Fast-falling, heavy snow blanketed Charleston on Friday, creating slick road conditions and keeping city crews busy throughout the day. Drivers like Tony Centofanti noticed the impact. “If you don’t need to be out, it’s probably better to be home, but I mean, our road crews are doing a terrific job. I mean, when it started … Read more
After a quiet Thursday, winter conditions will make a comeback Friday into the weekend, creating slippery roads and frigid weather. Some afternoon sun on Thursday turned snow and ice into slush in some areas, but that will refreeze after sunset. Aside from the refreeze, tonight should be relatively calm with thickening clouds and a chance … Read more
South Florida farmers are assessing damage after freezing temperatures swept through the region early Monday morning, warning that the cold could soon push up prices for fruits and vegetables. At Kern Carpenter Nursery, owner Kern Carpenter said nearly 20% of his tomato crop was damaged by the overnight freeze. “The wind died, and it got … Read more
Sunday night, fog even crept into the Tehachapi area. Today, the South Valley is under another Dense Fog Advisory, and drivers are urged to use caution. For those seeking mid-winter warmth, the Kern River Valley is seeing the highest temperatures, with readings reaching the mid-70s. There are finally some signs that a pattern change could … Read more
A NEXT Weather Alert remained in effect across South Florida on Monday morning as dangerously cold conditions continued throughout the region. A Freeze Warning was issued for inland areas of Broward and Miami-Dade counties until 9 a.m. Monday, with temperatures dropping to 32 degrees or lower. Along with the freeze warning, a Cold Weather Advisory … Read more
A freeze warning has been issued for parts of South Florida as a significant arctic blast moves into the region, according to the NEXT Weather Team. Heavy rain ahead of the cold front is expected to move through Broward, Monroe, and Miami-Dade Counties starting around 11 a.m., continuing into the early evening. A statewide wind … Read more
Many mornings this winter have been foggy across the South Valley of Kern County, with residents noting the unusual consistency of dense fog. The National Weather Service in Hanford maintains detailed records that help put the recent pattern into perspective. Historically, the 1946–1947 winter season holds the record with 49 dense fog days—defined as days … Read more
South Florida residents are being urged to take precautions as temperatures are expected to drop into the 30s this weekend. Sensitive tropical plants, pets, and even iguanas are at risk from the cold. Claude Dion of BLT Lawn Service says native Florida plants are generally hardy, but orchids and other delicate plants need extra care. … Read more
Appalachian Power is working to restore electricity to all West Virginia customers affected by the recent ice storm as of Tuesday evening. At the storm’s peak, more than 40,000 customers lost power, with roughly 3,900 linemen deployed for restoration. By Tuesday afternoon, the number of outages dropped to below 4,000. Extreme cold and strong winds … Read more
Many residents in Kanawha County remain without power as crews work to clear roads and restore electricity following recent storms. “We’ve got people that are sleeping in their cars because they don’t want to leave their pets,” said Loudendale VFD Chief William Eads. Crews have been working nonstop to remove debris and reopen roadways. Eads … Read more