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Storms Head Across the U.S. This Week

Look out for severe thunderstorms and some beneficial heavy rainfall.

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Meet Asperitas, the Trendiest Addition to the Cloud Atlas

After years of lobbying by cloud-spotters, the World Meteorological Organization has granted asperitas a spot in the official cloud canon.

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How Were Roads Cleared Before Snowplows?

We've come a long way since the days of snow shoes.

A Massive Snowstorm Is Heading to the Northeast

Stock up on bread, milk, batteries, and wine.

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8 Climatic Facts About Our Abnormally Warm Winter

4. Chicago saw no snow in January or February.

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Severe Thunderstorms Head to Midwest, South, and Northeast

Tornadoes, damaging winds, and large hail are all possible.

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Storm Chasers Put Twister Star Bill Paxton On the Map with GPS Tribute

Nearly 200 weather enthusiasts collaborated on the project.

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Inside Canada's Annual International Hair Freezing Contest

At the Sourdough Rendezvous festival in Whitehorse, icy locks are the ultimate bizarre fashion statement.

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You Can Now Check Facebook for the Latest Weather Forecasts

Your weather app has some competition.

Look Out! Heavy Snow and Strong Winds Are Heading to the Northeast

The dose of intense winter weather will snarl travel and likely bring daily life to a halt through the beginning of the weekend.

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A London Brewery Is Giving Away Free Beer Every Time It Rains

Follow London Pride—the flagship beer made by Fuller's Brewery—on Twitter to score your free pint.

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Is California's Drought Finally Ending?

The state recently got some good news about its improving liquid fortunes.

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7 Fun Cold Weather Activities Beyond Snowmen

Have fun outside, no matter how cold it is!

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Villagers in India Knit Giant Sweaters for Rescued Elephants

Snug, and stylish to boot.

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2016 Was the Hottest Year Ever Recorded

Scientists say our role in climate change is “plain as day.”

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Storms Dump Billions of Gallons of Water Into Lake Tahoe

The water level has risen by a foot since January 1.

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12 Cool Ice and Snow Festivals Happening This Winter

You might be surprised by how many towns go out of their way to celebrate icy weather and snow!

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Famous Giant Sequoia Topples in California Storm

The giant tree had a tunnel big enough to drive through.

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This Ingenious Snow Shovel Design Makes Clearing Your Driveway a Breeze

The Snow Wolf is designed to reduce your risk of injury while clearing your driveway.

Get Your Shovel: A Big Storm Will Stun the Southeast Tonight

The storm could produce amounts of snow this region only sees once or twice a decade.

5 Record-Breaking Weather Facts of 2016

We're breaking new records year after year. That's not good.

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4 Ways to Become a Weather Forecaster From Your Backyard

It’s pretty easy to become an amateur scientist using the smartphone in your pocket or dedicating a tiny part of your yard to science.

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Chicago Is Colder Than Mars This Week

Keep your tongues away from those flagpoles, kids.

6 Notable Facts About the 2016 Hurricane Season

Thanks to warm waters and an assist from La Niña, this year’s hurricane season was an active one.