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  • What Causes Wind and How Does It Form on Earth?

    What Causes Wind and How Does It Form on Earth?

    Wind blows across our Earth without rest. It’s interesting to learn what causes wind and the different forces that help it along. Find out the one factor at the center...

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • 6 Black Ice Driving Tips for Winter Safety

    6 Black Ice Driving Tips for Winter Safety

    Black ice is perhaps winter’s stealthiest and most treacherous road hazard. It’s tough to see and even more challenging to drive on. Here are some tips on how to be...

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • Ground-Level Ozone: What It Is and Why It Is Dangerous

    Ground-Level Ozone: What It Is and Why It Is Dangerous

    Sunshine and car exhaust often team up to produce ground-level ozone. Find out what it is, why it’s dangerous, and learn simple steps you can take to reduce exposure.

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • 6 Types of Lightning To Be Aware Of

    6 Types of Lightning To Be Aware Of

    Lightning takes on many forms. Find out how to identify each of these 6 types of lightning and what causes these dangerous strikes.

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • The Eye of the Storm: How Do Hurricanes Form?

    The Eye of the Storm: How Do Hurricanes Form?

    Hurricanes form in tropical oceans all over the world. But, how do hurricanes form? Here’s a look into the eye of the storm.

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • Dry Heat vs. Humid Heat — How Do They Affect Me?

    Dry Heat vs. Humid Heat — How Do They Affect Me?

    There are two types of weather-related heat—dry heat and humid heat. Find out which regions get dry and humid heat, what type of heat is most dangerous, and some of...

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |

  • What’s the Difference Between Weather and Climate?

    What’s the Difference Between Weather and Climate?

    What is the difference between weather and climate? It’s important to know that weather and climate are not the same and that there are various climate types worldwide.

    Steve LaNore, Certified Broadcast Meteorologist |