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Milder into the weekend then Weather Alert Days for a deep freeze and possible wintry weather

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6 months ago

January 16, 2025

www.youtube.com – WDSU News – 2025-01-16 19:57:49

SUMMARY: A significant weather change is expected this weekend and next week, with weather alert days in effect. Cold air will arrive starting Sunday, with extreme cold settling in on Monday and lasting through Wednesday, posing a risk for pipe freezing, especially on the North Shore. While temperatures may dip into the 20s, the South Shore faces less risk. The potential for wintry precipitation remains uncertain, with forecasts indicating a possibility of snow or mixed precipitation. Monitoring will continue as the situation evolves with conflicting models from the U.S. and Europe, suggesting a low chance (10-30%) of winter weather.

Meteorologist Devon Lucie shows you how much warmer we’ll get over the next two days and when the next round of rain and possible thunderstorms will arrive, then walks us through the WDSU First Warning Weather ALERT Days coming next week showing you how confident we are in how cold it will be and how cold it will feel, then breaks down the possibility of wintry weather surrounding Tuesday walking you through when the precipitation could begin, when it could end, and what type of possible wintry weather is most likely right now, then shows you what types of precipitation are possible and what they are, what we know right now, and what’s still uncertain while finishing with your seven day forecast.

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6 hours ago

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wgno.com – MICHELLE CHAPMAN, Associated Press – 2025-07-08 16:04:00

SUMMARY: For the first time in nearly 20 years, travelers at U.S. airports will no longer need to remove their shoes during security screenings, announced TSA Secretary Kristi Noem. This rule, established after the 2001 “shoe bomber” incident, will be phased out starting Sunday at many airports and soon expanded nationwide. Previously, only TSA PreCheck members could keep their shoes on. The TSA, created post-9/11 to enhance airport security, continues improving traveler experience with measures like facial recognition and Real ID enforcement. Noem’s policy aims to simplify security checks, reduce wait times, and boost passenger satisfaction.

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All Hail King Clifton – The Current

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1 day ago

July 7, 2025

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thecurrentla.com – Erin Bass – 2025-07-07 13:00:00

SUMMARY:

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1 day ago

July 7, 2025

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wgno.com – Hatim Sharif Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, The University of Texas at San – 2025-07-07 10:18:00

SUMMARY: Texas Hill Country, known for its rugged landscapes and shallow rivers, is a hotspot for deadly flash floods. On July 4, 2025, a severe flash flood hit this region, rapidly raising the Guadalupe River by over 20 feet within 90 minutes, causing significant fatalities. The area’s steep hills, semi-arid soils, and the Balcones Escarpment contribute to fast-moving floodwaters. Texas leads the U.S. in flood deaths, with many in Flash Flood Alley, spanning from Dallas to San Antonio. Improved flood forecasting, better public education on flood risks—especially for drivers—and road barricades during high flood risks are essential for enhancing safety and reducing deaths.

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