#weather-preparedness

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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

I keep trying to name storms. Why does the Met Office turn down my suggestions? | Zoe Williams

Ten years ago this month, the Met Office began naming storms with Abigail, which (who?) was unremarkable, unless you lived in the Outer Hebrides, where the schools closed and the power shut down, so nobody could even go to the cinema. That's the thing about weather: it's very unevenly distributed. There's no way of getting those with the broadest shoulders to carry the heaviest weight.
Environment
Miscellaneous
fromstupidDOPE | Est. 2008
3 months ago

Hurricane Erin Intensifies to Cat 4: What NYC, Long Island, and NJ Need to Know | stupidDOPE | Est. 2008

Hurricane Erin has intensified to a Category 4 storm with 145 mph winds, posing potential risks despite remaining offshore.
Public health
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago

Mountain View braces for extreme heat as climate change progresses - San Jose Spotlight

Mountain View is preparing for extreme heat, potentially facing 124 days a year over 80 degrees by century's end.
New York City
fromLoving New York
6 months ago

Rain in NYC? The TOP 10 Rainy Day Activities In New York City

New York City offers numerous engaging activities for rainy days, ensuring visitors can still enjoy their time despite the weather.
New York City
fromBrooklyn Eagle
6 months ago

Governor launches new 333111 real-time emergency and weather alert system

New York launches a new emergency and weather alert system called "Triple Three Triple One."
Residents can text to enroll for real-time alerts from their county.
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