Most wildfires are caused by us humans and our carelessness in handling campfires in the forest. Sure, dry conditions in the Pacific Northwest, in areas… ( Read More )
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Snow Damage
As a tough Michigander, I am used to the bitter cold temperatures, icy roads, and snowy winters. However, this winter has struck us fast, pelted… ( Read More )
What Weather Conditions Cause Freezing Fog in the Winter
Hailing from Southeast Michigan, I have experienced severe winter weather, but I do not think I have ever seen freezing fog. Since Michigan is a… ( Read More )
What Causes Wildfires in Virginia?
While they can happen any time of the year, most of the wildfires that claim Virginia occur during the spring and fall, when the Old… ( Read More )
Could New Orleans Flood Again Despite the New Levee System?
If you live in New Orleans or follow its plight, you know the feeling. It’s as if what’s happening there is a recurring cold-sweat anxiety… ( Read More )
What Do Firefighter Dogs Do
The Alaskan Malamute was bred by an Inuit tribe known as the Mahlemuts, who worked with this powerful dog. It became the choice of many… ( Read More )
What are winters like in Michigan?
Winters in the Great Lakes State are particularly brutal thanks to a combination of lake-effect snow, Arctic blasts, and infrastructure, specifically frozen pipes in states… ( Read More )
Why Are Thunderstorms So Common in Summer
Maybe you can relate. Maybe you feel the same way I do. I sure do love a good summer thunderstorm as long as it isn’t… ( Read More )
How is Irving Preparing for Extreme Weather and Flooding Risks?
The city of Irving in Texas, situated within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, is vulnerable to many natural hazards, including extreme heat, tornadoes, hail, severe storms,… ( Read More )
Is Oklahoma City at Risk for Fires?
As one of the largest cities in the country, Oklahoma City has a character all its own. Located in the heart of Oklahoma, the city… ( Read More )