Category: Shore Local Magazine
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The Polar Vortex and NJ: What you need to know
The polar vortex It’s been meteorology’s biggest buzz word in our everyday weather conversations since it gained fame in 2014. However, it’s often misused and misunderstood. As with most things in life, it’s more complicated than it seems. Yes, the polar vortex is generally responsible for deep cold and even snowstorms during the winter. However,…
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NJ’s wet start to 2024 has dampened drought impact
Did you know? The wettest start to the year on record for Atlantic City International Airport may have saved us from an exceptional drought today. Despite a historic dry spell gripping the state—now the worst since 2002—the rainy start to 2024 kept conditions from being even more dire. ➡️ As of November, all of New…
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Community observers contribute to America’s largest volunteer weather network
Discover how community observers are making a difference in weather forecasting and drought monitoring in New Jersey. Learn about their vital role in America’s largest volunteer weather network, CoCoRaHS, and find out how you can join this impactful initiative. Community observers contribute to America’s largest volunteer weather network – Shore Local Newsmagazine
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What is the winter outlook?
It hasn’t felt like it lately, but winter is coming. With that comes the promise of bone-chilling cold, and yes, at least the talk of snow. After all, our earliest date for measurable snowfall at Atlantic City International Airport is Nov. 5. With that comes the always exciting winter outlook. Interest in the winter ahead…
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What if Hurricane Milton hit New Jersey?
What’s the worst case hurricane scenario for NJ? A category 3. There’s a 1.5-1.7% chance of that happening on any given year. Here’s what the storm surge would look like if that happened. What if Hurricane Milton hit New Jersey? – Shore Local Newsmagazine
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National Weather Service simplifies cold weather alerts
Winter is coming. The show “Game of Thrones” made that line famous in its season premiere in 2011. Learn more about extreme cold alerts from the National Weather Service in my latest Shore Local Magazine column. National Weather Service simplifies cold weather alerts – Shore Local Newsmagazine
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Coastal flooding explained
The five causes of ‘sunny day flooding’ By Meteorologist Joe Martucci Every time there’s “sunny day flooding,” many ask how. That’s this week’s topic in my Shore Local Newsmagazine column. Coastal flooding explained – Shore Local Newsmagazine
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Look for early fall foliage this autumn
Mark your calendars earlier than usual to explore peak fall foliage across the southern half of the state, according to an interview I did with the New Jersey Forest Service. Check out my latest article on fall foliage for Shore Local Magazine Look for early fall foliage this autumn – Shore Local Newsmagazine
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Summer 2024: Hot start, seasonable finish
Summer 2024 Near record hot June Seasonable end to summer Cold ocean Pretty humid Read about Jersey Shore’s summer that was on my latest Shore Local column! Summer 2024: Hot start, seasonable finish – Shore Local Newsmagazine
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What are the best weather apps to use?
I get some version of “what’s the best weather app to use” once a week. So here’s your full guide to the 5 best weather apps for NJ weather from Shore Local. Please share! What are the best weather apps to use? – Shore Local Newsmagazine