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Hurricanes are major storms with sustained winds of at least 74 mph and form over oceans. Hurricane Categories are used to estimate potential property damage -- on a scale from 1 to 5. See what each of the 5 categories means -- in terms of maximum wind speeds and the specific types of damage you can expect to see.
Read moreDo you pay attention to the hurricane forecast each year? There are 5 important new storm forecast changes for hurricane season. See what the changes are, why they were made, and how they affect you.
Read moreWhat's perfect swimming weather? Check out what most people consider comfortable air temperatures and water temperatures for swimming -- then break out your goggles and snorkel and dive in!
Read moreA lot of folks seem confused by when the last day of summer really happens. The calendar tells us one thing, but astronomy tells us something else. See how meteorologists officially determine the beginning and end of summer.
Read moreIn this review, I'm comparing the SA1 Sainlogic weather station with the Davis Vantage Vue weather station. The SA1 is great for amateur weather watchers and gardeners who like to keep their eye on the weather and receive home weather reports!
Read moreHearing loud booms outside? Probably an ice quake. Here's what you need to know about ice quakes & other things that can cause loud booms during the winter.
Read moreLive in the Great Plains or Pacific Northwest? You know about Chinook winds! Chinooks occur on the lee side of a mountain & cause dramatically warmer weather.
Read moreRoad ice is dangerous not just during the winter but all year long! Here's how to drive on ice in 5 scenarios: snow, sleet, black ice, hail, and manmade ice.
Read moreIs heat lightning real? Is there such a thing as heat lightning? See what heat lightning is, what causes it, and why you can't hear thunder from heat lightning storms.
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