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Yahoo
15-04-2025
- Science
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Returning home: 31 endangered sea turtles rehabilitated, released in North Carolina after cold-stunning season
FORT FISHER, N.C. – From stunned to splashing around, crowds of people cheered as groups of rehabilitated sea turtles crawled their way off a windy North Carolina beach Monday and back home to the Atlantic Ocean. One by one, these Kemp's ridley sea turtles were taken by the tide after months of care facilitated by the New England Aquarium's Sea Turtle Hospital. Every year, a certain number of these critically endangered sea turtles are unable to keep up with rapidly changing water temperatures and become hypothermic. The turtles are unable to move and wash up, becoming stranded on beaches in a phenomenon known as "cold-stunning." Watch: Cold-stunned Iguana Tumbles From Miami Tree During Arctic Blast Volunteers from Mass Audubon's Wellfleet Bay Wildlife Sanctuary patrol local beaches looking for beached turtles to bring to the Sea Turtle Hospital in Quincy, Massachusetts. The aquarium said more than 500 live turtles came through its doors this past cold-stunning season, which began in November 2024 and continued into January 2025. Of the 31 turtles that were released Monday, 25 were from the Quincy facility, and six others were driven down from the New York Marine Rescue Center on New York's Long Island. "It is always incredible to watch these turtles become healthy again after being cold-stunned," said Sammi Chaves, a Rescue Biologist at the New England Aquarium. "The progress they make from when they first arrive at the New England Aquarium all the way to when they are released on the beach is amazing and really proves how resilient these animals are." Dozens Of Sea Turtles Rescued From Florida Beaches Following Historic Winter Blast The director of the rescue and rehabilitation program, Adam Kennedy, said in a news release that the number of sea turtle strandings has increased over the past decade. The turtles were driven in temperature-controlled vehicles down to North Carolina, where water temperatures are now warm enough for the marine reptiles. Community members and wildlife enthusiasts gathered along the beach to cheer on and encourage the turtles as they made their way back into the Atlantic. The aquarium said 42 more turtles will be released off Cape Cod, Massachusetts, in the summer, once the waters of Nantucket Sound have article source: Returning home: 31 endangered sea turtles rehabilitated, released in North Carolina after cold-stunning season
Yahoo
23-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Phenomenal forecast headed this way
(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — As of 3 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 22, temperatures were dramatically warmer than what the region saw on Friday. Just about everyone along the I-25 corridor is at least 10 degrees warmer than they were 24 hours ago. Some spots along the Eastern Plains are more than 20 degrees warmer. This warm pattern is expected to continue for the next several days, at least. Models are indicating an abnormally quiet stretch of weather through the beginning of March. Temperatures will be 10 to 15 degrees above average for the week. Typically, during this time of year, temperatures average around the 50-degree mark, depending on the exact location. The end of February signals the end of Meteorological Winter and it will certainly feel that way as the month starts to wrap up. Temperatures lately have been icy cold. Just last week, much of Southern Colorado was more than 30 degrees below normal as the region had to deal with an Arctic Blast. Moving forward, it looks like things are heading in the other direction. The temperature trend is highlighting some much warmer conditions for the end of the weekend and into next week. Highs on Sunday will largely be in the 50s and 60s making it a great day to get outside and enjoy one of the first days of 'false Spring'. Everyone knows this won't last – not around these parts anyway. A look at the next three days shows much the same: 50s and 60s with lots of sunshine to go around. A few different spots, such as Pueblo, may even graze the lower 70s with a nice stretch of warmth on the way. If, however, you are looking for more snow, you may have to wait until the first few days of March are over. Of course, forecasting nearly 10 days out is quite difficult and a lot may still change. Models are hinting at a more active stretch of weather to kick off next month. Be sure to check back in with the FOX21 Storm Team as conditions continue to evolve. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
20-02-2025
- Climate
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WEATHER AWARE: Dangerously cold temperatures tonight through Friday
Weather Aware Tonight through Friday Morning for Frigid Temperatures Tonight: The Arctic Blast arrives across Central Alabama. It will become clear and stay windy. We will have near-record low temperatures fall to the teens. The record is 16 set in 1958. The wind chill will be 5-10°. There could be icy spots on roads across North Alabama if the wind does not dry them out. A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for the wind chill in the single digits across Central Alabama. Thursday will be a blustery day, but we will have plenty of sunshine. High pressure will be northwest of Alabama sending down the Arctic Air. High temperatures will be in the lower to middle 30s. The wind chill is in the 20s. It is possible that many areas of Central and Northern Alabama will not get above freezing for more than 24 hours. This is pipe-bursting cold. Protect pipes, blooming plants, pets, and people. Thursday night will be clear and frigid with record lows in the teens. The record is 18 set in 1963, and we could tie or break it. The wind chill will be around 10°. Bundle up! Another Cold Weather Advisory will be in effect. Friday will be another frigid day with sunshine as high pressure builds across the Southeast U.S. It will be slightly warmer with high temperatures climbing into the lower 40s. Weekend Outlook: We can start to defrost this weekend. High pressure will move northeast of Alabama bringing in warmer easterly winds. Saturday and Sunday will be mostly sunny and warmer with highs in the lower to middle 50s. The warming trend continues early next week with more sunshine and highs in the 60s. Be sure to follow the CBS 42 Storm Team: Follow Us on Facebook: Chief Meteorologist Dave Nussbaum, Meteorologist Michael Haynes, Meteorologist Alex Puckett, and Meteorologist Jacob Woods. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Climate
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AST Blog: It's About to Get REALLY Cold–Record Temperatures Could Be Challenged
The current Arctic Blast will deliver dangerously low temperatures with cold wind chills making it feel even worse. Over the next few days, we will be flirting with record-low high temperatures and overnight lows, while wind chills could drop well below zero in northern Arkansas and into the subzero range here in Central Arkansas, including Little Rock. Wednesday: A Frigid Day and Night• Record Coldest High: 23°F (1929)• Forecast High: 27°F• Record Low: 9°F (2021)• Forecast Low: 10°F A bitterly cold day with highs struggling to reach the mid-20s. North winds of 10-20 mph will make it feel even colder, with subzero wind chills possible across much of the state Wednesday morning. Thursday: Another Near-Record Day• Record Coldest High: 25°F (1936)• Forecast High: 26°F• Record Low: 9°F (2021)• Forecast Low: 13°F Another brutally cold day with highs barely reaching the mid-20s. Wind chills in northern Arkansas could drop as low as -15°F early Thursday, while here in Little Rock, it will feel like the single digits and potentially subzero before sunrise. Friday: A Slight 'Warm-Up'• Record Coldest High: 31°F (1918)• Forecast High: 32°F• Record Low: 16°F (2021)• Forecast Low: 21°F Friday's high temperature of 32°F may barely escape record territory, but it will still be cold. The overnight low of 21°F will stay above the record of 16°F but will still be well below average. How to Prepare for the Dangerous ColdPipes are at risk of freezing, so take precautions to insulate and drip faucets where and livestock need extra care—keep them indoors or provide adequate shelter from the conditions will be hazardous through most of the week thanks to these freezing temperatures sticking around. This level of cold is rare for Arkansas. Dress in layers, stay warm, and check on family and friends who may be struggling with heating. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
19-02-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Wintry Mix Tonight, Weather Aware for Arctic Blast Thursday into Friday
TONIGHT: Our next weathermaker arrives tonight into Wednesday morning. An area of low pressure will move from Texas to the northern Gulf Coast along with a cold front. This will bring rain and snow to parts of Central Alabama. The snow is forecast mainly along and north of US 278 into North Alabama. Some areas just south of that line could see snow mixed with rain. Minor accumulations of a dusting to 1 inch are possible. Some travel issues are likely since the temperatures will be around freezing. A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the northern part of our viewing area. The rest of Central Alabama will have a cold rain with temperatures starting in the 40s. Wednesday afternoon will be cloudy with lingering flurries for Central Alabama as the rain moves east. It will be breezy with temperatures falling into the 30s. Weather Aware Wednesday Night through Friday Morning for Frigid Temperatures The Arctic Blast arrives Wednesday night. This will bring low temperatures in the teens and a wind chill of 5-10°. There could be icy spots on roads across Alabama if the wind does not dry them out on Wednesday night. A Cold Weather Advisory is in effect for the wind chill in the single digits across Central Alabama. Thursday will be a blustery day with sunshine. High pressure will be northwest of Alabama sending down the Arctic Air. High temperatures will be in the lower to middle 30s and a wind chill in the 20s. It is possible that many areas of Central and Northern Alabama will not get above freezing for more than 24 hours. This is pipe-bursting cold. Protect pipes, blooming plants, pets, and people. Thursday night will be clear and frigid with lows in the teens. The wind chill will be around 10°. Friday will be another frigid day with sunshine as high pressure builds across the Southeast U.S. It will be a tad warmer with high temperatures climbing into the 40s. Weekend Outlook: High pressure will move northeast of Alabama bringing in warmer easterly winds. Saturday and Sunday will be mostly sunny and warmer with highs in the lower to middle 50s. Even warmer temperatures are expected next week with more sunshine. Be sure to follow the CBS 42 Storm Team: Follow Us on Facebook: Chief Meteorologist Dave Nussbaum, Meteorologist Michael Haynes, Meteorologist Alex Puckett, and Meteorologist Jacob Woods. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
