Alberta hiker buried by avalanche shows risk is already here
Avalanche experts say a weekend rescue in Alberta shows it’s already time to be avalanche-aware when venturing into the mountains. The Weather Network's Connor O'Donovan reports.
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The Weather NetworkNext shot of lake-effect snow squalls ready to hit Ontario with 20-50 cm totals
A deepening, low-pressure system in the East and Arctic air from the West will clash over Ontario, and bring another round of significant, lake-effect snow squalls. Some areas are in line for an additional 30-50 cm by Friday
- The Weather Network
Explosive 'cheetah trees' have appeared in Jasper after the wildfire
Here's what these spotty trees really are
- The Weather Network - Video
Another round of heavy squalls coming to southern Ontario
Incoming, blustery winds and snow squalls to southern Ontario. A deepening low pressure to the east, and Arctic air from the west clash over Ontario. Meteorologist Nadine Powell details the widespread windy and squally conditions set to hit the region.
- Country Living
‘The Old Farmer's Almanac’ Says Only a Few Spots Will See Snow This Christmas
Spoiler alert: Some of you will have to settle for a day that’s merely merry and bright.
- BBC
Whale makes epic migration, astonishing scientists
A humpback whale makes one of the longest and most unusual migrations ever recorded, raising alarm.
- USA TODAY
Great Lakes fish thought extinct for decades rediscovered – in an unexpected place
The Shortnose Cisco was thought wiped out by invasive species and overfishing decades ago from where it was known to live, in Lakes Michigan and Huron.
- HuffPost
Trump Names Price For Avoiding All Environment Regulations: $1 Billion Or More
The president-elect offers his spin on permitting reform as Congress debates legislation.
- The Weather Network - Video
Canada braces for Arctic-cold blast this week
Cold Arctic Air is set to return across Canada bringing changeable weather conditions. Details with Meteorologist Amandeep Purewal.
- The Weather Network - Video
Weather bomb to bring messy conditions in Eastern Canada
Explosive weather bomb to bring snow, rain, and freezing rain across portions of Eastern Canada later this week. Meteorologist Rhythm Reet from The Weather Network has more details on this developing story.
- The Weather Network
'Weather bomb' set to unleash a mess of snow and rain in eastern Ontario, Quebec
Rain, snow, and winds set to strike eastern Ontario and Quebec, as a 'weather bomb' moves across the region. Brace for localized flooding and the risk for power outages
- The Weather Network
Icy Monday in store for some as Ontario slips into a quick change
A pattern change is coming to Ontario, but first, freezing rain will sweep across parts of the province on Monday, making for some slippery commutes
- The Weather Network
Explosive system to bring Eastern Canada a blast of precipitation
A unique weather bomb will develop over eastern North America this week, bringing a blast of chilly precipitation with it
- United Press International
Watch: World's oldest wild bird lays egg at age 74
The world's oldest known wild bird has laid an egg at the estimated age of 74 on a North Pacific island, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service said.
- Fox Weather
Magnitude 5.8 earthquake that jolted Reno was one out of 31 recorded quakes in western Nevada on Monday
Strong shaking was felt in Reno and Carson City, Nevada, on Monday afternoon after a large earthquake jolted the region. The USGS shows that the magnitude 5.8 earthquake was one of 31 reported.
- The Weather Network
Mild, but potent 'weather bomb' takes aim at Atlantic Canada
Brace for widespread heavy rain, ice, and windy conditions as a powerful 'weather bomb' takes aim at Atlantic Canada mid-week. There's even the potential for some record-setting warm December temperatures as milder air floods the region
- The Weather Network - Video
Clash of air masses in southern Ontario brings freezing rain risk
Commuters, watch out for slick roads Monday as freezing rain slickens roads and surfaces. Some parts of southern Ontario are at higher risk. Meteorologist Nadine Powell details the hazard zones and timing.
- The Weather Network
Crisp blast of Arctic air to pay most of Canada a visit this week
A quick blast of Arctic air is expected to impact much of Canada this week, with below-seasonal temperatures forecast for the majority of the country
- CBC
Partially treated wastewater is dumped into Quebec's waterways hundreds of times a year
Some of Quebec's water treatment plants are running beyond capacity on a regular basis, with one in Laval, Que., being the worst case according to a watchdog group. This gives the facilities no other choice than to release partially treated water into rivers. The process is allowed by the province.
- Yahoo Canada Style
This 3-in-1 flashlight, radio and portable charger is the 'perfect emergency item' — and it's under $25
More than 400 people have purchased this "must-have" emergency gadget in the past month.
- Deadline
Malibu Fire Expands To 2,800+ Acres; Mandatory Evacuations; “Minimal” Number Of Homes Destroyed – Update
5th UPDATE 4:30 p.m. The Franklin Fire in Malibu, fueled by ferocious Santa Ana winds, has now burned over 2,800 acres and is still zero percent contained, CalFire said Tuesday. Some 2,000 structures are under mandatory evacuation orders, but only a “minimal” number of homes have been destroyed and no injuries are reported, fire officials …