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Yahoo
a day ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Northern lights may be visible in 15 states tonight, including NH and Maine
With nice temperatures, clear skies and a forecast that it's possible to see the Northern lights in 15 states tonight, including New Hampshire and Maine, it's a good evening to spend some time outside. The Space Weather Prediction Center is predicting that northern states from Washington to Maine have a chance to see the natural phenomenon due to a minor G1 storm. Northern Maine and the very tip of northern New Hampshire have the best chance at seeing the aurora borealis, though it's not a guarantee. Map of where Northern lights may be visible In the forecast, the following states have the best chance of seeing the auroras. Washington Idaho Montana North Dakota South Dakota Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan Alaska However, the following states are in the view line, which shows where people still may have a chance of seeing the phenomena. Wyoming Iowa New York Vermont New Hampshire Maine When is the best time to see the northern lights? The northern lights are typically most visible between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. according to NOAA. Accprding to the 3-day forecast by the Space Prediction Center, the best time to see this storm is likely between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. How to see the northern lights As always, dark skies make for better stargazing. "We typically suggest getting away from cities and find a open field or hilltop to lay out under the stars and wait for the show to really peak at the late evening or early morning hours," Massachusetts Institute of Technology Technical Instructor and Observatory Manager Tim Brothers said in a past interview with Wicked Local. He continued, "In New England, heading for a local conservation area or park that keeps lighting off at night is ideal. Another option is a coastline away from the larger cities — the benefit being that the constellation where you will see most of the 'shooting stars.'" Places to check for northern lights forecast If you want a chance at seeing the Northern Lights, here are some websites you can monitor the sun's activity: Aurora Alerts The Space Weather Prediction Center Aurora forecast page (NOAA) Aurora Reach This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Northern lights could be visible in NH, Maine tonight. See map Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
a day ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Northern lights may be visible in Vermont tonight and 14 other states. Here's where
With nice temperatures, clear skies and a forecast that it's possible to see the Northern lights in 15 states tonight, including New Hampshire and Maine, it's a good evening to spend some time outside. The Space Weather Prediction Center is predicthing that northern states from Washington to Maine have a chance to see the natural phenomenon due to a minor G1 storm. Northern maine and the very tip of northern New Hampshire have the best chance at seeing the aurora borealis, though it's not a guarantee. Map of where Northern lights may be visible In the forecast, the following states have the best chance of seeing the auroras. Washington Idaho Montana North Dakota South Dakota Minnesota Wisconsin Michigan Alaska However, the following states are in the view line, which shows where people still may have a chance of seeing the phenomena. Wyoming Iowa New York Vermont New Hampshire Maine When is the best time to see the northern lights? The northern lights are typically most visible between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m. according to NOAA. Accprding to the 3-day forecast by the Space Prediction Center, the best time to see this storm is likely between 11 p.m. and 5 a.m. How to see the northern lights As always, dark skies make for better stargazing. "We typically suggest getting away from cities and find a open field or hilltop to lay out under the stars and wait for the show to really peak at the late evening or early morning hours," Massachusetts Institute of Technology Technical Instructor and Observatory Manager Tim Brothers said in a past interview with Wicked Local. He continued, "In New England, heading for a local conservation area or park that keeps lighting off at night is ideal. Another option is a coastline away from the larger cities — the benefit being that the constellation where you will see most of the 'shooting stars.'" Places to check for northern lights forecast If you want a chance at seeing the Northern Lights, here are some websites you can monitor the sun's activity: Aurora Alerts The Space Weather Prediction Center Aurora forecast page (NOAA) Aurora Reach This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Northern lights could be visible in Vermont tonight. See map Solve the daily Crossword
Zawya
16-05-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
World Bank-ACReSAL Nigeria recovers over 178,000 hectares of degraded land in 19 Northern states
The Federal Government of Nigeria, through the Agro-Climatic Resilience in Semi-Arid Landscape Project (ACReSAL), a World Bank-supported initiative, has successfully recovered over 178,000 hectares of degraded land across 19 northern states affected by climate change. Abdulhamid Umar, National Project Coordinator for ACReSAL, disclosed this while speaking to journalists on the sidelines of a five-day retreat in Lagos. He said reclaiming 178,235 hectares out of the one million target for six years is a significant achievement toward restoring one million hectares of arable land in the region. 'This project, supported by the World Bank, addresses severe climate change challenges, particularly the encroaching Sahara Desert and land degradation in the 19 northern states. Our efforts aim to reverse land infertility caused by natural and human factors in a region with increasingly erratic rainfall,' Umar stated. Umar elaborated on the broader impact of ACReSAL: 'Our interventions, including dryland management, community-driven climate resilience activities, and agricultural support, have led to bumper harvests and improved livelihoods for over one million direct beneficiaries in just three years, with over 10 million indirect beneficiaries.' Looking ahead, Umar addressed project sustainability beyond its initial six-year funding cycle: 'Our strategy includes community ownership, establishing legal frameworks at the state level, and infrastructure development to ensure longevity.' Dr. Joy Iganya Agene, Task Team Leader for ACReSAL and Senior Environmental Specialist at the World Bank, underscored the project's impact, stressing that ACReSAL represents a significant stride in Nigeria's efforts to build climate resilience and restore degraded landscapes. 'The progress made demonstrates the effectiveness of strategic planning and land preparation,' Dr. Agene explained, adding that ACReSAL is optimistic about achieving 60-70% recovery of the targeted one million hectares in the coming year. Both Umar and Dr. Agene emphasised the strong commitment and collaboration from the federal government and state governors. Copyright © 2022 Nigerian Tribune Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TGI Fridays Is Shrinking Rapidly After Closing 185 Locations
A beloved restaurant chain is rapidly closing locations, with 30 locations closing in just one recent month alone and 185 being lost in just over a year. TGI Fridays used to be a popular restaurant chain, familiar to people throughout the US. But now the number of restaurants that remain open is shrinking rapidly. According to the chain's website, there are now only 85 TGI Fridays restaurants left in the entire U.S. The restaurants are located in 19 states. Georgia has the most remaining with seven, according to the website. According to CNN, this represents a "sharp decline," from the 270 locations that were left at the beginning of 2024. The chain had 600 restaurants across the U.S. at its height in 2008, after launching in 1965, CNN reported. In late 2024, the parent company for the brand filed for bankruptcy and has now been closing locations with "an additional 30 locations shuttering over the past month," in March, 2025, CNN reported. The company told CNN in April 2025 that TGI Fridays is "now led by franchisees, with a franchisee advisory board empowering and shaping brand-wide decisions.' However, according to the company's website, TGI Fridays has more locations in other countries, 44 in all. There are a total of 461 restaurants in all of those countries, the site says, calling the chain "the original casual dining bar and grill." In November, TGI Fridays announced that it had filed "voluntary petitions under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code in the Northern District of Texas. The Company expects to use the time and legal protections made available through the Chapter 11 restructuring process to allow the Company to explore strategic alternatives in order to ensure the long-term viability of the brand," its statement reads.
