Ever Wonder Why We Say . . .

When is the Earth Closest to the Sun?
When it's a hot summer day, it often feels like the sun is just an arm's throw away. It's not.

Test Your Weather Wisdom

When is Lightning a Danger?
Keep safe this summer. Get these important safety facts about thunderstorms.

What is Saint Elmo's Fire?
This unique phenomenon has been a cause of a lot of speculation and awe. Learn what it is and what causes this "fire."

Meteor Shower Mayhem
Now is the time of year when meteor showers appear more often.

How do the seasons change?
Fall is here! Ever wonder why we have seasons? Learn more here.

Lightning Kills, Play it Safe
There's nothing fun about being struck. Lightning is a very dangerous weather occurrence that isn't taken seriously. Have a safe, enjoyable summer. Here's how to avoid the threat of being struck by lightning.

Ouchless Tips for Hammering Nails
Basic tips to be memorized. Easy tips for bruise-free hammering.

What Are Meteors?
Look to the sky! Is it a bird, plane, shooting star or meteor? Learn what a meteor is, why they happen, and when you might be able to view a meteor shower.

The Summer Solstice: Facts and Folklore
The longest day of the year...at least for half of us.

The Basics: Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Most landfalling hurricanes spawn at least one tornado. Read More

The Hurricane that Wasn't
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Predicting Summer Weather... The How To
May 1, 2008 12:02 PM

Summer Safety & The Weather
May 2, 2008 3:53 PM

A Reader Recalls Being Struck by Lightning
April 30, 2007 8:32 AM

Lightning Awareness
April 27, 2007 10:04 AM

Weather - Where to Live?
September 4, 2007 6:58 AM

Dove Hunting with Grandma
September 5, 2005 8:46 AM

Primer for Hurricanes, Tornadoes and Storm Surges
Here is a basic primer on hurricanes, tornadoes and storm surges: A hurricane is a severe tropical storm, that forms in the southern Atlantic Ocean, Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, or in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Hurricanes need...