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The Weather NetworkThis new tropical storm in the Atlantic will take a weird track
It’s rare for storms in the Atlantic Ocean to take such an unusual track.
- The State
Another — yes, another — earthquake hits Elgin on Saturday
It’s the fourth in the past week. Whew.
- Miami Herald
There are two tropical storms in the Atlantic. One is expected to become a hurricane.
Of the two tropical storms and one disturbance in the Atlantic region Saturday morning, the National Hurricane Center forecasts one to become a hurricane, one to dissipate by Monday and one to become nothing more than it is right now.
- INSIDER
A rustic private island in Maine is on the market, but the owner will only sell to someone willing to stay overnight—despite perilous weather
Owner Billy Milliken told Insider that Ducks Ledges Island has dangerous conditions in the winter and no running water. It's not for everyone.
- Myrtle Beach Sun News
How did Tropical Storm Colin sneak up on national weather forecasters in the Carolinas?
The only hint that any tropical weather might appear came Friday afternoon, when the National Hurricane Center noticed a low pressure system near Savannah, Georgia. Twelve hours later, Colin appeared.
- MarketWatch
We want culture, dining and wilderness in areas with homes for $300,000 – so where should we retire?
When you think of wilderness, is it bear and moose and such, or national forests and other preserved areas, including wildlife management areas and state parks, for hikes? This option puts you on the other side of the country and in a city of 31,000 people some 25 miles west of Knoxville.
- GOBankingRates
Unplug These Appliances That Hike Up Your Electricity Bill
Hold on to your wallet. Due to inflation and prices surging for natural gas, heating oil and other fuels, you will see a significant rise in your utility bills. So if you've opened your electric bill...
- Charlotte Observer
‘Numerous’ severe storms expected in Charlotte Sunday, NWS warns. What you should know.
Quarter-size hail, potentially damaging winds could accompany the storms, NWS forecasters said.
- The Weather Network
Bonnie set to leap into the Pacific as Colin targets the Carolinas
As Bonnie takes an unusual trip across the Atlantic Ocean into Pacific waters, Tropical Storm Colin will soak the Carolinas after coming to life early Saturday morning along the southeastern U.S. coast.
- AZCentral | The Arizona Republic
Residents of most Arizona counties should wear face masks indoors, new CDC guidance says
Residents in nine of Arizona's 15 counties should be wearing face masks in indoor public places due to COVID-19, updated federal guidance says.
- WFTV
Scattered showers and rainy conditions continue across Central Florida
Saturday is going to be hot and steamy with storms continuing as we head into the afternoon.
- Florida Today
Pumping ocean water into the IRL and creating inlets draws fire from fish conservationists
Some critics warn that new inlets in the Lagoon could risk changing the ecology of the lagoon while pushing pollution south, eventually onto beaches.
- CBS News Videos
Strong storms headed to Northeast for July 4 weekend
Strong storms are moving through the Great Lakes into the Northeast, bringing potential heavy rains and frequent lightning. Weather Channel meteorologist Chris Bruin has the forecast for the July 4 holiday weekend.
- The Conversation
Physicists hunt for room-temperature superconductors that could revolutionize the world's energy system
Wind turbines and solar panels in Southern California. 4kodiak/E+ via Getty ImagesWaste heat is all around you. On a small scale, if your phone or laptop feels warm, that’s because some of the energy powering the device is being transformed into unwanted heat. On a larger scale, electric grids, such as high power lines, lose over 5% of their energy in the process of transmission. In an electric power industry that generated more than US0 billion in 2018, that’s a tremendous amount of wasted mone
- TODAY
Giant snails carrying parasite that causes meningitis prompt quarantine in Florida
Giant African land snails, an invasive species of mollusk, poses a threat to Florida residents as it can spread meningitis from a parasite it carries.
- VC Star | Ventura County Star
Southern California residents cut water in drought of 'epic proportions'
California cities have a slew of restrictions to save water amid the extreme drought. Here's what is happening in Ventura County.
- Raleigh News and Observer
Rare crocodiles on the brink of extinction will be raised at North Carolina aquarium
“They have amazing, piercing green eyes, and they really fix you with them.”
- LA Times
Water restrictions bring big profits for businesses helping SoCal cope with drought
With consumption caps in effect, obtaining, conserving and, in some cases, illegally stealing water have become pillars of the drought microeconomy.
- Detroit Free Press
Remote lodge at tippy-top of the U.P. is now official dark sky park
In the Keweenaw Peninsula, the stars shine brightly over a lodge that's mastered ways to dim its light
- TheStreet.com
Ford Makes a Major Change
The legacy automaker has just made a decision that will affect consumers buying its electric vehicles via a lease.