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Creatures and the Climate: How Weather Affects Pest Activity
People aren't the only ones affected by the elements. Find out how changes in the weather affect pests in New England.
How does the cold weather cause windsheild glass cracks
Cold Weather and Windshield Cracks With weather chill in the air, not only are we having to bundle up a bit more but we also need to be on the lookout for changes in the windshields of our car. Bec…
Does The Weather Affect Pests?
Pests are affected by the seasons so knowing what to expect during each time of the year can help you prevent infestations of your home. Check out these seasonal pest prevention tips.
Can Bunnies Predict the Weather?
According to folklore, many animals can predict the weather. Is Peter Cottontail among them? Find out!
How To Hydrate Well As The Weather Warms
As the weather warms up, our requirement for water increases.
How mushrooms can control the weather.
Mushrooms! They’re cute, delicious, intoxicating, and might just kill you. And, if none of those abilities makes you crazy for basidiomycetes (the group of fungi that includes mushrooms), maybe this one will: according to these scientists, mushroom spores have the power to make it rain! Apparently, the structure of the spore surface allows water to condense around it. …
When it comes to weather, humans are ‘boiling frogs’
It’s raining right now and if that seems unusual this year, it’s probably because we’re still in a drought state of mind. But that could change quickly if dry weather returns. Wou…
How to quickly defrost your windscreen in four simple steps
As cold and ice weather warnings begin to become more frequent, it's easy to find yourself ill-prepared to attempt to clear your windscreens from the icy-cold that you didn't anticipate again!
Photos show the startling difference one week makes to the weather
'Rain dancing 2.0': should humans be using tech to control the weather?
A cluster of new technologies aim to fulfill humanity’s ancient desire to influence the weather. But is it a good idea?
Extreme weather: What causes flash flooding?
Cities across the world are at risk of extreme rainfall overwhelming their streets
The Rainmakers: How Human Beings Control the Weather
Humans have been trying to control the weather since the day we traded in our spears for shovels. Cultures from every corner of the globe have worshipped rain-granting deities, and our sci-fi villains have been obsessed with flood and drought. But in the modern era, we no longer have use for the old water gods. We've got the technology, finally, to make the clouds do our bidding.
Do you suffer from migraines? The weather may not be helping
For people who get migraines, weather fluctuations are no laughing matter.
How better weather forecasting can help stretch water supplies
Reservoir managers look to storm predictions to make smarter choices about dam operations
Local authorities give a look behind the scenes of how weather sirens work
When the severe weather siren goes off, your first thought is probably to get to a safe place. But have you ever wondered how they are activated?
Man tries to show how Hot Water reacts in Cold Weather and FAILS
Can't stand the rain? How wet weather affects human behaviour
Rainfall can affect our mood, our propensity to commit crime and how hungry we feel – but why?
Rainy weather attracting more mosquitoes, what you can do to avoid them
There are typically more mosquitoes outside after a rainy day because they have more water sources.
Is Your City Positioned to Weather the Next Recession?
A new report identifies the different factors affecting a city's ability to respond to a fiscal crisis -- and what policymakers can do about it.
How better weather forecasts are changing the way cities are run
"The forecast is only as good as the decisions you make from it."
