Tag: Weather
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Hurricane Melissa Leaves Jamaica Reeling: 28 Dead and Counting
Overview of the Tragedy Hurricane Melissa has devastated parts of Jamaica, leaving 28 people confirmed dead as officials assess the widespread damage across the island. The storm, which researchers say ranks among the Caribbean’s most powerful landfall events in recent history, struck with unprecedented intensity, bringing ferocious winds and torrential rainfall that toppled trees, flooded…
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Rain Warning Issued for Four Counties Tomorrow: Clare, Galway, Kerry, Mayo
Overview: Yellow Rain Warning for Four Counties A status yellow rain warning has been issued for four counties in the west and southwest of Ireland. Clare, Galway, Kerry, and Mayo are all expected to experience persistent rain starting at 8pm tomorrow evening, lasting until 8pm on Monday evening. The warning emphasizes the potential for heavy…
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Yellow Rain Warning for Clare, Galway, Kerry and Mayo Tomorrow
Overview: Yellow Rain Warning for Four Irish Counties A STATUS YELLOW rain warning has been issued for four counties in Ireland: Clare, Galway, Kerry, and Mayo. The warning is set to come into effect at 8pm tomorrow evening and will remain in force until 8pm on Monday evening. Weather officials warn that persistent rain could…
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Yellow Rain Warning Issued for Four Irish Counties Tomorrow
Overview of the Weather Alert A status yellow rain warning has been issued for four counties in Ireland, with travel and outdoor plans likely to be affected. The warning is set to come into effect at 8pm tomorrow evening and will remain in force until 8pm on Monday evening. The affected counties are Clare, Galway,…
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South-East Queensland Braces for Severe Thunderstorms as Large Hail Expected
Developing Severe Thunderstorms in South-East Queensland Residents across parts of south-east Queensland are urging to brace for a spate of severe thunderstorms, with forecasts warning of large hail, heavy rainfall, and the potential for isolated tornadoes. The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a “very dangerous” thunderstorm warning as a cluster of supercell storms moves through…
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After the Storm: Invercargill Park Clean-Up Continues as Winds Toppled Trees
Overview: An Alden of Destruction in Invercargill Last week’s powerful winds left Invercargill’s parks littered with fallen branches, uprooted trees, and debris scattered across walking paths and open spaces. The scene was described by locals and council staff alike as “absolute carnage,” a stark reminder of nature’s force and the ongoing effort required to restore…
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Climate change threatens marathon performance as race-day weather shifts
Rising temperatures alter the marathon playbook On race day this Sunday, tens of thousands of runners will toe the starting line in a city famous for long distances and ambitious goals. They will confront weather that is warmer than what experts consider optimal for peak marathon performance. While individual sweet spots vary by gender and…
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Climate Change Threatens Marathon Comfort: Why NYC and Other Races Face Harder Conditions
Runners face a warmer reality on race day As tens of thousands of runners line up for the New York City Marathon this Sunday, many will contend with weather that’s warmer than what researchers consider optimal for peak performance. The window scientists identify as ideal for marathon running—roughly between 39 and 50 degrees Fahrenheit (4–10°C)—is…
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Snowbound South Island and North Island Grid Emergency Strain New Zealand Roads
Winter battered New Zealand: snow, outages and travel disruption across the islands A wintry mix has gripped New Zealand, with thick snow blanketing parts of the South Island and a sudden grid emergency declared in the North Island following a lightning strike. Residents waking to a snow-locked landscape face road closures and stranded vehicles, while…
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Winter Storm Strikes South Island While Central North Island Faces Lightning-Powered Power Outages
Snow Clauses the South Island while North Island confronts a power crisis A wintery front has turned parts of New Zealand into a snowy landscape, with residents in the South Canterbury waking to thick snow covering roads and farmland. The conditions have not only disrupted daily life on the ground but also sparked transport delays…