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Hey Lee….

As Hurricane Tropical Storm Katia continues to churn in the Atlantic, Tropical Storm Lee slowly (and I do mean slowly) makes his way through the northern Gulf of Mexico into the Deep South.  As of 4:00 PM CDT on September … Continue reading

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Irene Brings Catastrophic Flooding to Vermont

Disclaimer: I lived in Vermont for a little less than a year during my freshman year of college. I have not been back since I transferred over 10 years ago.  The events of yesterday have caused me to reflect on … Continue reading

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North Georgia Flooding Kills Eight, Brings Evacutaions, Snarls Traffic

Just reposting from here.  Despite the forecast in the article, it appears much of the affected area was dry today.  There is still a chance for showers and thunderstorms through the remainder of the week. Major flooding in north Georgia … Continue reading

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Frost Advisories & Freeze Watches/Warnings Up Around the Continent

Frost and freeze advisories are up in New England and northern Michigan.  Meanwhile, a freeze watch is in effect in NW Colorado and eastern Utah.  None of these occurrences are unusual, just a sign of Fall and the associated crisp … Continue reading

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Severe Wx Strikes Memphis

Heavy rain, high winds, and potential tornadoes (NWS verification forthcoming) struck Memphis, TN earlier today, damaging a shopping mall just east of the city.  SPC reports indicate the tornado was not far from interstates 240 and 40 with some tree … Continue reading

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