After a severe storm moved through Cumberland County with strong winds and hail, a severe thunderstorm watch was issued through Sunday night, according to NWS.
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Two dead, thousands of flight cancellations, 1.1 million lose power in eastern U.S. storms
The Federal Aviation Administration said it was rerouting planes around storms heading to the East Coast and warned it would likely start pausing flights in and out of the New York City area, Philadelphia, Washington, Charlotte and Atlanta.
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National Weather Service warns of possible flash flooding in Maine starting Monday
Multiple rounds of storms packing heavy rain could trigger flash flooding Monday night into Tuesday.
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Surfs up takes on new meaning as California waves get bigger as Earth warms, research finds
New research shows winter waves off California’s Pacific coast are swelling in size as the planet warms.
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Communities plan to open cooling centers as extreme heat takes over
Cooling centers will be open Thursday and Friday in Portland, Scarborough, South Portland and Gray.
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28 and counting: Portland on unprecedented run of days with temp at 60 or above
With overnight lows predicted in the mid-60s or above the next few nights, the streak is likely headed well beyond the previous mark of 24 days set in 1988.
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2 to 4 inches of rain brings flash flooding to Androscoggin County area
A flash flood warning went out to those in the Lewiston and Auburn region Tuesday evening. According to National Weather Service, some 2 to 4 inches of rain was expected and the warning is in place until 9:30 p.m.
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How persistent heat can lead to chronic health problems
In healthy humans, a body temperature outside of a narrow band between 98 and 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit risks damage to our cells, tissues and organs. Persistent heat can negatively impact our mental health as well.
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Tornado damages Pfizer plant in North Carolina as other parts of U.S. reel from scorching heat, floods
Meanwhile, Phoenix broke an all-time record Wednesday morning for a warm low temperature at 97 degrees Fahrenheit.
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As smoke shrouds Maine skies, scientist foresees more on the horizon
‘What we are seeing are climate change impacts in the here and now,’ says Gail Carlson, a Colby College professor.