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Powerful storms to hammer West Coast, disrupt holiday travel into next week
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Florida to face heightened risk of severe weather Thursday
Weather News - December 18, 2018, 2:42:33 PM EST
An East Coast storm threatening to disrupt millions of holiday travelers will bring a heightened risk of severe weather to Florida on Thursday.
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Spectators watch as high surf pounds beaches
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As dangerous waves pound parts of California's coastline, spectators are gathering on piers and roads to observe the spectacular sight, despite the warnings from officials to stay away from the shore.
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Powerful storms to hammer West Coast, disrupt holiday travel into next week
Weather News - December 18, 2018, 2:40:45 PM EST
Expect more storms with heavy rain, heavy mountain snow and rough seas to lash the West Coast of the United States into Christmas Day.
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Astronaut captures rare shot of 5 spacecraft traveling in space
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A German astronaut on board the International Space Station recently captured a rare image that included five spacecraft.
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East Coast storm to strike during peak of Christmas travel; Northwest to stay stormy
Weather News - December 18, 2018, 2:42:24 PM EST
Storms with the greatest potential to disrupt travel will focus on the East and the Northwest in the days leading up to Christmas.
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Autumn rain adds to street flooding concerns
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AccuWeather Reporter Dexter Henry visits Midland Beach, New York after heavy weekend rainfall created major street flooding in an area where residents are looking for some relief.
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Late-week storm may impact holiday shipping as deadlines for Christmas arrival loom
Weather News - December 18, 2018, 2:20:05 PM EST
A major storm that will plow into the eastern half of the United States late this week could throw a wrench into plans for early holiday travelers as well as holiday shipping.
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Potomac river overflows, flooding streets and overtaking cars
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Restaurants are flooded and cars stuck as the Potomac River overflows into the streets on King Street in Old Town Alexandria
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Florence-ravaged areas face more river flooding as Wilmington, North Carolina, hits 100-inch yearly rain total
Weather News - December 18, 2018, 2:45:32 PM EST
Flooding will plague residents living along many swollen rivers in the southeastern United States despite dry weather into Wednesday.
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Watch as adorable baby rhino takes first steps
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Carrie, a baby Southern white rhino, was born on December 4th at Australia Zoo. Just a few weeks later, on December 18, she couldn't wait to take her first steps, whicx
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What's the history behind dreaming of a white Christmas?
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Why is the connection between snow and Christmas so strong? Experts say it’s because songs, stories and images come back year after year and have created the tradition of an idealized white Christmas holiday.
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What exactly is a Polar Vortex?
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We've heard of this term before, but what is it actually? What causes this vortex to spread down south? Let's find out.
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Christmas outlook: Storm may bring white Christmas, travel hazards to millions in Europe
Weather News - December 18, 2018, 9:24:30 AM EST
A stormy weather pattern is expected to persist across much of Europe through the Christmas holiday.
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Weed-munching goats to the rescue in Australia
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A herd of hungry goats are making a valuable contribution to the environment in Canberra. Sally Barnes of the National Capital Authority explains why.
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Owen unleashes wettest December day on record in Australia
Weather News - December 18, 2018, 7:55:35 AM EST
Tropical Cyclone Owen lashed parts of Australia with heavy rainfall for more than a week before weakening into a tropical low for what is expected to be the final time.
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Scientists discover geckos can run on water
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Scientists have discovered that geckos have superhero powers. Apart from being able to run really fast and glide on trees, scientists say these agile reptiles can also run on water. This is accomplished by a combination of things: Biologist Robert Full at the University of California Berkeley says geckos wag their tails, slap their legs with the same kind of gait they use on land, and also stroke their arms, to swim. And in addition, their skin is water repellent.
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White Christmas 2018 forecast: Who has the best shot at snow?
Following far-reaching snowstorms from November and early December, a lack of Arctic air will generally limit the chances of a white Christmas to the northern tier states and the mountains of the West for Dec. 25, 2018.
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The best and worst times to travel for Christmas
AAA predicts that more than one-third of Americans will travel this holiday season, so knowing the best and worst times for traffic and weather can cut down your trip time.
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