Thursday, March 2 afternoon weather
Thursday, March 2 afternoon weather
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Miami HeraldOne hurricane forecast to extend to seven days. More time for Florida to watch — and worry
Two more days to prepare — or worry.
- The Hill
California snowpack climbs to all-time high, more winter weather on the way
Following a remarkable winter in which back-to-back “atmospheric rivers” pummeled the West Coast, California’s snowpack levels have climbed to an all-time high, according to state meteorologists. The state’s average snow-water equivalent — the amount of water contained in a snowpack — soared to 236 percent of seasonal norms on Thursday, surpassing a 1982-1983 record, the California Department…
- Fox Weather
Snow isn’t over yet: Storm system to dump upwards of a foot in northern tier of country
A storm system that will produce severe weather in the Mississippi Valley will also generate snow showers in the Upper Midwest and Northern plains.
- Deseret News
Ongoing storms help Utah out of extreme drought for 1st time since 2020
While drought conditions remain in Utah, no parts of the state are listed in extreme drought for the first time in nearly three years, according to a new report issued by the U.S. Drought Monitor.
- Fox Weather
The Daily Weather Update from FOX Weather: Severe weather outbreak could span 20 states
Start your day with the latest weather news – A powerful storm system is expected to produce a widespread severe weather outbreak in the central U.S. today and dump snow on millions of Americans across the country's northern tier.
- The Des Moines Register
Tornadoes wreak extensive damage in southeastern Iowa; Coralville, Hills among hardest hit
Severe storms swept across southeastern Iowa Friday, damaging homes and businesses. Gov. Kim Reynolds signs disaster relief proclamation.
- Out Traveler
El Niño Brings Record Ocean Temperatures – Here’s What That Means for You
Should you cancel those vacation plans, or just pack an umbrella?
- Fox Weather
Deadly tornado outbreak marches eastward Saturday after rocking heartland
A tornado outbreak that has moved through the heartland has turned deadly with search and rescue efforts still underway. There were at least 50 reports of tornadoes across half a dozen states.
- INSIDER
Crowds of passengers took shelter inside O'Hare Airport as hundreds of flights are delayed amid severe storms, tornado warnings: 'I have never seen anything like this'
Kaitlyn Hoch told Insider the crowd at O'Hare International Airport was "super chill and relaxed" as they waited for the storm to pass.
- Iowa City Press-Citizen
University of Iowa cancels Final Four watch party ahead of Friday's weather
The Athletics department will plan a watch party at Carver-Hawkeye Arena should the team advance to the national championship game Sunday.
- Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
Severe weather expected in southern Wisconsin while multiple rounds of snow are likely up north
Latest storm could bring high winds, hail and tornadoes to southern Wisconsin while multiple rounds of snow are expected up north.
- Fox Weather
At least 1 death reported in Little Rock area after tornado causes catastrophic damage
A tornado that ripped through the Little Rock, Arkansas, area Friday killed at least one person, injured others and caused catastrophic damage to several homes.
- The Oklahoman
Northern lights may be visible in Oklahoma this week
Oklahomans might have a chance to see northern lights after a severe geomagnetic storm created auroras that were visible as far south as Arizona.
- LA Times
San Diego residents say they were jolted and jiggled as quake strikes near Temecula
The magnitude 4.2 quake was reported at 6:16 p.m. 11 miles from Temecula, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
- The Register-Guard
2 to 4 feet of snow forecast for Oregon mountain passes as spring break ends
Snow levels are expected to drop Friday night from 3,000 feet to 1,500 feet, with the possibility of some snow accumulating as low as 500 feet.
- Popular Mechanics
The Dogs of Chernobyl Are Experiencing Rapid Evolution, Study Suggests
A new study analyzed the DNA of feral dogs living near Chernobyl, compared the animals to others living 10 miles away, and found remarkable differences.
- The News-Press
View from above: Aerial video shows Fort Myers Beach scars six months after Ian
Adding to the special coverage we have been providing to mark the six-month anniversary of Hurricane Ian, this drone video provides a unique view.
- Lexington Herald-Leader
‘This is not a drill.’ State of emergency declared ahead of potentially severe weather
The storm is expected to arrive Friday evening, according to the National Weather Service.
- Raleigh News and Observer
These 5 counties have led NC population growth since the pandemic, Census Bureau says
Two suburban Triangle counties and three on the coast outpaced the rest.
- Fox Weather
'My house is gone': Survivor of deadly Wynne tornado describes devastation in Arkansas town
Extensive damage was seen Friday after a tornado ripped through the northeast Arkansas town of Wynne, located about 50 miles west of Memphis, Tennessee.