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Newsweek
12 hours ago
- Climate
- Newsweek
Map Shows States to Be Impacted by Hurricane Erin in Path Simulation
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Hurricane Erin is expected to bring swells to the east coast of the U.S, as well the potential for heavy rainfall on the Outer Banks of North Carolina this week, according to forecasters. Why It Matters The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has already issued warnings regarding Erin's potential coastal impacts, with dangerous rip currents expected along U.S. East Coast beaches. What To Know In a post on social media platform X, meteorologist Mark Margavage said the hurricane had "trended significantly west" in forecast models in recent days. Margavage's post included forecast data from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) which appeared to show the system's expected track shift gradually closer to the U.S. East Coast in successive forecasts. Hurricane Erin has trended significantly west on the European model (and all other models) over the last few days. This animation starts with the 0z 8/16 run and ends with the most recent 0z 8/19 run.#Erin #HurricaneErin #Tropicswx #Tropics #OBX #NCwx — Mark Margavage (@MeteoMark) August 19, 2025 The graphic suggested the system could bring rainfall to states along the Eastern Seaboard, including but not limited to North Carolina, and Virginia. An ECMWF spokesperson told Newsweek the agency could not comment on weather events while they were still unfolding. Newsweek also contacted the NHC for comment via email on Tuesday. According to AccuWeather, Erin could also cause large waves along New York and Massachusetts coastlines. In a Tuesday morning update on Erin, the NHC said the hurricane was at Category 3 strength, with maximum sustained winds estimated at 120 mph. "Fluctuations in strength are expected during the next couple of days. However, Erin is likely to remain a dangerous major hurricane through the middle of this week," the agency said. An NHC graphic shows Erin's expected path, with watches and warnings highlighted. An NHC graphic shows Erin's expected path, with watches and warnings highlighted. National Hurricane Center What People Are Saying Meteorologist Mark Margavage said in a post on X, Tuesday: "Hurricane Erin has trended significantly west on the European model (and all other models) over the last few days." The National Hurricane Center said in an update on Monday: "Erin is expected to produce life-threatening surf and rip currents along the beaches of the Bahamas, much of the east coast of the U.S., Bermuda, and Atlantic Canada during the next several days. Beachgoers in those areas should follow advice from lifeguards, local authorities, and beach warning flags. "Tropical storm conditions and coastal flooding are possible in the North Carolina Outer Banks beginning late Wednesday where Tropical Storm and Storm Surge Watches are in effect. Interests in Bermuda should also monitor the progress of Erin as strong winds are possible beginning on Thursday." Meteorologist Matt Devitt said on X, Monday: "Future satellite image of Hurricane #Erin shows how massive the storm is going to get, eventually growing over 600 miles wide. Even though the center will stay offshore Wednesday into Thursday, the large storm will bring coastal North Carolina tropical storm-force gusts, 15-20 ft waves, surge flooding and beach erosion. "State of Emergency has been declared for Dare County, NC, with a mandatory evacuation for Hatteras Island and Ocracoke." What Happens Next The NHC says Erin is expected to pass east of the Bahamas on Tuesday, and move over the western Atlantic between the U.S.' east coast and Bermuda Wednesday and Thursday.
Newsweek
12-08-2025
- Climate
- Newsweek
Eastern States Face Temperature Anomaly
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Several eastern states are experiencing an unusual August, with temperatures in some areas running 5 to 7 degrees Fahrenheit below average so far this month, according to PRISM weather data. Meteorologist Mark Margavage predicted that mean temperatures in the region are likely to be significantly below average for the month of August, depending on the path Tropical Storm Erin takes. Why It Matters This unexpected cool spell in August disrupts the typical summer weather pattern in a region that usually experiences peak summer heat during August. What To Know A map of daily mean temperature anomalies from August 1 to 11, based on PRISM data, reveals cooler-than-usual areas along portions of the East Coast. The largest cool anomalies are centered over Virginia and the Carolinas, extending north into Maryland, Delaware, and southern Pennsylvania, as well as south to parts of Georgia, according to the PRISM data map. PRISM, or Parameter-elevation Regressions on Independent Slopes Model, is a climate mapping system developed by Oregon State University that provides weather and climate data. Meteorologist Margavage estimated in a post on X that if Tropical Storm Erin continues on its predicted track and stays offshore, there's a roughly 75 percent chance that the region's monthly mean temperatures will finish below normal. He noted that in three out of four forecast simulations for the remainder of August, parts of the eastern U.S. trend cooler than average. Margavage also noted that multiple weather models are predicting a possible early fall in the region. He said on X that the models depict Tropical Storm Erin acting like a "magnet" and pulling colder air into the eastern U.S. This image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows Tropical Storm Erin on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025. This image provided by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows Tropical Storm Erin on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025. NOAA via AP He added that colder, drier air also acts to deflect the hurricane out to sea. Tropical Storm Erin, which has formed in the Eastern Atlantic, is expected to turn into a major hurricane this week. While its exact path remains uncertain at this early stage, most forecasts are predicting that it is unlikely to make landfall in the U.S. What People Are Saying Meteorologist Mark Margavage on X: "If Erin stays out at sea(as currently predicted), I estimate there is a 75% chance that the mean temperatures for the month of August end up below average for most of my forecast area in the Eastern US." What Happens Next Meteorologists will continue to monitor Tropical Storm Erin, with its path not expected to become clear for at least several more days. Cooler-than-average temperatures are expected to persist in several eastern states over the coming weeks.
Yahoo
20-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Two candidates barred from primary ballot over fatal defects in their paperwork
Mar. 19—Two candidates won't appear on the May 20 primary election ballot due to fatal defects in their paperwork, a judicial panel ruled Wednesday. They are Anthony Margavage in the magisterial district judge race covering Kingston and Edwardsville and Austin Blank in the Republican race for Newport Township commissioner. Bill Hardwick's paperwork was also challenged in the Kingston/Edwardsville magisterial race, but a ruling was not necessary because Hardwick opted to withdraw his candidacy. Margavage attached a statement of financial interest to his nominating petition paperwork filed with Luzerne County election bureau on March 11 but failed to file a financial statement with the county manager's office as required by the state ethics act, said the ruling from Luzerne County Court of Common Pleas Judges Tina Polachek Gartley, Richard M. Hughes III and Lesa S. Gelb. Failure to adhere to this "two-filing" rule of the ethics act is a fatal defect, leaving the panel with no choice, the ruling said. "Pennsylvania courts are not empowered to employ principles of equity to override the express statutory command regarding the failure of a candidate to file the proper statement of financial interests," the ruling said. A similar challenge had been filed regarding Hardwick's financial interest statement before Hardwick chose to withdraw his candidacy. The challenges were filed in court late Monday on behalf of John J. Pickering, a registered Republican residing in Kingston, and Stanley Zaneski, a registered Democrat residing in Edwardsville, through Attorney John P. Rodgers, of Caverly Shea Phillips & Rodgers LLC in Plains Township. Margavage and Hardwick had cross-filed to seek both the Republican and Democratic nominations for district judge. No petition was filed challenging the campaign of the remaining contender in that magisterial race — Joshua Moses. During a Wednesday court hearing, Margavage said no one advised him nor are there instructions on a "check list" for candidates that he was required to file a statement of financial interest with the county manager. He also pointed to the statement of financial interest form itself, which instructs candidates to "file with the county in which the magisterial district is located." As he filed two statement of financial interest forms with the county election bureau when he submitted his nomination petitions, Margavage said he felt satisfied he followed all requirements to campaign for magisterial district judge in Edwardsville and Kingston. However, Rodgers said Margavage should had filed a statement of financial interest with the county manager, which he failed to do and should not be on the primary ballot. County Manager Romilda Crocamo was Rodger's sole witness, who said Margavage did not file a statement of financial interest with her office by the March 11 deadline. Crocamo's office and the election bureau are on different floors in the county's Penn Place Building in Wilkes-Barre. Margavage unsuccessfully attempted to delay the hearing as he claimed he was "not properly served" with the petition filed by Rodgers. Margavage said the petition challenge, which was filed in court at 4:12 p.m. Monday, was served and given to his father at 2 p.m. Tuesday, leaving him no time to obtain an attorney. Judge Gartley continued the hearing as she determined the petition to challenge his candidacy was properly served. The challenge of Blank's petition successfully argued he filed a financial interest statement for 2025 but not for the previous year, 2024, as required by the ethics act. The judicial panel heard arguments Wednesday from Attorney Raymond P. Wendolowski, who filed the challenge on behalf of Newport Township registered voter Thomas J. Balas. Blank did not appear to testify.
Yahoo
19-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
District Judge candidate Margavage filed financial statements but not in correct office
Mar. 19—WILKES-BARRE — Magisterial district judge candidate Anthony Margavage said he filed two statements of financial interest attached to his Democratic and Republican nomination petitions to be on the May 20 primary ballot. Only Margavage said no one advised him nor are there instructions on a "check list" for candidates that he was required to file a statement of financial interest with the Luzerne County manager. Margavage made his plea to remain on the primary ballot as two registered voters — John J. Pickering and Stanley Zaneski — in magisterial district 11-1-05, which includes Edwardsville and Kingston, filed a petition through Attorney John P. Rodgers to keep him off the May ballot. "The ethics law says it is a fatal defect when a statement of financial interest is not filed in the proper office," Rodgers said before the county's judicial election panel, judges Tina Polachek Gartley, Richard M. Hughes III and Lesa S. Gelb on Wednesday. Margavage said he filed two statements of financial interest, one both with his Democratic nomination and Republican nomination petitions, as he is seeking the nomination from both political parities in the primary election. He also pointed to the statement of financial interest form itself, which instructs candidates to "file with the county in which the magisterial district is located." As he filed two statement of financial interest forms with the county's Bureau of Elections when he submitted his nomination petitions, Margavage said he felt satisfied he followed all requirements to campaign for magisterial district judge in Edwardsville and Kingston. However, Rodgers said Margavage should had filed a statement of financial interest with the county manager, which he failed to do and should not be on the primary ballot. County Manager Romilda Crocamo was Rodger's sole witness, who said Margavage did not file a statement of financial interest with her office by the March 11 deadline. The county's Bureau of Elections is on the second floor and Crocamo's office is on the third floor at the county's administration building at Penn Place in Wilkes-Barre. Before the legality of what office a statement of financial interest should be filed, Margavage unsuccessfully attempted to delay the hearing as he claimed he was "not properly served" with the petition filed by Rodgers. Margavage said the petition challenge, which was filed in court at 4:12 p.m. Monday, was served and given to his father at 2 p.m. Tuesday, leaving him no time to obtain an attorney. Judge Gartley continued the hearing as she determined the petition to challenge his candidacy was properly served. Rodgers withdrew his petition to challenge the candidacy of Jim Hardwick, who terminated his campaign for magisterial district judge in Edwardsville and Kingston. Joshua Moses is the other candidate for district judge seat in Edwardsville and Kingston. Judges Gartley, Hughes and Gelb also heard arguments, although one sided, from Attorney Raymond P. Wendolowski, who filed a petition on behalf of Newport Township registered voter Thomas J. Balas to challenge the nomination petition of Newport Township commissioner candidate Austin Blank. Wendolowski argued Blank, who did not appear at Wednesday's proceeding, filed a financial statement interest for 2025, not 2024 as required. The judges said they will take arguments on both issues "under advisement" and issue their findings at a later date.
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Petitions filed challenging candidates for magisterial district judge, Newport Township commissioner
Mar. 18—WILKES-BARRE — Luzerne County Judge Tina Polachek Gartley has scheduled a hearing for Wednesday on two petitions challenging the campaigns of Bill Hardwick and Anthony Margavage, who are both seeking the Republican and Democratic nominations for magisterial district judge in Kingston and Edwardsville. The petitions were filed in court late Monday on behalf of John J. Pickering, a registered Republican residing in Kingston, and Stanley Zaneski, a registered Democrat residing in Edwardsville, through Attorney John P. Rodgers, of Caverly Shea Phillips & Rodgers LLC in Plains Township. The petitions allege Hardwick and Margavage separately failed to file statement of financial interests with their nomination petitions to campaign for office as required under the state's Public Official and Employee Ethics Act. A statement of financial interests lists the candidates or elected office holder's name, address, public office, occupation and employment, real estate interests, creditors who are owed more than $6,500, sources of income greater than $1,300 and any gifts received greater than $250. According to the petitions filed challenging the campaigns of Hardwick and Margavage, their statement of financial interests were due to be filed by the March 11 deadline, when nomination petitions to campaign for office were due to be filed. The petitions seek to remove Hardwick and Margavage from being on the May 20 Primary Ballot. Gartley scheduled the hearing to hear arguments at 12 p.m. Wednesday at the courthouse. No petition was filed challenging the campaign of Joshua Moses, who is seeking the Republican and Democratic nominations for the district judge seat in Kingston and Edwardsville. Petition filed to challenge the campaign of Austin Blank for Newport Township commissioner Thomas J. Balas, a registered Republican voter in Newport Township, through Attorney Raymond P. Wendolowski of Fellerman & Ciarimboli Law PC of Kingston, filed a petition in court challenging the campaign of Austin Blank for Newport Township commissioner. Balas in his petition, which incorrectly list Blank's campaign for Hazle Township commissioner on the first page, alleges Blank failed to file a financial interest statement for 2024. Blank filed a financial interest statement for 2025 on March 10, 2025. No date has been set to hear arguments on Balas' petition.
