As the winter storm season approaches, Midcoast communities will have to brace for the likelihood of power outages given the increasing frequency and intensity of storms. Midcoast officials say the way to mitigate impact is to plan ahead.
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A weird pattern over Alaska may help cook up wild Thanksgiving week weather
A weird pattern over Alaska may cause Mother Nature to cook up some wild weather next week. Here’s an early outlook for Thanksgiving.
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‘Bomb cyclone’ kills 2, knocks out power to over 500,000 homes in northwest U.S.
The storm system that hit starting Tuesday is considered a ‘bomb cyclone,’ which occurs when a cyclone intensifies rapidly.
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Our View: Maine should not be taken by surprise this winter
We’re fortunate to now have a state commission keeping tabs on storm communication and preparedness.
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Commission urges Maine to prepare for next round of severe winter storms
Extreme weather that caused inland and coastal flooding last winter spurred the report issued Tuesday with recommendations about how to prepare for more storms.
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Thousands of Spaniards demand Valencia leader resign over bungled flood response
Some protesters clashed with riot police in front of Valencia’s city hall, where the protesters started their march to the seat of the regional government. Police used batons to beat them back.
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At least 95 people die in devastating flash floods in Spain
In Valencia, a tourist destination known for its beaches, it rained more in 8 hours than in the preceding 20 months.
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La Nina could soon arrive. Here’s what that means for winter weather
Scientists say the link between climate change and La Nina and El Nino is not entirely clear.
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Hurricane recovery officials in N.C. relocated amid report of ‘armed militia’
The actions underscore growing concerns about safety and security of federal emergency personnel in western North Carolina amid a raft of misinformation.
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Federal flood maps underestimated risk in areas hit hardest by Hurricane Helene
The agency’s maps fall short when assessing current risks in a wetter, hotter world.