Redheads are at increased risk of skin cancer even if they DON'T spend time in the sun.Scientists say the production of red hair pigment causes an increased risk of melanoma. Until now it was believed
Redheads are at increased risk of skin cancer even if they DON'T spend time in the sun.
Scientists say the production of red hair pigment causes an increased risk of melanoma.
JUST GET OUT!If you're in the path of a tornado and in a mobile home, you need to get out. Experts say mobile homes are 10 to 20 times more likely to be killed in tornadoes than those in conventional
JUST GET OUT!
If you're in the path of a tornado and in a mobile home, you need to get out.
Experts say mobile homes are 10 to 20 times more likely to be killed in tornadoes than those in conventional homes.
Researchers find glaciers in the region have shrunk by 15% in the last 50 years. A major study of Everest and the national park that surrounds it concluded the area has been warming since the early 1960s,
Researchers find glaciers in the region have shrunk by 15% in the last 50 years.
A major study of Everest and the national park that surrounds it concluded the area has been warming since the early 1960s, and researchers say it is warming at an alarming rate. Many small glaciers have disappeared.
Despite record-breaking flooding in parts of the Midwest this year, the U.S. flood alarm system is about to get smaller. At the beginning of the month, the U.S. Geological Survey turned off some 150 stream
Despite record-breaking flooding in parts of the Midwest this year, the U.S. flood alarm system is about to get smaller.
It's severe weather season, and hurricane season is just around the corner. Storm Team 3 has always stressed that everyone needs a hurricane survival kit. But when a disaster hits, the needs grow.The
It's severe weather season, and hurricane season is just around the corner. Storm Team 3 has always stressed that everyone needs a hurricane survival kit. But when a disaster hits, the needs grow.
The first things we need are the obvious: food, water, shelter and medical aid. But there are other needs...ones you may not think of immediately.
Two years ago, tornado outbreaks were all over the news. The April 25-28 outbreak was the largest tornado outbreak ever recorded. It left catastrophic destruction in its wake, especially across the state
Two years ago, tornado outbreaks were all over the news. The April 25-28 outbreak was the largest tornado outbreak ever recorded. It left catastrophic destruction in its wake, especially across the state of Alabama.
But so far this year, it has been unusually quiet.
The tornado count through May 6th is only 236. Last year, this number was 658. The 8-year average is 620.
This is where to write your daily weather forecast, and add your graphics.
An upper level disturbance will impact the area early this week bringing a solid chance of showers and thunderstorms and mostly cloudy skies.
Rain chances will lower some for mid week as the disturbance dissipates and a more typical late spring pattern sets up with Atlantic high pressure the dominant weather feature.
Several safe boating messages will be issued throughout the upcoming week. Today's message is...vessel safety checks. this boating season and every boating season make sure that you take advantage of the
Several safe boating messages will be issued throughout the upcoming week.
Today's message is...vessel safety checks. this boating season and every boating season make sure that you take advantage of the vessel safety check program.
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH is in effect until 7pm Sunday for the following counties: Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Glynn, Jeff Davis, Montgomery, Pierce, Toombs, Treutlen, Ware, Wayne and Wheeler.A SEVERE
A SEVERE THUNDERSTORM WATCH is in effect until 7pm Sunday for the following counties: Appling, Bacon, Brantley, Glynn, Jeff Davis, Montgomery, Pierce, Toombs, Treutlen, Ware, Wayne and Wheeler.
The Flood Warning Continues For The Ogeechee River Near Eden. * At 9 Pm Saturday The Stage Was 11.1 Feet. * Flood Stage Is 9.0 Feet. * Minor Flooding Is Occurring. * Forecast...The River Will Rise
A river flood warning continues until further notice for the portions of the Ogeechee River in southeast Georgia.
Officials awaited daybreak to fully assess the scope of the destruction left in the wake of a deadly tornado in Granbury.
In a story May 16 about tornadoes that swept through North Texas, The Associated Press misspelled the name of the executive director for Trinity Habitat for Humanity in Fort Worth. He is Gage Yager, not Yeager.
A Record Low Temperature Of 48 Degrees Was Set At Savannah GA Today. This Breaks The Old Record Of 49 Set In 1997. The reason for the big drop in temps... a sprawling cell of Canadian high pressure situated
The temperature dropped to 48 degrees this morning at the Savannah/Hilton Head International Airport.
National Safe Boating Week / National Weather ServiceWith summer fast approaching... families and friends are anxious to enjoy time in the sun and on the water... boating... fishing... paddling and more. During all recreational water activities it's important
During all recreational water activities it's important to remember safety precautions.
© Smart Summer Drive (Pic Courtesy midtowntire.com)As the weather warms up... many people are hitting the road for summer vacation. The Alliance to Save Energy calculated that the average U.S. household will spend nearly 3,500 dollars fueling up vehicles
Maintaining your vehicle and using smart driving techniques can make the gas in your tank last longer – and put a few dollars back in your pocket.
The PING ProjectThe National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) needs YOUR help with a research project! The Precipitation Identification Near the Ground project (PING) wants YOU to watch and report on precipitation type.
The National Severe Storms Laboratory (NSSL) needs YOUR help with a research project! The Precipitation Identification Near the Ground project (PING) wants YOU to watch and report on precipitation type.
Depletion of ozone around the South Pole has altered global air-circulation patterns (Kang et al., 2011)When you hear about the Ozone Hole... you might think about sun burns and skin cancer. Or... maybe you think about aerosol cans... CFCs and the Montreal Protocol. You probably don't picture stronger
The hole in the Earth's ozone layer over the South Pole has affected atmospheric circulation in the Southern Hemisphere all the way to the equator.
Spring & Summer Temp Trend vs Wildfire Activity (Climate Central)The early-season wildfires that flared in Southern California last week are mostly under control now… but that term "early season" may not mean much anymore. A recent Climate Central report shows that
A recent report shows that the burn season across the West is a whopping two-and-a-half months longer than it was 40 years ago.
Source... NWS / NOAA and Climate CentralThe weather forecast for the Kentucky Derby is not looking to good. Latest indications... an 80 to 90 percent chance of showers with cloudy skies. A high around 59 at Churchill Downs... so its going to
The weather forecast for the Kentucky Derby is not looking to good. Latest indications... an 80 to 90 percent chance of showers with cloudy skies. A high around 59 at Churchill Downs... so its going to