All articles tagged with #winter storms
Originally Published 1 day ago — by NBC News
Storms battered makeshift tents in Khan Younis, flooding shelters and leaving families cold as winter deepens; thousands of tents were damaged and infant deaths from the cold rose to four, with aid still hampered by bans on building materials and new NGO vetting rules, complicating relief as Gaza’s civilians remain highly vulnerable.
Originally Published 4 days ago — by ABC7 Los Angeles
California is completely drought-free for the first time in 25 years due to recent winter storms that filled reservoirs and ended drought conditions across the state.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Two winter storms are set to bring heavy snow, strong winds, and flash flooding to the northern United States, affecting areas from the northern Rocky Mountains to New England. The first storm will bring snow to the Upper Midwest and New England, while the second storm will impact the Upper Midwest with higher snow accumulations and strong winds. Additionally, flood watches are in place for South Florida and southern New England, with the potential for severe thunderstorms and isolated tornadoes.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
US homebuilding experienced its largest drop since April 2020 in January, with housing starts falling by 14.8% compared to the previous month, largely due to winter storms and higher mortgage rates. Building permits also decreased by 1.5%, indicating a continuing housing shortage ahead, according to Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC10 Boston
Boston is preparing for its first significant snowfall in almost two years, breaking a record streak without four inches of snow. Climate scientists warn that the region is losing snow faster than anywhere else in North America, with warming temperatures exacerbating global warming. The upcoming snowfall is expected to impact traffic, prompting preparations such as checking car lights and windshield wipers, filling up gas tanks, and having ice scrapers ready.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Newser
Memphis, with over 600,000 residents, is enduring its fourth day under a boil water notice due to broken pipes caused by sub-freezing temperatures, snow, and ice. Repair crews are working to fix the issues, with the hope of restoring water service to most customers by Tuesday. However, residents will likely need to continue boiling water through Thursday due to concerns about harmful bacteria contaminating the water supply. The city's water system is not the only one in Tennessee facing problems, as 28 water systems are under boil water notices and 17 counties are reporting operational issues with their water utilities.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NBC News
Winter storms have caused at least 72 deaths across the United States, with 27 of them occurring in Tennessee. Freezing rain and dangerous conditions persist in the Midwest and the South, leading to school closures and urging residents to stay off icy roads. A pickup truck nearly went off a cliff in Maury County, but responders were able to secure the vehicle and rescue the driver.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
Subfreezing conditions and treacherous roadways have led to dozens of deaths across the U.S. due to arctic weather, with Memphis, Tennessee, dealing with broken water pipes causing low water pressure for 700,000 people. Crews are working to fix the issue, and the utility expects most people to have water restored within 24 hours. The cold weather has also caused water issues in other parts of Tennessee, with residents facing multiday water outages and potential bursting pipes. Warmer temperatures are predicted for the coming week, but freezing rain and high wind gusts continue to pose travel hazards in some areas.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
Deadly Arctic weather continues to grip much of the U.S., with at least 69 deaths reported this January. Memphis is dealing with numerous broken water pipes, and the utility expects most of the 700,000 affected residents to have water service restored within 24 hours. The city, along with others in Tennessee, has issued boil water notices, and residents are facing water outages and shortages. The cold weather has also led to deaths in Tennessee and Mississippi, while treacherous conditions persist in parts of Kansas and Oklahoma. However, warmer temperatures are expected to bring relief in the coming days.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by New York Post
At least 67 people have died in the US due to the deadly Arctic weather, with subfreezing conditions reaching as far south as Texas and Florida. Many have been affected by water outages, with Memphis experiencing broken pipes and low water pressure, leading to a boil water notice for all 400,000 customers. Winter storms this month have caused deaths from hypothermia and road accidents, and freezing rain and high wind gusts are making travel treacherous in parts of Kansas and Oklahoma. However, the end of subzero temperatures is in sight for some parts of the country, with a steady warm-up expected.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by NPR
Deadly arctic weather continues to grip much of the US, causing at least 67 deaths and leading to water crises in several states, including Tennessee. Memphis residents have been without running water for days, with the utility's 400,000 customers under a boil water notice. Crews are working to repair broken pipes, and some residents are being moved to hotels. The cold weather has also caused at least 25 deaths in Tennessee, and freezing rain and high wind gusts are making travel treacherous in parts of Kansas and Oklahoma. However, a warm-up is expected in the coming days for the mid-section of the country.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Nearly 90 weather-related deaths have been recorded across the US after fierce winter storms, with at least 25 in Tennessee and 16 in Oregon. Tens of thousands remain without power, and icy conditions are expected to continue until midweek. Fatalities have also been reported in Illinois, Pennsylvania, Mississippi, Washington, Kentucky, Wisconsin, New York, and New Jersey. Some areas are facing potential water shortages, and tens of thousands of people remain without power. Icy conditions and chilling winds are expected to persist, with a thaw expected to bring warm air and rain, potentially causing flooding in parts of the Midwest and northeastern US.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WKRC TV Cincinnati
Deadly Arctic weather continues to grip much of the U.S., with subfreezing conditions reaching as far south as Texas and Florida, causing water issues in Tennessee and at least 25 deaths in the state. Winter storms this month have claimed at least 67 lives around the U.S. Crews in Memphis are working to fix broken pipes causing low water pressure, while residents face water outages and boil water notices. With warmer temperatures predicted, the end of subzero temperatures is in sight for parts of the country.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOIN.com
Independent restaurants and bars in Oregon are seeking immediate aid from the state to address the financial losses caused by winter storms, requesting a 90-day suspension of payroll tax, city and state business taxes, and licensing fees, as well as a three-month moratorium on commercial evictions and the creation of a relief fund. They also seek improved road maintenance and collaboration with utility companies to reduce power outages. The closures have been catastrophic for businesses, with average losses of $23,000 per location and an average wage loss of $1,800 for employees, putting them at risk of permanent closure without assistance.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by FX Empire
Natural gas prices fell during the trading week as concerns about oversupply and the fading impact of winter storms in the United States weighed on the market. Technical analysis suggests a potential drop towards the $2 level, with traders pricing in the upcoming March contract and its typical decrease in demand. The market is likely to carve out a range between $2 and $3.33 for the year, with the $2 level being a major floor.