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Another atmospheric river is headed to Western WA, but it won't be as bad
SEATTLE — As Western Washington reels from catastrophic flooding that swept the areas along major river valleys, another plume of moisture will arrive on Sunday, according to the National Weather Service.
An atmospheric river rolled into the region Monday, bringing devastating floods to several areas and hitting communities along the Nooksack...Read more
NYC to get up to 4 inches of snowfall overnight
NEW YORK — New York City is poised for a wintry glow-up overnight, with several inches of snow forecast to fall across the five boroughs as Christmas draws ever near.
While Saturday started off unseasonably warm — with highs hitting the low 40s — temperatures are expected to dip just enough by late evening, setting the stage for a snowy ...Read more
For livestock owners in Washington's floods, evacuating is extra complicated
SEATTLE — As flood warnings got more serious on Monday evening, Kim Head knew she had to pack up her horses and leave.
The Snohomish County resident, who lives outside Monroe, had 14 horses to move as river predictions climbed and floods threatened the property.
Gathering some friends and people who board their horses on her property, Head ...Read more
Trump signs emergency declaration for Washington floods
SEATTLE — President Donald Trump has granted Washington’s request for an emergency declaration in response to this week’s devastating flooding, according to Gov. Bob Ferguson.
Ferguson said he received a phone call from Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem informing him of the president’s decision and that the state has also ...Read more
Haiti farmers battered by Hurricane Melissa are still reeling, UN says
A month and a half after Hurricane Melissa killed dozens of people in Haiti, the country is still struggling with its aftermath.
Haitians, who were already going hungry because gang violence has blocked highways and cut off commerce, are grappling with even more shortages and the loss of crops, the regional director of the United Nations’ ...Read more
Washington floods: Dozens rescued while stranded in homes, vehicles
SEATTLE — Rescue crews saved dozens of people Thursday as historic flooding and heavy rains swept through Western Washington.
Those living near the Snohomish and Skagit rivers face the brunt of record flooding described as potentially “catastrophic” by the National Weather Service.
“This situation is dynamic and dangerous,” Snohomish...Read more
Washington flooding a state of emergency, governor says
CAMP MURRAY, Wash. — Gov. Bob Ferguson declared a state of emergency Wednesday, called in the National Guard and said he is requesting assistance from the federal government following historic flooding that continues in Western Washington this week.
The governor made the announcement during a news conference at the state emergency operations ...Read more
'A bit like poker,' California's wet winter brings La Niña/El Niño confusion
LOS ANGELES — Californians can be excused for being confused about the weather forecast.
Scientists in October said La Niña had arrived, which many associate with dry conditions, particularly in the Southland.
But we have instead experienced a very wet season — at least so far — with rain bringing much-needed moisture to the brush, ...Read more
More than 900 flights delayed by snow at Denver International Airport
More than 900 flights were delayed Wednesday at Denver International Airport as a winter storm dumped several inches of snow on the metro area.
As of 6:45 p.m. Wednesday, 939 flights at DIA were delayed and 11 were canceled, according to flight-tracking website FlightAware.
Flights headed in and out of DIA were being delayed by an average of ...Read more
Snow delays hundreds of flights at Denver International Airport
DENVER — Hundreds of flights were derailed Wednesday morning at Denver International Airport during a weather-fueled ground delay issued by the Federal Aviation Administration.
As of 7 a.m. Wednesday, 267 flights at DIA had been delayed and one was canceled, according to flight-tracking software FlightAware.
Flights headed in and out of DIA ...Read more
First winter storm of the season dumps snow on upstate NY
NEW YORK — The first major winter storm of the season struck upstate New York on Tuesday, with much of the region forecast to receive some significant snowfall by day’s end.
Precipitation from a “strengthening coastal storm” started falling overnight, first as a wintry mix, then as tendrils of snow Tuesday morning, at times falling at a...Read more
Billions of dollars being provided to help Jamaica recover from Hurricane Melissa
A month after Hurricane Melissa devastated Jamaica and left billions of dollars in damage in its wake, international financial institutions are making up to $6.7 billion available to help the island-nation in its recovery and reconstruction.
The funds, available over three years, are part of a financial support package put together by the ...Read more
More than 1,000 flights canceled and delayed nationwide on 'one of the busiest travel days in TSA history'
As travelers prepare to fly home on what is anticipated to be one of the busiest travel days in 15 years, a powerful winter storm in the Midwest and Great Lakes region has prompted the cancellation of hundreds of flights nationwide.
As of noon Sunday, 6,211 flights have been delayed into and out of the United States, and 1,006 flights have ...Read more
Saturday snow breaks record in Chicago, NWS confirms
As Chicagoans woke up to “Winter Wonderland”-like conditions Sunday, snowfall recorded at Chicago O’Hare International Airport Saturday was confirmed as a record 8.4 inches, the highest snowfall on a single calendar day in November since 1951, according to the National Weather Service.
The snow tapered out by late morning Sunday, and the...Read more
More than 1,000 flights canceled at Chicago's airports as up to 10 inches of snow blankets the region
CHICAGO — As heavy snow blanketed the Chicago area Saturday afternoon, the National Weather Service warned of up to 10 inches of accumulation by the morning. More than 1,000 flights were canceled at the city’s airports, while road conditions also grew hazardous.
The weather service expected total snow accumulations between 6 and 10 inches ...Read more
More than 1,000 flights canceled at Chicago's airports as up to 10 inches of snow blankets the region
CHICAGO — As heavy snow blanketed the Chicago area Saturday afternoon, the National Weather Service warned of up to 10 inches of accumulation by the morning. More than 1,000 flights were canceled at the city’s airports, while road conditions also grew hazardous.
The weather service expected total snow accumulations between 6 and 10 inches ...Read more
Chicago scraps flights as major storm brings snow to Midwest
Hundreds of flights have been canceled in and around Chicago and roads are becoming treacherous as one of the busiest travel weekends of the year collides with a major storm bringing wintery conditions throughout the U.S. Midwest Saturday.
Winter storm warnings and weather advisories stretch from Montana to western Ohio as a large swath of the ...Read more
Weather service warns of deadly 18-foot 'sneaker waves' along Northern California coast
SAN FRANCISCO — This weekend might not be the best time to go surfing, tidepooling, or frolicking along the shoreline.
The National Weather Service has issued a warning to Northern Californians of potentially deadly “sneaker waves” reaching 13 to 18 feet in height along the coast until at least 10 p.m. Sunday. These waves get their name ...Read more
Officials warn winter storm and heavy snow will affect holiday travel plans Saturday
After a blustery, chilly Thanksgiving day, a winter storm watch will be in effect for much of northern and central Illinois and parts of northwest Indiana from Friday at 3 p.m. until Sunday at 6 a.m., with possible snow accumulations of over 6 inches.
Snow will develop late Friday through Saturday night, and will fall heavily at times — up to...Read more
Officials warn winter storm and heavy snow will affect holiday travel plans Saturday
After a blustery, chilly Thanksgiving day, a winter storm watch will be in effect for much of northern and central Illinois and parts of northwest Indiana from Friday at 3 p.m. until Sunday at 6 a.m., with possible snow accumulations of over 6 inches.
Snow will develop late Friday through Saturday night, and will fall heavily at times — up to...Read more
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