the temperature you see on the thermometer. It’s also about humidity. Our research shows the combination of the two can get da
- Associated Press
Great Salt Lake hits new historic low for 2nd time in a year
The Great Salt Lake has hit a new historic low for the second time in less than a year as the ongoing megadrought worsened by climate change continues to shrink the largest natural lake west of the Mississippi. Utah Department of Natural Resources said Monday in a news release the Great Salt Lake dipped Sunday to 4,190.1 feet (1,277.1 meters). Lake levels are expected to keep dropping until fall or winter, the agency said.
- Detroit Free Press
Tim Allen’s yacht spills gallons of oil into Traverse City area marina
The spill of nearly 30 gallons caused the marina to close over the weekend.
- WSOC
Invasive spotted lanternfly sighting confirmed in North Carolina
A population of an invasive fly from Asia has been discovered in North Carolina, confirming a prediction from agriculture experts that it was only a matter of time before the potentially destructive pest reached the state.
- The Weather Network
Strong storm threat persists on the Prairies after multiple tornado warnings
Another day with a strong thunderstorm threat across the Prairies Wednesday after numerous tornado watches and warnings were issued Tuesday night. Stay alert!
- The Coloradoan
Larimer County and Rocky Mountain National Park under flash flood warning
Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms have produced 1.5 to 2.5 inches of rain across the warning area and flooding is occurring or is imminent.
- Florida Today
'Sargassum storm': Stinky seasonal seaweed sets record in Brevard, and more is coming this way
The Caribbean Sea keeps on gifting Central Florida's beaches mounds of mushy, stinky golden brown seaweed.