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Hurricane Irene in Google Earth

Hurricane Irene in Google Earth

« Rome looks amazing in Google Earth | Main | New Google Earth Imagery – August 24 » Hurricane Irene in Google Earth Hurricane Irene, which has already done some serious damage to Puerto Rico, was recently captured in stunning high resolution by NASA’s Terra satellite as it heads toward the east coast of...

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Hurricane Season: New NOAA Outlook

« Previous | Main August 04, 2011 1:03 PM ABC News Arlette Saenz reports: In its new outlook for the 2011 hurricane season, NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center predicted an above-normal hurricane season with 7 to 10 hurricanes, and 3 to 5 of those hurricanes categorized as major.  14 to 19 named storms are expected total, which...

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Hosea Gear not ready to join Hurricanes exodus

TOBY ROBSON FAIRFAXRUN OF RUMOURS: Hosea Gear says it is not accurate to ink “former Hurricane” next to his name if he is selected to play the Wallabies. “Obviously there is some interest from down south…[but] I’m keeping my options open.” Hosea Gear has left the door open for the Hurricanes and is denying he...

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US: Stronger odds for above-average hurricane season

US: Stronger odds for above-average hurricane season

MIAMI — the probability of an above average Atlantic hurricane season is even greater than three months ago, U.S. government forecasters said Thursday. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration slightly upgraded its May outlook, calling for 14 to 19 named tropical storms, up from a range of 14 to 18. That includes the five tropical...

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Forecasters: Rest of ‘cane season busy

Forecasters: Rest of ‘cane season busy

Associated Press Writer MIAMI — Exceptionally high ocean temperatures and atmospheric conditions that support hurricane development will keep the Atlantic and Caribbean on track for an above-average storm season, U.S. forecasters said Thursday. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration slightly upgraded its may outlook, calling for 14 to 19 named tropical storms, up from a range of...

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Not just hot air: Marco Island’s Hurricane Preparedness Seminar draws a crowd

Not just hot air: Marco Island’s Hurricane Preparedness Seminar draws a crowd

MARCO ISLAND —Living in paradise, residents have to learn to deal with unwanted guests. Monday evening, nearly 100 Marco Islanders showed up at the Community Room inside the police station to hear about dealing with the most unwelcome of all – hurricanes. As Islanders arrived for the 2011 Hurricane Preparedness Seminar conducted by the city’s police...

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Forecasts for 2011 Atlantic Hurricane Season Largely Unchanged

Forecasts for 2011 Atlantic Hurricane Season Largely Unchanged

Forecasters at Weather Services International stuck with their earlier prediction that the 2011 Atlantic hurricane season would bring 15 tropical storms, with eight of those growing into hurricanes. Four of those were expected to strengthen into “major” hurricanes of Category 3 or higher on the five-step Saffir-Simpson intensity scale, with top winds of at least 110...

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Hurricanes earn share of league crown

Hurricanes earn share of league crown

ROTTERDAM – Trish Sheperd hit two doubles and drove in a runWednesday as Hunt’s Hurricanes earned a share of the Capital RegionSoftball League title with a 2-0 victory over Bethlehem. The Hunt’s Hurricanes tied for first with the Outkast and theOriginal Slik Chix, as they all finished 16-2 in the league. Katelyn Callahan picked up her 14th win...

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What Goes Into an Emergency Kit?

What Goes Into an Emergency Kit?

Maybe you don’t live in an area where hurricanes or tornadoes are a threat to you. It’s possible that the idea of experiencing an earthquake where you live is so remote that it’s not – in you mind- even worth considering (although as I recall Texas isn’t usually considered to be a hot bed of...

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Fighting in the NHL unnecessary

Fighting in the NHL unnecessary

if we can get through a preseason game without a fight, and nary a soul expresses any dismay at the lack thereof, can’t the NHL do without fighting for good? Absolutely it can. I have been on the fence when it comes to fighting in the NHL, finding it more difficult to justify with each...

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