$CORN, $WEAT, $SOY, $USD EXCLUSIVE: At least 1-M acres (405,000 hectares) of US farmland were flooded after the “bomb cyclone” storm left wide swaths of 9 major grain producing states under water this month, satellite data analyzed by Gro Intelligence for Reuters showed. Farms from the Dakotas to Missouri and beyond have been under water […]
Australia is the 6th largest country in the world by area. This massive country/continent has plenty to see and do, making it a popular tourist destination. Being equipped with a bit of knowledge about Australia before going will certainly make the trip better. So, let’s get right into it with ten things you should know […]
FLASH: Spring arrives Wednesday, 20 March at 5:58p EDT. The northeastern United States will get a reminder that Winter is still in session with colder and blustery conditions in store this weekend and below-average temperatures forecast for several days next week. While far from the coldest conditions experienced over the Winter, the colder air coming […]
By Maxine Reiman Winter weather-related automobile accidents are a yearly concern for drivers across the United States. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), winter-weather accidents account for more than 1.2 million or 21% of all crashes. On average, these accidents are responsible for roughly 5,000 deaths and more than 418,000 injuries each year. Illinois is […]
FLASH: A major storm will bring snow, rain, ice or a wintry mix to more than 200-M Americans beginning Tuesday, impacting roughly 60% of the US population. Parts of 39 of the 48 lower United States will be touched by the massive storm, including every state east of the Mississippi River. The storm will have […]
When you travel in the Winter places are emptier and the pace is slower, and prices are cheaper These are the things that greatly enhance your ability to really enjoy the local culture. For tourists who list natural beauty as a priority for traveling, I would say Winter has just as much to offer as […]
A Pacific storm system known as the “Pineapple Express” threatened to dump up to 8 ins of rain and 8 ft of snow on areas of California, raising risks of flooding and mudslides, meteorologists said Wednesday. “The Pineapple Express is no joke,” said a meteorologist with the National Weather Service’s Weather Prediction Center in College […]
Schools closed across Washington State as Winter snowstorms hammered the Northwest again as a larger weather system wreaked havoc in the region and brought snow to Hawaii. Seattle’s metro area had already been hit by 3 snow storms this month and the National Weather Service reports that Seattle-Tacoma International Airport has received 14.1 ins of […]
The 2nd in a wave of powerful storms is hammering California Saturday, shutting Key highways after water and mud rushed into lanes from bare hillsides in wildfire burn areas where thousands of residents were under evacuation orders. Flash flood warnings were issued for huge swaths of Southern California and forecasters said the system brought more […]
Here is a list of US ski resorts that are off the beaten path and not spartan. Crystal Mountain Resort, Washington Less than 2 hours from Seatac International Airport, Crystal Mountain Resort offers accessible affordability, with daily lift tickets as low as $47. Moguls are a mainstay of advanced runs here on the flanks of Mt. Rainier, but the […]
The US plains and MidWest is seeing freezing weather in epic proportions. It is hard to find charm in extremes of any kind, but Winter has a way of visually transforming places into amazing new landscapes. So, in this frame we found some places on Earth that are at their best when in iced and covered with […]
President Trump took a jab at global warming late Monday, urging it to “come back fast” as temperatures are set to dip to way below freezing in the Midwest. “In the beautiful Midwest, windchill temperatures are reaching minus 60 degrees, the coldest ever recorded,” President Trump tweeted. “In coming days, expected to get even colder. People […]
A massive Winter storm system is forecast to sweep across the Midwest into New England, bringing up to 2 feet snow accumulations and high winds. The National Weather Service (NWS) Friday had Winter storm warnings and watches in effect from the Dakotas, across the Great Lakes states and into New England. Forecasters say the storm […]
A weekend snowstorm, which may be the biggest of the season for many cities, will slow down travel in the mid-Atlantic, while a wintry mix causes disruptions farther South. A long-duration winter storm is foreseen for parts of West Virginia, Virginia, Maryland, Delaware, and North Carolina. Snow is forecast to spread quickly eastward with the […]
Every town across the US has its way to celebrate the holidays. So, this year check out one of these picture perfect American towns and holiday away from home. Leavenworth, Washington Like the idea of the world-famous Christmas Markets in Germany, but cannot or do not want to travel to Europe for the Holidays? Then […]
While the storm moving into the eastern United States will be warmer when compared to last weekend’s storm, it may create trouble in the South in the form of flooding as rain and thunderstorms into the weekend. Wet end of week for Southeastern US In areas where there is little or no snow on the […]
If Winter Camping is Your Thing, Here are Some Super Places For those campers in the know, Winter is a great time to pitch a tent. With Winter being classed as the low season, you will meet fewer people and have more tranquility. Plus, you will also be able to visit areas that are uncomfortably […]
Winter Weather Blankets Southern States North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper warned that the state anticipated the storm could cause up to 500,000 power outages. A winter storm unleashed snow and freezing rain on large swath of the southern United States Saturday and threatened to bring treacherous conditions to the East Coast. Approximately 25-M people in […]
Major Storm: Snow, Ice and Rain to Slam South & Central US Friday Winter will deal a swath of heavy snow, ice, rain and thunderstorms that will hit travel hard across the south-central United States from Friday to Saturday with the worst of the storm likely from late Friday to Saturday afternoon. The storm has […]
When Skiing is Not Enough in the Winter Skiing and snowboarding dominate the Winter sports activity lists, there is a whole lot of other activities that will tempt you to get out and enjoy this picturesque time of the year. From running in the North Pole to spotting exotic animals and whizzing across snowy fields at […]
Ankle the Winter Blizzards and Head for the Sun The American Psychological Association has declared the seasonal depression, officially known as Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD is real. It happens when the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, making some people feel symptoms similar to depression. The solution: Get some Sun! This does […]
Winter Storm Update: Hundreds of Flights Canceled, 25-M Stranded Snowstorm to unleashed blizzard conditions across central US from Saturday night to Monday The Latest on a winter storm that is forecast to dump snow across the US Midwest Nearly 500 flights have been canceled on one of the busiest travel days of the year as […]
Take a Hike this Winter Hiking is a perfect activity to enjoy alone, with friends or family in the Winter and you can avoid the snow. It is also ideal for shedding Winter blues, breathing in the crisp air of the countryside and seeing stunning landscapes in a different light, the light is different. If […]
Major Snow Storms Hitting Central and Eastern US A major storm will combine snow and increasing wind to create a swath of blizzard conditions from the High Plains Saturday night to part of the Mississippi Valley on Sunday and the Great Lakes region Monday. While millions of people who had few problems heading to their […]
In These Places It Is Summer 12 Months a Year Sweeping cold fronts, freezing rain and the 1st snowfalls of the year are hitting destinations across the Northern Hemisphere, and the idea of escaping to a warmer front is on many peoples minds. And Yes there are lovely places untouched by these falling temperature. Now, […]
Aspen Colorado, a ‘Wonderland’ All Year Round | e Aspen where the cowboy spirit of the Wild West meets high-end glitz and glamour. Cowboys and ski bums and bunnies mingle alongside Business, Hollywood elites and extreme sports enthusiasts. They come together to enjoy some of the most breathtaking natural scenery in the US from snow capped […]
Snowing in Chicago, Cubs Postpone Home Opener The Chicago Cubs rescheduled their home opener to Tuesday at Wrigley Field due to freezing temperatures and accumulating snow Monday. The only team in the majors yet to play at home this season, the Cubs decided at 11:00a Monday to wait another day to host the Pittsburgh Pirates. […]
Rare, Dangerous Snow Squalls to Hit Great Lakes and Northeast US Rare and dangerous snow squalls to hit Great Lakes, interior Northeast in wake of Nor’easter Biting winds and travel-snarling snow squalls will sweep through the Great Lakes and interior Northeast during the 1st half of this week. Inland areas that will be spared from […]
Heavy Storms and Flooding to Sweep East Coast People across the East Coast are preparing for a major Nor’Easter to hit the region. Heavy rain, intermittent snow and high winds with gusts exceeding 50 mph are expected as the storm moves up the Eastern seaboard, beginning in New York on Thursday evening. The Governor of […]
F1: Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) Did Not Test in the Snow $RACE Wednesday, the 3rd session of Y 2018 pre-season F1 testing started 3 hrs late following overnight snow, and the wintry conditions prevented any meaningful running all day. Ferrari did not run in the snow. With the poor weather predicted in advance, some teams began lobbying for a […]
F1: Ferrari’s (NYSE:RACE) Vettel Scheduled to Test Tuesday in Spain $RACE Sebastian Vettel, runner-up to MercedesAMG’s Lewis Hamilton last year, is scheduled to test drive for the Scuderia Tuesday, when Spain’s weather service forecast colder temperatures and the possibility of snow. Defending champion Lewis Hamilton managed to get in 25 laps before the weather turned […]
Eiffel Tower Closed, Snow and Freezing Rain Covers ‘City of Lights’ The Eiffel Tower was closed and French authorities told drivers in the Paris region to stay home Friday as snow and freezing rain pummeled parts of the country that are ill-prepared for the wintry weather. The company that manages France’s most-visited monument said the […]
Ferrari’s (NYSE:RACE) 812Superfast Motors in the Italian Alps $RACE If you are in the Italian Alps, you know it is Winter. And, as you may imagine, car aficionados are taking full advantage of the snow. And while the Snow means you can easily play with any kind of sled or car, there are not too […]
Shoveling Snow Raises the Risk of a Heart Attack The week’s massive winter storm, which brought much of the US mid-west and east to a standstill, also hiked heart attack risk due to snow shoveling. There are ways to shovel snow safely. “When winter comes, doctors know that the heart attack tally is about to […]
White Christmas on Its Way to the Great Plains and Northeast If you live in the Northeast or Midwest, you are not dreaming of a White , you are going to have a White Christmas. But the trade-off is hazardous driving conditions across New England and the Great Plains. The National Weather Service forecasts snow […]
California’s Winter Snowfall Will Have Some Ski Resorts Open til August Yes, it’s June, but in some parts of California, it is still a Winter Wonderland, it’s a Dream Summer for Skiers and Snowboarders! The unusually high snowfall from the many storms that hit the western mountains over the Winter is still on the ground, in […]
Traveling Cross Country in the Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) GTC4Lusso $RACE Ferrari (NYSE:RACE) is a maker of dream cars, rarely has it or does it compromise. When if an SUV was in its future, Ferrari said No. But, it did went ahead with the GTC4Lusso and there are none that would hesitate find themselves into the driver’s […]
Northeast Blizzard to Hit NYC, NJ, Connecticut, and DC A blizzard watch for NYC was issued as a powerful Nor’easter threatened to bring more than a 12 in of snow to some parts of the Northeast. The National Weather Service issued the blizzard watch from late Monday night through Tuesday evening for New York City […]
The Biggest Storms in 5 years Hit Southern California Southern California cleaned up Saturday after its biggest storm in 5 years unleashed a waves of rain and snow that killed at least 3 people and triggered flooding, mudslides, high winds and power outages, officials said. Vital highways and railways were shut down and sinkholes opened on […]
Snow, Rain, Wind, Severe Weather Across the US Travel ranging from daily commutes to cross-country could be affected by a significant storm in the central and eastern United States next week. A major storm with heavy rain, ice, snow, gusty winds and the potential for severe weather is likely next week in the central and […]
Stay Active in the Winter, Throw Snow Balls Adults should get at least 30 mins of physical activity each day, even in the Dead of Winter, a leading group of dietary and nutrition professionals advises. And children should get at least 1 hr of daily exercise, whatever the weather, the experts at the American Academy of […]
California Now 60% Drought-Free For The 1st Time in Many Years More than 60% is officially drought-free, State officials reconsider mandatory conservation measures. After many, many years of brown lawns, and millions of dead trees, California has reached a point where most of the state is officially drought-free. The state’s snowpack is now at 193% […]
Every Winter, Lots of People ‘Drop Dead’ Shoveling Snow It happens every winter, otherwise healthy men and women die from a sudden heart attack while shoveling Snow, while thousands of other Americans go to emergency rooms with cardiovascular problems. The Big Q: Why are some people more likely to drop dead while shoveling heavy snow […]
Deep Freeze Weather: Good or Bad for US Retailers? $AMZN, $UNG Cold Arctic air is covering the northern part of the USA, demand for Nat Gas to heat US homes is expected to spike, plus a lot of US retailers are hoping that demand for cold-weather gear will spike too. Retailers want enough cold weather […]
Northeastern US in Dangerous Deep Freeze Low temperatures and high winds have the Northeastern US in a deep freeze this weekend Dangerous wind chills of -20 to 30 below Zero in parts of the region made for some crippling conditions Friday. “You are talking about 30 degrees below normal highs. That is pretty darn cold,” […]
This Winter Protect Yourself Against Frost Bite & Hypothermia A polar vortex is bringing extreme cold and winds to the central and eastern United States this week, and millions of Americans are being warned to guard against frostbite and hypothermia. Wind chills could fall to 30 to 40 degrees below Zero in some areas. In […]
Traveling in Switzerland Switzerland has enough natural beauty to nourish the senses and feed the soul, says Tina Junday It feels as though Switzerland has a bit of everything. From the foothills of Bernese Oberland to Lucerne’s lake-side promenades, you can revel in the sounds of Swiss history, savour the crisp fresh air and marvel […]
Dubai, Keeping Cool in the Hot Summer Visitors to Dubai now have a new way to keep Cool during the very hot Mideast Summer. This Summer the company behind the city’s indoor ski slope plans to let guests stay overnight in tents on the man-made snow on Fridays starting from 29 July. For $204 a […]
Fire and Flood Season, a View from Montana Most years May/June is the time we start to worry about Fire and Flood. If there is a heavy snowpack the worry is about a June flood, if a low snowpack the worry about a long fire season. With a huge $7-B wildfire (that is still burning) […]
Raging Wildfires Force Evacuations in Western Canada Massive Fort McMurray wildfires torching 750+ hectares Wildfires causing evacuation notices for hundreds in Alberta and BC, Canada, as crews continue to battle several blazes and experts say the dry temperatures could make for a long and brutal fire season. A wildfire raging in Fort McMurray prompted mandatory […]
Houston, Texas hit with Another Historic Flood The Big Q: Why has the US been hit by major even historic flood after another recently? The flooding that is hammering the City of Houston, Texas is the 8th historic flood in the US since the end of September. The Texas city’s officials have labeled the flooding […]