A wild ride of temperatures, snow and flooding for the Prairies.
A wild ride of temperatures, snow and flooding for the Prairies. Meteorologist Jaclyn Whittal has the latest forecast
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CNNThere’s another chance to view the stunning northern lights show Sunday night – but not for everyone
In case you missed the stunning nighttime spectacle of multicolored auroras dancing in the skies across the Northern Hemisphere, there is still a chance Sunday evening to catch a glimpse – but not for everyone.
- CNN
Thousands of Canadians have been forced to evacuate from raging wildfires. Now harmful smoke is blowing into the US
Thousands across Canada were urged to evacuate from blazing wildfires on Saturday, and the smoke emanating from them could be another danger lasting for the next two days — resulting in poor air quality and reduced visibility as it begins to waft into the US.
- Futurism
World's Largest Vacuum to Suck Carbon From Atmosphere Turns On for First Time
Suck It, Carbon A new carbon capture facility that claims to be the biggest of its kind in the world, began quite literally sucking the carbon from the atmosphere this week. The plant called "Mammoth" by Swiss company Climeworks kicked off operations in Iceland on Wednesday, CNN reports, grabbing the available carbon from the air […]
- The Weather Network
Thunderstorms threaten Alberta & Saskatchewan heading into the work week
Wildfire smoke will be a big wildcard factor in for thunderstorms in Saskatchewan and Alberta.
- GOBankingRates
6 Hybrid Vehicles To Stay Away From Buying
Not all hybrid cars are created equal. While some models offer excellent fuel efficiency, reliability and performance, others fall short. With so many options, it can be tough to separate the good...
- The Weather Network
Renewed risk for storms builds in Alberta on Sunday
As temperatures soar, the risk of thunderstorms increases on the Prairies this weekend, bringing threats of heavy rain, small hail and strong winds.
- CBC
N.W.T. snake assessed as 'species of concern'
The only known reptile in the Northwest Territories could soon be added to the territory's list of species of risk. The red-sided garter snake lives around Fort Smith, but after last summer's wildfires burned much of their habitat in the South Slave, the territory's species at risk committee is reporting that the snake's population is under threat. Johanna Stewart, a researcher studying the red-sided garter snake population in Fort Smith, says she's been visiting areas where there are typically
- Fox Weather
Magnitude 6.4 earthquake strikes near Mexico-Guatemala border on Sunday
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake struck just offshore the coasts of Mexico and Guatemala on Sunday morning, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.
- Miami Herald
It’s hot again today in Miami and Fort Lauderdale. But, it’ll be hotter in a few days
Here’s what the National Weather Service says
- The Weather Network
A warm front threatens to trigger thunderstorms across Ontario on Monday
A warm front will provide surface instability, creating favourable conditions for heavy downpours
- Associated Press
A magnitude 6.4 earthquake wakes people on the Mexico-Guatemala border
A strong earthquake shook the border of Mexico and Guatemala early Sunday, driving frightened residents into the streets. The temblor struck just before 6 a.m. near the Mexican border town of Suchiate, where a river by the same name divides the two countries. The epicenter was just off the Pacific coast, 10 miles (16 kilometers) west-southwest of Brisas Barra de Suchiate, where the river empties into the sea.
- Business Insider
Floods in Brazil spark conspiracy theories over the cause, including toxic jet vapor trails and antennas in Alaska
Rio Grande do Sul has been facing heavy rains since last week, with 143 people confirmed to have lost their lives in the resulting floods so far.
- CNN
An ape for palm oil? Why critics say Malaysia’s ‘orangutan diplomacy’ plan is problematic
China has “panda diplomacy,” Australia parades koalas at global summits, and now Malaysia plans to join the Asia-Pacific trend for adorable ambassadors, by gifting orangutans to countries that buy its palm oil.
- Idaho Statesman
Don’t worry, Idaho, you may still have one last chance to see the aurora Sunday night
Experts are predicting a spike in solar activity on Sunday, opening the possibility for a more intense light show than Saturday night.
- PA Media: UK News
Record temperatures expected before thunderstorms bring end to fine weather
The mercury is expected to peak at around 25C on Saturday and 27C on Sunday.
- The Canadian Press
Fort McMurray among communities on evacuation alert after wildfires erupt
FORT MCMURRAY, Alta. — Fort McMurray's mayor took to social media to deliver a pep talk Saturday as the northern Alberta city once again faces the threat of an out-of-control wildfire that's spurring memories of a massive blaze that destroyed homes and buildings eight years ago. "I know everyone's feeling unsettled and stressed right now. Our community knows all too well how this feels, but our past experience also means we are very well prepared to handle whatever comes our way," Regional Munic
- CNN
Most extreme geomagnetic storm in more than 20 years
CNN’s Kristin Fisher reports on the powerful solar storm across the globe.
- CBC
Smoke from wildfires in B.C., Alberta prompts air quality statements in Sask.
Smoke travelling into Saskatchewan from wildfires in British Columbia and Alberta has prompted special air quality statements for parts of the province.Parts of northern and central Saskatchewan, including Saskatoon, Prince Albert, La Ronge and Meadow Lake, were under air quality statements from Environment and Climate Change Canada as of noon Saturday.Environment Canada said the plume of wildfire smoke is spreading southwards throughout Saskatchewan Saturday.The band of smoke will bring four to
- The Canadian Press
Fire at warehouse in Bathurst, N.B. triggers evacuations, air quality advisory
BATHURST, N.B. — A massive weekend fire at a building supply warehouse in northern New Brunswick briefly forced more than 100 residents from their homes and triggered an air quality advisory as a black plume of smoke filled the air. The large blaze broke out at an Eddy Group warehouse store Saturday evening in Bathurst, N.B., prompting the local fire department to warn residents away from the Ste. Anne Street area. "Looking up at the sky, you see this huge plume of smoke and it was a kind of an
- KMGH - Denver Scripps
More rain on the way as temps heat up
Denver7 Stacey Donaldson has your latest forecast for 5/12.