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Yahoo
9 hours ago
- Climate
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Monsoon season expected to be 'normal,' but burn scars could trigger flooding in Ruidoso
The monsoon season typically brings the most rainfall to the region, from June 15 to Sept. 30. This year, West Texas and most of New Mexico have equal chances for above-normal, near-normal, or below-normal precipitation. While rain is often welcomed in the Desert Southwest, precipitation in forested areas, particularly in Ruidoso, can lead to dangerous flooding. Burn scars left behind from last year's South Fork and Salt Fires can make matters worse — even a quick-moving storm can dump a large amount of water, creating serious runoff, said Zachary Aronson, meteorologist with the National Weather Service. "Any heavy rain that falls on the burn scars will run across the ground to drainages and streams," Aronson said. "Those eventually will go into town, where the buildings and homes are. So that's what we are worried about." Ruidoso typically experiences monsoon a bit earlier in the season, Aronson said. Heavy storms hit the area on June 10, days before the start of the monsoon. One resident captured video of a heavy flow of water shortly after rain began to fall in Ruidoso's upper canyon, a stark reminder of flooding that happened last year as a result of burn scars left behind from wildfires. In July 2024, rainfall transformed roads into rushing rivers, leaving people trapped in homes and vehicles submerged. The heavy rain also caused damage to the Ruidoso Downs Track, impacting races, which had to be moved to Albuquerque. "Things are a little bit better up there compared to last year in terms of susceptibility to debris flow and runoffs, but still pretty susceptible area," Aronson said. "We definitely keep a close eye with those burn scars." As of June, the National Weather Service is forecasting wetter conditions from July to early August, followed by a break in mid-to-late August, and then a return to wetter conditions in September. Ruidoso will experience daily rain chances in the summer, with thunderstorms brewing in the mornings and early afternoons, Aronson said. "We are expecting a more active monsoon season and not as dry as what we've seen in the past couple years," he said. "We're expected to be about normal." When it comes to temperatures, there is a 50-70% chance that temperatures will lean toward above-normal for the entire state of New Mexico, as well as parts of West Texas. If you are a Ruidoso resident or planning a visit, the village has released a real-time road conditions map. The RAIN (Ruidoso Alert Information Network) map is provided to inform the public about flooded roads and is continuously updated, according to the Village of Ruidoso. The map also displays any active wildfires in the area. Self-fill sandbags are now available to residents through the end of summer. There is a 30-bag limit per household. In the 2024 monsoon season, more than 440 tons of sand and approximately 50,000 sandbags were distributed for residents and businesses, according to the Village of Ruidoso. Sandbags are available at the following locations: Ruidoso Convention Center, 111 Sierra Blanca Drive Wingfield Park, 311 Center St. Sometimes floods develop slowly, and forecasters can anticipate where a flood will happen days or weeks before it occurs. Often, flash floods can occur within minutes, sometimes without any visible sign of rain. Being prepared can save your life and give you peace of mind. Create a Communications Plan Assemble an Emergency Kit Know Your Risk Sign Up for Notifications Prepare Your Home Prepare your Family/Pets Charge Your Essential Electronics Leave During a flood, water levels and the rate at which the water is flowing can quickly change. Stay informed and monitor local radio and television stations. Avoid flood waters at all costs and evacuate immediately when water starts to rise. Stay Informed: Listen to radio and television, including NOAA Weather Radio if possible, check the Internet and social media for information and updates. Get to Higher Ground: If you live in a flood-prone area or are camping in a low-lying area, get to higher ground immediately. Obey Evacuation Orders: If told to evacuate, do so immediately. Lock your home when you leave. If you have time, disconnect utilities and appliances. Practice Electrical Safety: Don't go into a basement or any room if water covers the electrical outlets or if cords are submerged. If you see sparks or hear buzzing, crackling, snapping or popping noises--get out! Stay out of water that may have electricity. Avoid Flood Waters: Don't walk through flood waters. It only takes 6 inches of moving water to knock you off your feet. If you are trapped by moving water, move to the highest possible point and call 911 if possible. Natassia Paloma may be reached at npaloma@ @NatassiaPaloma on Twitter; natassia_paloma on Instagram, and Natassia Paloma Thompson on Facebook. More: How hot will it get in Texas this summer? Here's what Farmer's Almanac predicts for 2025 This article originally appeared on El Paso Times: Monsoon season begins June 15; burn scars raise flood risk in Ruidoso
Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Global UHF RFID (RAIN) Market Size to Reach USD 14.7 Billion by 2031, Experiences Rising Adoption of RFID Technologies in the Retail Sector
The report runs an in-depth analysis of market trends, key players, and future opportunities. In general, the UHF RFID (RAIN) are applicable in a vast array of applications that are expected to register strength during the coming years. US & Canada, May 19, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- According to a new comprehensive report from The Insight Partners, the global UHF RFID (RAIN) market is observing significant growth owing to rising adoption of RFID technologies in the retail sector and soaring demand for sustainability in supply chain. The UHF RFID (RAIN) market is experiencing rapid growth, driven by increasing demand for real-time asset tracking, inventory management, and supply chain optimization across sectors like retail, logistics, healthcare, and manufacturing. Key players include Impinj Inc., NXP Semiconductors, Murata Manufacturing, Alien Technology, Avery Dennison, Zebra Technologies, CAEN RFID Srl, Invengo Technology, Jadak (Novanta), and Securitag Assembly Group (SAG).To explore the valuable insights in the UHF RFID (RAIN) Market report, you can easily download a sample PDF of the report - Overview of Report Findings Market Growth1. : The UHF RFID (RAIN) market is expected to reach US$ 14076.98 million by 2031 from US$ 4621.53 million in 2024, at a CAGR of 17.9% during the forecast period. RAIN (UHF RFID) is a wireless technology that allows organizations and consumers to identify, locate, verify, and interact with commonplace products by connecting them to the internet. The RAIN technology manages data, takes action, and reads and writes tagged items via a reader. These abilities make it possible for companies and customers to recognize, find, verify, and interact with each object that has a RAIN tag. RAIN offers comprehensive, real-time data and insights for applications such as supply chain optimization, asset tracking, and inventory management. The RAIN spectrum falls in the upper band (between 860-960 MHz) of the ultra-high frequency range of RFID technology and aligns with specific standards and protocols. RAIN RFID is a passive, battery-free technology that operates at ultra-high frequencies (UHF) and can identify items from distances of up to 15 meters. It can recognize as many as 1,000 items per second, even in the absence of a direct line of sight 2. Rising Adoption of RFID Technologies in the Retail Sector: Continuous developments in inventory tracking technologies and a growing emphasis on online marketing tools, such as Facebook and Google ads, are driving the growth of the retail sector. It is one of the mature industries in the US, where consumers are highly inclined toward online shopping. As per the facts stated by the Census Bureau of the Department of Commerce, the retail e-commerce sales in the US were US$ 1192.6 billion in 2024, with an increase of 8.1% from 2023. 3. In the retail sector, Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) is adopted for apparel tagging. The apparel vendors are incorporating digitalization and Big Data analytics in RFID applications. RFID technology utilizes radio waves to transmit data from RFID tags to a reader, enabling the identification of objects based on the received data and facilitating the tracking of their locations. Organizations are seeking affordable solutions that enable them to increase operational efficiencies and reduce overhead costs. Data from Accenture shows that 93% of North American retailers are using RFID in some capacity to achieve these goals. Retail sector giants, such as H&M, Lululemon, Zara, and Nike, use UHF RFID technology for inventory management, which helps them maintain an effective supply chain, combat counterfeit items, and prevent out-of-stock situations. Walmart mandated its clothing suppliers to attach RFID labels on their products in 2020. In 2022, the mandate was extended to cover toys, electronics, and other home items. The mandate expanded to cover everything from automotive supply to sporting products in 2023 and 2024. By 2025, the majority of other product categories that are sold in Walmart stores are expected to be covered by the requirement. The implementation of such initiatives in the retail sector drives the market growth in the segment. 4. Deployment of UHF RFID Technology in IoT Devices: The adoption of smart devices and government investments—especially in countries such as Japan, Singapore, China, and Australia—focused on the R&D and installations of the Internet of Things (IoT) in sectors, including manufacturing, utilities, and retail, is fueling the growth of IoT. IoT applications necessitate a data connection between the physical and digital world, and UHF RFID is the finest technology to bridge these spaces. With the boom in IoT, the majority of networked objects would be connected wirelessly through the passive UHF RFID technology that seamlessly allows passive objects to communicate crucial data, which can be used to identify these objects with exact place and time details. The technology adds intelligence to the IoT ecosystem and simplifies new applications for connected resources. In July 2023, Impinj, Inc. released Impinj M800 series RAIN RFID tag chips to support global IoT deployments, enhancing item connectivity for enterprises. These chips improve readability, reliability, and manufacturability, advancing the speed, range, and dependability of RAIN RFID systems in tracking and securing connected items. This integration helps businesses make informed decisions based on accurate information. By connecting RFID tags to the internet, companies can gather data on item location, usage patterns, and environmental conditions, which can be used for predictive analytics. Thus, the incorporation of UHF RFID technology in IoT devices is expected to generate future growth opportunities in the market. 5. Geographical Insights: In 2024, North America led the market with a substantial revenue share, followed by Europe and Asia Pacific. Asia Pacific is expected to register the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Stay Updated on The Latest UHF RFID (RAIN) Market Trends: Market Segmentation Based on component, the global UHF RFID (RAIN) market is segmented into hardware, software, and services. The Hardware segment held the largest share in the UHF RFID (RAIN) Market in 2024. Based on application, the UHF RFID (RAIN) market is segmented into retail and consumer goods, logistics and transportation, healthcare, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace and defense, and others. The Retail and Commerce Goods segment held the largest share in the UHF RFID (RAIN) Market in 2024. The UHF RFID (RAIN) market is segmented into five major regions: North America, Europe, APAC, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America. Competitive Strategy and Development Key Players: A few major companies operating in the UHF RFID (RAIN) market include Caen RFID S.R.L, Convergence Systems Limited, Impinj, Inc., Invengo Technology PTE. LTD., Jadak, Lowry Solutions Inc., Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd., NXP Semiconductors, SAG and Walki Group OY, Zebra Technologies, Alien Technologies, Honeywell International Inc, Checkpoint Systems, Avery Dennison Corporation. Trending Topics: Development of Smaller and More Flexible Tags, Embedded Tags, Integration with Emerging Technologies, among others. Global Headlines on UHF RFID (RAIN) Avery Dennison launches enhanced industrial inlays and tags portfolio featuring Impinj M830 chip Checkpoint Systems Brings RFID-Powered Circular Economy Solutions to 2024 AIPIA & AWA Smart Packaging Congress Zebra Technologies Unveils New Portfolio of Easy-to-Deploy Integrated RFID Portals SAG Joins NXP as a Gold Partner to Drive the Future of RFID InnovationPurchase Premium Copy of Global UHF RFID (RAIN) Market Size and Growth Report (2025-2031) at: Conclusion RAIN RFID is employed in numerous markets to identify, locate, and authenticate goods effectively. It distinguishes itself among other IoT technologies because of its unmatched availability, affordability, and ease of use. The ability of RAIN RFID to increase visibility and provide precise data makes it a game-changer in the digital era. The report from The Insight Partners, therefore, provides several stakeholders—including component providers, system technology integrators, system manufacturers and others—with valuable insights into how to successfully navigate this evolving market landscape and unlock new to Us Directly: Related Reports: Us: The Insight Partners is a one stop industry research provider of actionable intelligence. We help our clients in getting solutions to their research requirements through our syndicated and consulting research services. We specialize in industries such as Semiconductor and Electronics, Aerospace and Defense, Automotive and Transportation, Biotechnology, Healthcare IT, Manufacturing and Construction, Medical Device, Technology, Media and Telecommunications, Chemicals and Materials. Contact Us: If you have any queries about this report or if you would like further information, please contact us: Contact Person: Ankit Mathur E-mail: Phone: +1-646-491-9876 Press Release - in to access your portfolio
BBC News
05-03-2025
- Climate
- BBC News
Tree planting begins to protect Wootton flood-prone areas
More than an acre of woodland is to be planted across two flood-prone areas as part of an initiative to boost flood and schools in Wootton and Sudborough, Northamptonshire, have been invited to take part in three tree-planting sessions to assist natural flood sessions are hosted by Resilience and Innovation Northants (RAIN), in partnership with Woodland Dwelling, to coincide with West Northamptonshire Council's (WNC) Tree and Woods Horsey, from Woodland Dwelling, said the project "allows people to come together". "There's a lot of new housing going in around here, and that water's got to go somewhere so that water runs off into the drains, overflows and is overflowing into the brook," he said."What we are doing is putting in large standard trees and some hedging; a large mature tree can take up hundreds of litres of water a day."There's lots of people in the community that want to help; they want to do their bit." The council's tree strategy aims to increase the county's canopy cover - the layer of leaves, branches, and tree stems that cover the ground – from 9% to 20%."We were lucky enough to win a tender about 18 months ago to work with WNC on their tree strategy and the RAIN project has brought some of the funding to be able to do that," Mr Horsey said. 'New, innovative ways' To celebrate the launch of the strategy, two planting events have taken place in the grounds of Caroline Chisholm School and in Wooldale Road Open Space, Wootton, with support from the local community.A final tree-planting event will take place at Brookfield Bungalow in Sudborough on 7 March at 10:00 are areas which have previously been badly affected by which is led by WNC in partnership with North Northamptonshire Council, is funded by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) as part of the £200m Flood and Coastal Innovation Parr, from the RAIN Project, said the initiative was created because "flooding is getting worse"."The weather's changing, and the government understood that they needed to look at new ways, innovative ways of dealing with this issue," she said. "We're working in the Wootton catchment and the Harpers Brook catchment to try and help those who have experience flooding." Follow Northamptonshire news on BBC Sounds, Facebook, Instagram and X.
