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Following a very wet pattern last week, AccuWeather forecasters warn that additional rain is on the way for the Northwest this week that will heighten the risk for widespread flooding.

Also, the dramatically cold weather and dangerous conditions gripping the Central and Eastern states will ease up this upcoming week. How long will the reprieve last, and will it hurt chances for a white Christmas?

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Under perfect conditions, up to 120 meteors per hour could shoot across the night sky this Saturday and Sunday when the Geminids reach their peak.

Also, veterinarian Dr. Jennifer Coates writes for The Spruce Pets that not all dogs need winter jackets, but many do. Dogs that benefit the most include small breeds, puppies, senior dogs, and pets with health conditions. Short-haired breeds or any dog in the miniature category may also need an extra layer when temperatures drop.

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For the second time in two years, one of the driest places on Earth has a lake following the wettest November since record-keeping began in 1911.

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While the Rockies are behind, parts of the Midwest and New England are seeing a blockbuster snow season.

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Chicago, Detroit, Des Moines, Iowa, and even Richmond, Virginia, have picked up accumulating snow so far this year--but when will it be New York City's, Philadelphia's and Boston's turn? The clock may be ticking down.

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A pair of atmospheric rivers will unleash many inches of rain and trigger major flooding in parts of western Washington and Oregon through the middle of this week. More storms will follow past the middle of December.

Also, more Arctic air is building over northern Canada and will be directed into the United States, courtesy of the polar vortex. How long will the cold waves last? Will it stay cold through Christmas?

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Successive storms early this week and beyond will trigger flooding, landslides and high winds in the mountains, with impacts that may cascade into regional air and highway travel through the busy holiday period.

More Arctic air is building over northern Canada and will be directed into the United States, courtesy of the polar vortex. How long will the cold waves last? Will it stay cold through Christmas?

AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures plunged to 73 below zero atop New Hampshire’s tallest mountain Thursday night as a storm roared through the Northeast.

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The best chance of seeing snow on Christmas morning remains in the mountains and northern United States, but here are the most likely big cities that could see snow on Dec. 25.

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Proven ways to keep your Christmas tree fresh

•Hydrate consistently: Never let the stand run dry
•Avoid heat sources: Keep tree away from fireplaces, vents or radiators. Warm air dries the tree out quickly.
•Lower room temperature: Slightly cooler indoor air helps slow needle drop.
•Use LED lights: They emit less heat than incandescent lights, which helps the tree retain moisture.

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A late-November cold snap sent temperatures in Minneapolis so low that, for a short time, it was actually colder than Mars, according to readings from NASA’s Curiosity rover.

Mason County technical rescue teams were able to reach the driver hanging about 100 feet off the ground after he lost control and went over the edge of an overpass during snow and icy conditions.

Dangerous snow squalls will sweep from the Great Lakes region to the Northeast states into Thursday evening, raising the risk of multiple vehicle accidents due to rapidly deteriorating conditions on the highways.

A shifting polar vortex will allow multiple rounds of Arctic air to invade the central and eastern United States through the first half of December. The cold waves will be accompanied by opportunities for accumulating snow.

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Two cities had their biggest November snowfalls in history, while more than 10,000 flights were delayed for those going home on the holiday weekend. The polar vortex is on the move with its Arctic blasts, but so are storms packing snow and ice. The weather pattern setting up over the next couple of weeks will be very winterlike in the Central and Northeastern states.

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From a bright supermoon to the Geminid meteor shower, December is filled with must-see astronomy events. Here's when and how to see each celestial sight.

Also, December's first week will feature multiple rounds of wintry weather in the Midwest and Northeast, starting with a sprawling storm which will bring several cities their first accumulating snow of the season by Tuesday.

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A high-impact storm that will stretch from the Rockies to the Great Lakes this weekend, bringing heavy snow ice and severe weather to more than a dozen states — and major travel disruptions.

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Witnessing a seiche is like looking at a hurricane's storm surge and waves - but it can happen during the winter, tossing heavy snow or lake ice into the mix.

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November isn't prime season for Texas tornadoes, but one touched down in northwest Houston Monday, damaging 100 homes and causing a gas leak.

In other news, the most widespread lake-effect snow event so far this season will cause major disruptions around Thanksgiving, with an AccuWeather Local StormMax™ of 36 inches.

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Paradegoers can expect sunshine and a chill in the air, but gusty winds may make it tough for some of the parade’s most famous balloons to take flight.

Elsewhere, several inches of rain falling over a few days through Thanksgiving will slow motorists during the busiest travel week of the year, as a surge of moisture arrives ashore from the Pacific.

Lake-effect snow, gusty winds and sudden squalls will to impact post-holiday travelers from the Great Lakes to the Northeast, creating slick and hazardous conditions Friday. Snow will also streak across the Plains.

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A weather instrument dropped from a Hurricane Hunter plane during Hurricane Melissa measured the highest winds on record for such an instrument.

Also, mosses are known to thrive in some of Earth’s harshest environments, from Death Valley’s scorching heat to the freezing peaks of mountains. Now, researchers have discovered that this tiny green plant can even survive the vacuum of space.

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The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season brought 13 named storms and five hurricanes, including Hurricane Melissa, which devastated Jamaica as a Category 5.

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A strong storm sweeping from Texas into Tennessee will bring several inches of rain, flash flooding and rounds of severe thunderstorms with hail and a high wind threat into Friday.

Also, the summits of Hawaii were covered in white this week, but snow in the mountains there isn't as unusual as you might think

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A storm will impact much of the eastern two-thirds of the United States during the busiest travel times ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday as millions hit the highways and head for the airports.

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The narrow corridor of mixed rain and snow shifted east-southeast Tuesday night. Some areas cooled long enough for plain snow to fall and accumulate across portions of Pennsylvania. This mix will continue into early Wednesday in portions of Pennsylvania, northern New Jersey, southeastern New York and perhaps southwestern Connecticut before temperatures rise and precipitation moves offshore.

AccuWeather meteorologists are warning that heavy rain spreading across parts of the central United States from today to Friday will create hazardous travel conditions, but it could also bring some benefits to areas experiencing drought. Severe thunderstorms are also expected...

-The northernmost town in North America will say goodbye to daylight this week as it enters its annual polar night. Residents won't see the sun again until Jan. 22, 2026.

-During the Nov. 11–12 solar storm, Russian cosmonauts temporarily relocated their sleeping quarters as a precaution against increased radiation exposure, NASA confirmed.

-A family was swept into the ocean Friday around noon near Garrapata State Park, about 8 miles south of Monterey, California, as one of the most powerful storms in months hit California. According to the local sheriff's office, the father jumped into the powerful waves to save hi...

A future storm may end the south-central United States dry stretch this week, with the potential for 2-4 inches of rain and localized flooding.

In addition, rain and mountain snow is forecast for portions of the West Coast as the week goes on, with only brief breaks in between for the storm-weary residents.

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A new clipper storm will bring bursts of snow, gusty winds and slippery travel to parts of the Northeast. As more cold air pours in from Canada, more lake-effect snow will unfold later in the weekend to early next week.

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The weekend will draw to a close with the Leonids, one of the final meteor showers of the year and one that has a rich history of memorable outbursts.

Also, USDA data shows bird flu cases have surged this fall, particularly among turkeys — the holiday main course. Experts warn that the outbreak could push up prices leading up to Thanksgiving.

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A rare setup for November will unleash two waves of heavy rain across California, with the second storm threatening to bring major flooding, mudslides, and travel chaos to Los Angeles and surrounding areas.

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A dramatic temperature split will unfold this week as record-challenging warmth expands across the Plains, while cold air entrenched in the Northeast brings snow, slick travel and the need for winter gear.

Also, from the Rockies to New England, here’s where snow will pile up, when ski season will peak, and which slopes may struggle with warmth and icy conditions during the 2025–26 winter.

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A brief, but high-impact storm will bring heavy rain, feet of high country Sierra Nevada snow and hazardous travel to California and neighboring states from Wednesday night to Thursday night.

Also, astronomers have spotted the largest and most distant flare ever observed from a supermassive black hole. Nicknamed “Superman,” the flare originated 10 billion light-years from Earth, and at its peak, the light emitted shone with the brightness of 10 trillion suns.

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Cold air will expand across the eastern half of the nation into early week, AccuWeather forecasters warn, ending the growing season in the South.

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A new study claims that rising temperatures around the world will make it harder for elite athletes to break the marathon world record, or for recreational runners to hit their target times. Of the 221 races analyzed in the report from Climate Central released last week, 86% of them are less likely to have optimal racing conditions for runners by 2045.

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-A major cold outbreak will grip the eastern U.S., ending the growing season in part of the South and triggering the season’s first snow and biting AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures in the single digits across the North.

-Following a series of storms with drenching rain and strong winds from Northern California to Washington and British Columbia much of this week, a break of dry weather, with some sunshine included, returns this weekend.

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According to the National Weather Service office in Boston, a 'gustnado' struck the southeastern part of the state Monday night. A gustnado is a  short-lived, ground-level swirl of wind that can form along a thunderstorm’s leading edge.

Also, Two hikers are safe after being rescued in snowy, freezing conditions on Mount Mansfield, the tallest mountain in Vermont.

a major shift in the weather pattern will unfold this weekend and early next week across the central and eastern US bringing a surge of cold air and the potential for the first widespread snow of the...

Strong winds of 40-60 mph, with an AccuWeather Local StormMax™ of 70 mph, will accompany a fast-moving storm sweeping from the Upper Midwest to the Northeast, bringing travel delays and sporadic power outages.

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AccuWeather forecasters say warm waters and a temporary lull in disruptive winds could support tropical development in the western Caribbean during the final month of the Atlantic hurricane season.

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Waves of rain will soak locations along the West Coast this week as numerous storms pulse across the region, AccuWeather forecasters warn, with no notable end in sight through mid-November.

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Food and assistance on the way to Jamaica, Cuba, and Haiti in response to Hurricane Melissa's destructive path. AccuWeather meteorologists are monitoring the area for the possibility of another tropical storm or hurricane developing in the next two weeks.

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Gathering data from planes inside hurricanes is a dangerous game and 52 lives have been lost since operations began in 1944.

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Through the end of the week, some regions will face eventful weather for outdoor Halloween parades and trick-or-treat night. Check the forecast, if you dare!

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It will be a stormy end to October in the eastern United States, and the drenching rain will be followed by a long-lasting burst of chilly air. Some snow may even fly over the northern mountains.

Also, Hurricane Melissa has already unleashed deadly flooding, and after sweeping over Jamaica, it will take aim at Cuba and the Bahamas with life-threatening conditions.

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Although Jamaica has been hit by many hurricanes, prior to Tuesday a storm stronger than Category 3 has never made landfall on the island.

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Melissa has already turned deadly across Haiti and the Dominican Republic, but AccuWeather meteorologists warn that the worst may be yet to come with the storm on track to intensify.

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The dangerous phenomenon has already claimed one life in Oregon, as experts advise people along the coast to use caution to avoid being swept out to sea.

Also,when Melissa departs the Caribbean later next week, it may contribute to stormy conditions along much of the United States East Coast with a new round of rough surf and beach erosion in some areas.

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A parade of storms will march into the Northwest from the Pacific with drenching rain, heavy mountain snow, and gusty winds into next week, raising the risk for flooding, travel disruptions, and power outages.

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As Tropical Storm Melissa crawls through the Caribbean, it will strengthen to a hurricane and unleash torrential rain that may trigger major to extreme flooding and mudslides, endangering lives and property.

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The BBC says climate change is leading to more extreme rainfall at the tail end of the monsoon season in India, which meteorologists used to say ended in September. This year, and for the last decade, the rainy season has lingered into October.

Also, Covid-19 fell from the leading cause of death in 2021 to 20th place in 2023, with heart disease and stroke rising to again become the leading causes of death globally.

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From snowy nor’easters to frigid Arctic blasts, here’s what to expect this winter across the US — and where drought and warmth may dominate instead.

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AccuWeather meteorologists explain why October is responsible for some of the most notorious Atlantic hurricanes in history and what climatological differences it brings compared to other months of hurricane season.

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The Orionid meteor shower peaks Oct. 20–21 with up to 20 meteors per hour, and good weather is in the forecast for more than half of the United States.

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Water levels on the Mississippi and lower Ohio Rivers are dropping again, threatening barge traffic and commerce as drought conditions persist with little sign of relief in the coming weeks.

Also, the World Meteorological Organization blamed the increasing carbon dioxide emissions on human activity, a rise in wildfires and a reduction in carbon sinks.

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The biggest storm in months unloaded heavy rain and mountain snow across California to start the week, forcing evacuations near areas devastates by historic wildfires.

Also, an unusual double-ring structure spotted in space with the help of citizen scientists has turned out to be a cosmic rarity. The celestial anomaly, captured by a radio telescope, is an odd radio circle, one of the scarcest and most mysterious objects in the universe.

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Severe storms with damaging winds, hail and downpours will track from the Rockies at midweek to part of Appalachians later this weekend, threatening travel, outdoor plans and sporadic power outages.

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Tropical Storm Lorenzo took shape over the Atlantic on Monday, and another storm could join it by next week.

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Flooding from both heavy rain and wind-driven storm surge will extend from eastern North Carolina to southern New England into Monday night as a sprawling tropical wind and rainstorm crawls northward before turning out to sea, AccuWeather meteorologists warn.

Also, storms pushing inland from the Pacific will deliver the most significant rain and mountain snow to parts of the western United States since early last spring in the coming days.

The storms will create travel disruptions, with mainly wet highways in the lower elevations and snowy, slippery conditions over the highest elevations. The greatest risk...

A new global weather pattern is taking shape in the Pacific Ocean, one that will help steer storms and influence temperatures across the United States into next year.

After Hurricane Helene upended her plans, Betty Kellenberger completed the 2,200-mile hike from Georgia to Maine, setting a new age record on the legendary trail.

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Combined moisture from Priscilla and a newly-formed Tropical Storm Raymond will bring torrential downpours to parts of Mexico and the U.S. Southwest, with a risk of 4-8 inches of rain and life-threatening flash flooding.

Also, a powerful tropical wind and rainstorm will unfold and bring days of coastal flooding, erosive surf, high winds and rain from the Carolinas to New England; Some areas may face impacts similar to a major nor'easter or hurricane.

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A powerful tropical wind and rainstorm will unfold and bring days of coastal flooding, erosive surf, high winds and rain from the Carolinas to New England; Some areas may face impacts similar to a major nor'easter or hurricane.

Also, Jerry became the tenth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season on Tuesday and is on track to become a hurricane as it nears the northeastern Caribbean islands later in the week.

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The parched Midwest and Northeast will finally get a drink of water in the form of rain, while temperatures will fluctuate wildly from near-record heat to a frosty chill through the week, say AccuWeather meteorologists.

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After a brief respite, the Atlantic is about to heat back up, with a new tropical storm expected to form soon. Meanwhile, the Eastern Pacific is still active, and may see its seventeenth storm form later this week.

Also, the first EF5 tornado since 2013 has been confirmed in North Dakota. This tornado, which knocked a train off its tracks, ends the 12-year 'drought' of EF5 tornadoes since the Moore, Oklahoma storm in 2013.

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October can be a month of extremes, and the Midwest and Northeast will experience it all in the coming days: warm afternoons, frosty mornings and desperately needed rain.

Unlike most tornado surveys done in person by the NWS, this tornado was confirmed with the help of satellite photos that showed the path of downed trees.

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The seasonal occurrence that can lead to disruptive tidal flooding is due to a combination of astronomical, climatological and meteorological factors.

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Despite the calendar's turn to October, Mother Nature will be throwing it back to summer in the Midwest from late this week into the weekend, with temperatures expected to soar well into the 80s and 90s, say AccuWeather meteorologists. Temperatures in some areas could challenge all-time October records.

Also, 7 more homes collapse into the ocean on North Carolina's Outer Banks.

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A rare Jay hybrid emerges in Texas: part green, part blue. Unusual weather patterns are bringing once-distant bird species into contact, giving rise to rare hybrids that fascinate scientists and birders alike.

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The first supermoon of 2025 will kick off a busy month for stargazers. Here are the top astronomy events to mark on your October calendar.

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A large and strong area of high pressure will keep much of the central and eastern U.S. dry into mid-October, worsening drought, lowering river levels, raising wildfire risk, and bringing wide temperature swings.

Also, a shift in winds will end the North American monsoon across the Southwest, bringing drier, warmer weather and increased fire danger in the days ahead.

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Newly formed Tropical Storm Imelda to strengthen and bring flooding rain, storm surge, and gusty winds to parts of the Southeast U.S. coast this week. AccuWeather has the latest impacts and track information.

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The southeastern United States is on alert for a potentially land-falling tropical storm or hurricane next week as a new storm is about to join Hurricane Humberto in the Atlantic.

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With homes still full of sand and broken roads waiting to be built, Florida and the southern Appalachians haven't yet fully recovered from Hurricane Helene's wrath.

However, a 26-mile stretch of the Blue Ridge Parkway has reopened in western North Carolina - just in time for the busy fall season.

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A new tropical storm has developed over the Atlantic Ocean, and AccuWeather meteorologists warn another one could soon join it off the coast of the southeastern United States.

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Fall colors are showing up weeks ahead of schedule this year across the Northeast, and forecasters say the primary reason is due to the weather.

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Super Typhoon Ragasa roared through the northern Philippines yesterday as the most powerful storm on Earth this year. It struck with destructive winds and torrential rain, prompting evacuations of thousands of people and preparations in nearby Hong Kong, Taiwan and mainland China. 

Climate scientists worry this will happen more often in the coming years. The western Pacific is the most active tropical basin on Earth, and September is often its busiest stretch. Ragasa is a reminder of how quickly storms in this region can ramp up and how destructive they can be as they approach densely populated c...

Gabrielle could strengthen into a major hurricane near Bermuda early this week as AccuWeather meteorologists monitor other tropical systems with potential to develop across the Atlantic and Caribbean.

Also, a new storm is eyeing the West coast, bringing a renewed threat for heavy rain

Just days after the last round of heavy rain, more wet weather is on the way to the West, especially California; there is also an increased risk for lightning and wildfires.

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A new AccuWeather study of more than 60 years of rainfall records shows U.S. precipitation totals are flat, but heavy downpours and hourly extremes are increasing, raising the risk of flooding, damage, and economic losses.

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Many Eastern states face worsening drought as rainfall remains scarce, stressing agriculture, waterways and fall foliage, though signs of Gulf moisture could bring relief to parts of the Central states next week.

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The unusual lull in Atlantic tropical activity during the climatological peak of hurricane season is at an end. The seventh tropical depression of the Atlantic hurricane season has strengthened into Tropical Storm Gabrielle and may become a hurricane in the coming days. Direct impacts are possible in Bermuda, while indirect impacts—such as rough surf or rip currents—may affect parts of the northeastern Caribbean and the United States.

For a while on Tuesday, folks in the Pacific Northwest were  getting a little nervous. A plume of volcanic ash over Mount St. Helens gave folks the impression that...

A storm with tropical traits will bring heavy rain and coastal flooding to part of the Atlantic Coast, while much of the Central and Eastern U.S. remains dry amid expanding drought and late summer warmth.

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Tropical Storm Mario could send tropical moisture into Southern California and the Southwest this week, raising the risk for showers, storms and flash flooding. Also, from pizza boxes to stuffed animals, geologists have found unusual trash across Yellowstone National Park this year after millions visited during the summer season.

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Tropical development in the Gulf of Mexico poses the greatest short-term risk to the United States this September, with record-warm waters fueling potential rapid intensification and limited prep time for coastal areas.

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A La Niña watch has been issued, but what does that really mean for the rest of Atlantic hurricane season and snow this winter in the U.S.?

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A strengthening storm system and returning warmth will trigger severe thunderstorms across the U.S. Plains Friday into Saturday, with the primary threats being from damaging winds and large hail. In the East, a stagnant weather pattern will limit rainfall across much of the East, raising fire danger and stressing vegetation as cooler, drier air spreads south into Florida.

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Cooler air and storms moving into the western US will aid firefighting in some areas but also bring hazards, including flooding on burn scars and gusty winds that could ignite new blazes.

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Despite their anxieties, many Americans said they don’t feel ready for natural disasters. The poll of 2,500 adults, conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Master Lock, found tornadoes ranked as the scariest natural disaster overall (46%), narrowly edging out tsunamis (43%), followed by earthquakes (35%) and hurricanes (33%). Wildfires (30%), flash floods (26%), heat waves and droughts (6%), blizzards (4%) and mudslides (4%) trailed behind.

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Water scarcity is a huge global issue. More than 2 billion people lack access to safe drinking water, a situation set to worsen due to climate change, which fuels longer and more severe drought. As reservoirs shrink, groundwater dries up and rainy seasons become more erratic, some believe one answer to this crisis lies in the reservoirs of moisture in our skies.

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Wildfire concerns remain high across the northwestern United States, and AccuWeather meteorologists warn that the upcoming week will bring both challenges and some relief for residents in the region.

Also, Woolly Bear caterpillars are starting to emerge, and according to folklore, their colors can predict what type of winter is ahead.

•Black bands: If a woolly bear is mostly black, it indicates a longer, colder and snowier winter is ahead.
•Brown bands: If the middle brown band is large, then the upcoming winter will not be as cold or snowy.

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Leaf-peeping season is almost here. Find out where fall foliage is expected to pop and which regions may have a shorter show this year.

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The start of autumn may feel like an extension of summer across most of the United States, but colder (and snowier) weather is in the forecast. Here's what you can expect in your area this fall.

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A budding tropical rainstorm is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane and impact the northeast Caribbean by midweek, while other areas across the Atlantic and Gulf are being monitored.

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A fast-moving wildfire tore through a historic Gold Rush community in Tuolumne County, California, on Tuesday, forcing evacuations and destroying homes, according to Cal Fire.

The blaze, known as the 6-5 Fire, grew quickly to more than 6 square miles and was still uncontained Tuesday night.

Sargassum supports biodiversity in the open sea, but when it washes ashore, it decomposes, creating environmental, economic and health problems. Mexico has some ideas of how to put it use rather than just cleaning it up from beaches.

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The tropics are becoming more active across the eastern Pacific Ocean, with two named systems in the basin. Tropical Storm Lorena is forecast to affect portions of western Mexico this week and may later influence the weather in the southwestern United States, while Hurricane Kiko is expected to approach Hawaii next week, AccuWeather hurricane experts warn.

85% of world population may see total lunar eclipse Sunday. A "Blood Moon Eclipse" may be seen by billions around the world this weekend, with the moon expected to turn a dark red color for over an hour.

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September is peak hurricane season across the Atlantic, and there is a chance that Tropical Storm Gabrielle forms ahead of the upcoming weekend.

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Fall weather lovers, get ready! A major outbreak of cold air will unfold this week, bringing temperatures more typical of mid- to late October across much of the central and eastern US.

At least three-quarters of the population east of the Rockies will experience the chill at some point this week. The main areas likely to avoid it include much of the Florida Peninsula, portions of the immediate Atlantic coast and central and South Texas.

Also, over the upcoming week, forecasters have been monitoring the anticipated influx of moisture into the Southwestern states. This pattern...

Tropical waves are clusters of showers and thunderstorms that are the seedlings of many of the storms that develop throughout the Atlantic hurricane season.

"Tropical waves originate over Africa as hot, dry air from the north clashes with moist, cooler air from the jungles in central Africa to create a jet stream of winds over portions of the continent," AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva said.

They roll off the coast of Africa near the Cabo Verde Islands and track over the Atlantic Ocean every few days, typically from May to November, like a conveyor...

A lull in tropical activity may keep the Atlantic quiet through Labor Day, but AccuWeather meteorologists warn conditions could turn more favorable for storms by mid-September.

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Conditions close to the United States are more favorable for tropical depression formation due to the Gulf Stream current and the warm Gulf waters.

Also, cool, fall-like weather will have people reaching for jeans and sweatshirts rather than shorts and bathing suits across the Great Lakes and Northeast into the Labor Day weekend, according to AccuWeather meteorologists. Temperatures more common for October will trend as much as 15 degrees below historical averages, with near-record lows at night for many locations.

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A towering wall of dust, known meteorologically as a haboob, swallowed parts of Phoenix Monday evening, plunging the city into near-zero visibility. That was quickly followed by severe thunderstorms that tore through the city, leaving behind downed trees, wind damage and widespread power outages. At Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, a connector bridge was shredded by 70 mph wind gusts. Also, storms will bring disruptions to the interior West this week, while heavy rainfall and an increased risk of flooding target areas from the eastern Rockies to the Mississippi Valley, according to AccuWeather meteorologists.

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The unofficial end of summer will feature a little bit of everything, ranging from triple-digit heat in the Southwest, tropical downpours near the Gulf and even sweater weather to millions.

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Recent dry weather has caused pockets of drought to develop in portions of the southern Plains recently. Despite this, AccuWeather meteorologists warn that enough rain is on the way to raise the risk of flooding.

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An explosion of color takes place in the Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth, makes it exceptional. Some areas receive only a few millimeters of rain each year, and when it does rain, the landscape can be transformed in just a few weeks. Also, NASA is planning to launch a rocket mission to study the turbulence where Earth's atmosphere ends and outer space begins sometime over the next two weeks.

The earliest the agency expects to launch the three sounding rockets is Saturday, with the launch window closing Sept. 3.

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Hurricane Erin is heading away from the United States, but heavy seas, crushing surf and strong rip currents will pose dangers to swimmers and boaters into this weekend.

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A substantial outbreak of cooler air will overtake the Midwest late this week and extend into the Northeast next week, where it could last for several days. Also, as changes in wind intensity continue, Erin’s size will drive dangerous surf and massive seas along much of the United States East Coast, as well as Atlantic Canada and Bermuda waters.

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