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OMG science
fromMail Online
3 hours ago

The mysterious pollutant that's found almost EVERYWHERE

Methylsiloxane, a widespread pollutant, is found in high concentrations across various environments, raising concerns about its unknown health impacts.
#california
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

What to plant (and what to remove) in California's new 'Zone Zero' fire-safety proposal

California proposed new landscaping regulations for fire-prone areas, creating a 1-foot 'Safety Zone' around homes where no burnable materials are allowed.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Striking before-and-after images show extent of California's snow drought

California is experiencing its second-worst snow drought in 50 years, with snowpack levels significantly lower than last year.
Science
fromEngadget
2 days ago

A comet gets destroyed by the sun, data centers endanger the Potomac River, and more science stories

NASA shared stunning images of a comet that exploded as it approached the sun, marking its first and last flyby.
#climate-change
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

'That comes with a price tag': How snow removal is busting town budgets

Massachusetts municipalities face severe budget shortfalls due to record snowfall and climate change-related extreme weather events.
Skiing
fromiRunFar
1 week ago

Every Rain Drop

Winter seems to have been skipped entirely, leading to concerns about drought and its impact on local economies.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Heavy rain, dense fog warnings in place for GTA: Environment Canada | CBC News

Dense fog, heavy rains, and potential thunderstorms are expected in the Greater Toronto Area, leading to visibility issues and possible flooding.
Snowboarding
fromHigh Country News
6 days ago

The West's snow drought meant record dryness - but also record flooding - High Country News

The Western U.S. faces a significant snow drought, impacting water supply and ecosystems due to climate change and unusual weather patterns.
#weather-forecasting
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Environment Canada to use AI in new weather forecasting model | CBC News

Environment and Climate Change Canada will enhance weather forecasts using a hybrid model that combines AI and traditional forecasting methods.
Washington DC
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

Opinion: Lessons from a bad weather forecast

Meteorologists overestimated a storm's severity in Washington, D.C., leading to widespread panic and preparations that ultimately proved unnecessary.
#weather
Environment
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

NYC Weather: Dense Fog This Morning, Rain Later Sunday

New Yorkers face fog, mist, and rain with limited visibility and travel delays expected throughout the day.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
1 week ago

Storms Sweeping Bay Area This Week to Bring Rain and Thunderstorms | KQED

Northern California is expected to experience storms with rain, thunderstorms, and potential snowfall in the Sierra Nevada this week.
Environment
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

NYC Weather: Dense Fog This Morning, Rain Later Sunday

New Yorkers face fog, mist, and rain with limited visibility and travel delays expected throughout the day.
East Bay (California)
fromKqed
1 week ago

Storms Sweeping Bay Area This Week to Bring Rain and Thunderstorms | KQED

Northern California is expected to experience storms with rain, thunderstorms, and potential snowfall in the Sierra Nevada this week.
California
fromReuters
1 year ago

How California fights fires from the skies

Firefighters in Los Angeles are combating severe wildfires with a large fleet of aerial firefighting aircraft.
#air-pollution
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Why reducing air pollution deaths isn't just about reducing air pollution

Reductions in vulnerability to air pollution since 1990 saved approximately 1.7 million lives in 2019, with significant improvements in Europe and North America.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Why reducing air pollution deaths isn't just about reducing air pollution

Reductions in vulnerability to air pollution since 1990 saved approximately 1.7 million lives in 2019, with significant improvements in Europe and North America.
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Launching 50,000 mirrors into space will 'significantly' disrupt sleep

The proposed scale of orbital deployment would represent a significant alteration of the natural night-time light environment at a planetary scale.
Science
#aviation-safety
California
fromABC7 Chicago
5 days ago

FAA investigating after large chunk of ice crashes through house and lands on couch

A large block of ice fell through a Whittier home, prompting an FAA investigation.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

A chunk of dirty ice crashed through the roof of a Whittier home. FAA is asked to investigate

A block of ice fell from an aircraft, damaging a home in Whittier, prompting an investigation by the FAA.
California
fromABC7 Chicago
5 days ago

FAA investigating after large chunk of ice crashes through house and lands on couch

A large block of ice fell through a Whittier home, prompting an FAA investigation.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

A chunk of dirty ice crashed through the roof of a Whittier home. FAA is asked to investigate

A block of ice fell from an aircraft, damaging a home in Whittier, prompting an investigation by the FAA.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Bay Area weather radar network aims to improve storm forecasting, flood prep and drought planning

"This is going to help fill that gap in minutes to hours lead time that's vital to know where the heaviest rain is going to hit," Ralph said. "And when and what communities are going to be affected so people in the preparedness community and water resource management community can take action to help protect people's lives and property."
San Francisco
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

See it: Air temperatures and pollution around the world are captured in real time in these animated weather maps

We created Earth in Action to provide a lens into what's happening on our planet, as it happens. Whether it's something typical, like the current air temperature, or an extreme event like a major dust storm, we wanted to provide an opportunity for people to see them.
OMG science
Science
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Satellite mirror plans could disrupt sleep and ecosystems worldwide, scientists say

Deployment of reflective satellites could disrupt ecosystems and human health by altering natural night-time light environments.
#los-angeles
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Smoglandia: Smog was killing L.A., and a Caltech chemist found the murder weapon - in our garages

Smog in Los Angeles during the 1940s and 1950s was pervasive, affecting health and daily life, with various sources blamed for the pollution.
LA food
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

Smoglandia: Smog was killing L.A., and a Caltech chemist found the murder weapon - in our garages

Smog in Los Angeles during the 1940s and 1950s was pervasive, affecting health and daily life, with various sources blamed for the pollution.
Environment
fromBusiness Matters
3 weeks ago

AI and Lightning Risk: Predicting Strikes Before They Happen

Advancements in AI are improving lightning prediction accuracy, aiding safety professionals in assessing risks and preparing for lightning events.
NYC parents
fromNews 12 - Default
1 month ago

Dense fog causes hundreds of flight delays and cancellations across NYC airports

Dense fog across NYC airports Monday caused hundreds of flight delays and cancellations, with visibility dropping below a quarter mile and conditions expected to persist through early Tuesday.
#dense-fog-advisory
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Dense Fog Slows NYC Morning Commute

Dense fog blankets New York City Sunday morning with visibility reduced to a quarter-mile or less, causing commute delays until 9:00 AM with temperatures near 51°F.
Environment
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Thick Fog and Drizzle Cause Delays for NYC Saturday Commuters

New York City experiences dense fog Saturday morning with reduced visibility, slower traffic, and temperatures in the upper 30s to 50°F, followed by a warming trend beginning Sunday.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Dense Fog Slows NYC Morning Commute

Dense fog blankets New York City Sunday morning with visibility reduced to a quarter-mile or less, causing commute delays until 9:00 AM with temperatures near 51°F.
Environment
fromHoodline
1 month ago

Thick Fog and Drizzle Cause Delays for NYC Saturday Commuters

New York City experiences dense fog Saturday morning with reduced visibility, slower traffic, and temperatures in the upper 30s to 50°F, followed by a warming trend beginning Sunday.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Bay Area's hot and dry weather will make your eyes water

That does make the plants begin to pollinate. The warm weather definitely gets them going and at higher levels in the air, absolutely. When we're seeing a bit more windy days, that can also increase that amount of pollen that's in the air.
San Francisco
#winter-storm
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Think this is bad? Scientists warn Britain is about to get BLOOD RAIN

Britain is about to be hit with showers of 'blood rain', according to experts from the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS). This is thanks to a plume of red Saharan dust, which is currently sweeping over Europe towards the UK. When this dust mixes with Britain's persistent rain, the precipitation will take on a distinctive reddish colour - creating a phenomenon known as 'blood rain'.
Miscellaneous
#weather-influencers
#dense-fog
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Here's why Boston streets seem clearer than after the last big storm

Boston improved snow removal efficiency after the recent blizzard by extending parking bans to allow daytime snow hauling operations, removing 200 truckloads in a single day.
New York City
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

The X Factor for New York City's Impending Winter Storm

A large storm will likely bring six to ten inches of snow to New York, with sleet mixing creating uncertainty and potential for higher totals.
Environment
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Update: Dense fog advisory in place for Delta until Friday midday 1/4 mile visibility

Dense fog will reduce visibility to a quarter mile or less overnight in the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys, creating hazardous driving conditions.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday's Headlines: Whiteout Conditions Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A citywide travel ban restricted most vehicles during the storm, while limited public transit continued amid crashes, delays, and suspended delivery and shared-mobility services.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Why freezing rain can be so much more dangerous than snow

Freezing rain causes more damage than snow by forming adhesive ice on exposed surfaces, adding weight to power lines and tree branches and causing outages.
fromSilicon Canals
2 months ago

The one thing meteorologists wish people would stop doing before a winter storm hits - Silicon Canals

When I spoke with emergency management officials last year, they all mentioned the same frustrating scenario. People ignore storm warnings until the precipitation starts falling, then suddenly everyone rushes out at once. The roads become congested with anxious drivers, accidents spike, and stores run out of essentials just when people need them most. But here's what really gets meteorologists worked up about this pattern. Modern weather forecasting has become incredibly accurate, especially for major winter storms.
Public health
Environment
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago

Oh, The Wind and Rain

Gentle winds reveal nature's power and human complacency, suggesting inevitable environmental and societal consequences from cumulative neglect and selfish behavior.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: The Rain Returns

Bay Area faces returning rain, local disruptions from Super Bowl plaza closures, an expanding nurses' strike, traffic crashes, cultural events, wildlife and political developments.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
2 months ago

Watch as frigid air creates mesmerizing cloud streets' around Florida

Parallel cloud streets form when cold, dry Arctic air flows over warmer ocean waters, creating horizontal convective rolls aligned with the wind.
#bay-area-weather
fromZDNET
2 months ago

Forget your weather app: 15 reliable meteorologists and other sources for accurate ice storm updates

If you've ever glanced at your phone's weather app to check the day's forecast or to help plan for an upcoming storm, you've probably run across a scenario where you see an outrageous forecast. It happened to me earlier this week when I noticed my app was predicting more than 13 inches of snow for the Charlotte, NC area. Not only would that be a historic storm, but it would also be fairly apocalyptic for an area where even an inch of snow is a rarity.
Science
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Anticipated rain will bring end to Bay Area's dry pattern

The pattern change began Monday when the barometric pressure surrounding the region started to fall gradually. That increase in low pressure is coming from the southwest and the air is flowing north, opposite of many winter low-pressure systems that dip in from the Pacific Northwest. As a result, light but steady rain is expected to start in Monterey County and the Central Coast late Tuesday morning. The rain is expected to reach the region closer to San Francisco sometime Tuesday night, Murdock said.
Environment
Environment
fromKqed
1 month ago

Bay Area Residents Delight in Rare Snowfall | KQED

Snow fell on Bay Area peaks, drawing visitors; mountain roads closed intermittently, and colder, stormy weather will bring gusty winds and more high-elevation snow.
Environment
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Thunder Ice to Exploding Trees: A Glossary of Scary Winter Storm Terms

A winter storm will bring thunder-driven freezing precipitation (thunder-ice/thunder-sleet) across the Mississippi River Valley while an extreme cold snap risks tree explosions in the Midwest.
fromArs Technica
2 months ago

COVID-19 cleared the skies but also supercharged methane emissions

The remaining question, though, was where all this methane was coming from in the first place. Throughout the pandemic, there was speculation that the surge might be caused by super-emitter events in the oil and gas sector, or perhaps a lack of maintenance on leaky infrastructure during lockdowns. But the new research suggests that the source of these emissions was not what many expected. The microbial surge
Environment
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Study shows how rocket launches pollute the atmosphere

In a high-growth scenario for the space industry, there could be as many as 2,000 launches per year, which her modeling shows could result in about 3 percent ozone loss, equal to the atmospheric impacts of a bad wildfire season in Australia. She said most of the damage comes from chlorine-rich solid rocket fuels and black carbon in the plumes. The black carbon could also warm parts of the stratosphere by about half-a-degree Celsius as it absorbs sunlight.
Environment
Environment
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Dense tree barriers to cut air pollution are coming to West Oakland

Dense plantings of trees and shrubs along Frontage Road in West Oakland will create a pollution-buffering canopy to reduce roadside air pollution and health risks.
Environment
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Guest Idea: The Wildfire Season You're Not Prepared For

Extreme wildfire conditions caused by heat, drought, and wind alignment have nearly tripled globally over 45 years, with human-caused climate change responsible for over half this increase, making simultaneous extreme fire weather across multiple regions increasingly common.
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