
WEATHER
Why Do Snow Piles Take Forever to Melt?
It's warm, sunny, and nearly spring. Giant piles of nasty, filthy snow are still lining your streets. What gives?
A Massive, 477-Mile Long Lightning Bolt Just Obliterated All Previous Records
The most metal of all weather events occurred in 2020, when a lightning bolt lit up the sky for nearly 500 miles.
What Causes a Rainbow If There Isn’t Any Rain?
As the saying goes, you can’t have a rainbow without a little rain. But you can have parhelia and circumhorizontal arcs.
The Key to Hassle-Free Snow Shoveling Is in Your Kitchen
Shoveling snow can put quite a damper on a snow day. Here’s a hack to make this chore slightly more tolerable.
If Your Dog Hates Booties, Use Petroleum Jelly to Protect Their Paws in the Winter
If you dread wrangling your pet into their winter booties, a swab of petroleum jelly can protect their paws from snow, ice, and salt in a pinch.
What Is Black Ice, And Why Is It So Dangerous?
Black ice on the road is a recipe for disaster. Here’s what it is, how it forms, and where it’s often hiding in plain sight.