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Tech Byte – Solar Eclipse Tech

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2024-04-05 08:22:30

SUMMARY: Solar eclipses were once seen as bad omens or supernatural events, believed to predict the death of kings. The tracking of solar eclipses dates back to the 4th Century BC, and modern technology allows us to predict them hundreds of years in advance. In a discussion about an upcoming solar eclipse, it is highlighted that eclipses are not omens but natural astronomical events. The guest explains that a solar eclipse occurs when the Moon comes between the Earth and the Sun, casting a shadow on the Earth. The importance of using proper eye protection, like special glasses, during a solar eclipse is emphasized, as looking directly at the Sun can cause damage to the eyes. The upcoming solar eclipse is described as a rare and amazing cosmic event that should be enjoyed and appreciated. It is suggested to introduce children to astronomy and science to further appreciate the phenomenon. The next solar eclipse for the area is not expected until 2046. The guest, a chief meteorologist, provides valuable information on how to safely view and appreciate a solar eclipse.

Patrick Moates and guest WDEF Chief Meteorologist Austin Onek, discuss the science of the upcoming solar eclipse and what devices you need to watch and photograph it.

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Sam Lucey's Friday Evening Forecast

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www.youtube.com – WXXV 25 – 2025-06-16 07:32:52

SUMMARY: Sam Lucey’s Friday Evening Forecast reports that rainfall totals over the last 24 hours have significantly decreased compared to earlier in the week, with most areas receiving just a trace to under a quarter inch. Temperatures remain warm, reaching upper 80s to low 90s, maintaining a summerlike pattern. Tonight is mostly dry with a slight 20% chance of a stray shower and possible patchy fog early tomorrow. By tomorrow afternoon, showers and thunderstorms return with a 60% chance, increasing to 70% early next week. Rain chances are expected to decrease midweek, leading to hotter afternoon temperatures by late week.

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FIRST ALERT: More chances for rain this week, upcoming forecast (6/15/2025)

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-06-15 21:39:05

SUMMARY: Scattered showers and storms continued across South Mississippi over Father’s Day weekend and are expected to persist into Monday and Tuesday. A waterspout came ashore near Gulfport and Long Beach, quickly dissipating. While rain chances taper off overnight, daytime heating will fuel more storms early this week, with possible localized flooding due to saturated ground. A pattern shift later in the week will reduce storm coverage but increase temperatures. Highs will reach the low 90s on the coast and mid-90s inland by the weekend. Despite the heat, the tropics remain quiet with no development expected over the next seven days.

Meteorologist Taylor Graham has the latest on this week’s chances for rain and the upcoming forecast.

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Digital Desk: Scattered showers and storms expected this afternoon (6/15/25)

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www.youtube.com – WLOX News – 2025-06-15 09:13:13

SUMMARY: Good morning South Mississippi, and happy Father’s Day! It’s a nice start with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the 70s and 80s. Expect increasing cloud cover and scattered showers and storms developing by the afternoon, especially around 2 to 3 PM. Some storms may produce frequent lightning, small hail, and gusty winds up to 40-50 mph, but no severe weather is expected. Rain chances continue through midweek, easing by Thursday or Friday as a high-pressure ridge strengthens, bringing lower rain chances and hotter temperatures. No tropical activity is expected in the Gulf or Atlantic over the next seven days.

Meteorologist Aaron Colby has an update on your Father’s Day forecast. He details the expected scattered showers and storms this afternoon.

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