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This Water-Repellent Umbrella Won't Drip All Over Your Bag When It's Closed

The TAGIT water-repellent umbrella not only keeps you dry in the rain, but the umbrella itself stays dry, too.

What Is a Bomb Cyclone?

The phrase bomb cyclone has re-entered the news. It seems appropriate for a strong storm to have bomb in its name, but the word actually refers to a meteorological phenomenon and not the cyclone's explosive intensity.

Driver Captures Avalanche Crashing Down Colorado Mountainside on Video

Two separate avalanches were reported within hours of each other near Frisco, Colorado on March 3. Fortunately, no one was injured in either incident.

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Watch a Rare ‘Ice Tsunami’ Slam Lake Erie

Hurricane-force winds have blown walls of ice chunks onto Lake Erie's shores. In some places, the rare ice tsunami is forcing people to leave their homes.

How to Catch the Northern Lights When They Appear Over the U.S. This Week

If you live in a northern state like Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Maine, you have a good chance of catching the Northern Lights on Wednesday, February 27.

It’s 68.5°F in Wales Right Now—Making it the Hottest February Day Ever Recorded in UK History

Last year, people felt the wrath of the "Beast from the East," which brought sub-zero temperatures to the UK and Ireland. This year, people are out strolling in the park during a record-breaking heat wave.

7 Wintery Facts About Ice, Freezing Rain, and Sleet

When a winter storm is coming, you have to be prepared (best case scenario: snow day!). Here are the facts about freezing rain, sleet, and snow you need to know.

This Smart Ink Poster Changes According to the Weather

Typified's internet-connected Weather Poster uses paper stock and reactive ink to display current and future weather conditions at a glance.

Sorry, But Last Month's Polar Vortex Didn't Wipe Out 95 Percent of Stink Bugs

Recent reports claimed a large number of stink bugs were wiped out by the recent cold snap that swept through the Midwest and Northeast. It turned out to be too good to be true.

Cleveland’s National Weather Service Issued an Unofficial 'Small Dog Advisory’ Due to High Winds

Yes, there have actually been a few cases of little dogs being blown away in the past—but there are other reasons to take extra precautions this winter, too.

Book Your Flight: Canada’s International Hair Freezing Competition Is Here

Since 2011, guests at Takhini Hot Pools have used the freezing weather in Canada to sculpt frozen hair styles that double as works of art.

How to Avoid the Chilling Consequences of Frostbite

Jack Frost is not your friend, and his nipping at your nose could conceivably be a medical emergency.

Why Do We Use a Groundhog to Forecast the Weather?

Punxsutawney Phil—the rodent version of Al Roker—gets trotted out every February to assess our chances of a long winter. Who gave him his meteorology degree?

It could be one of the wisest moves you make all season.

Your Car’s Gas Tank Should Stay Full in Cold Weather—Here’s Why

Maintaining a full gas tank throughout the winter isn't a silly flex—it could actually be one of the smartest moves you make all season with your car.