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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
The data changes rapidly before and during the storm, and the distance of a few miles can mean the difference between snow, sleet or dangerous freezing rain. Read more from AP: apnews.com/article/winter-storm-app… (3/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
The combination of heavy snow, treacherous ice and subzero temperatures shows why it’s best to seek out forecasters who can explain its nuances via local TV or radio newscasts, online livestreams or detailed websites, said meteorologists interviewed by The Associated Press. (2/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
Smartphone weather apps that summarize their forecasts with eye-popping numbers and bright icons may be handy during mild weather, but meteorologists say it’s better to listen to human expertise during multi-faceted, dangerous winter storms. (1/3) #Weather #Wx #WeatherApp
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Contact us today to see how our forecast accuracy analyses can help you make more informed business decisions. #OutdoorEvents #Concert #Sports #WeatherRisk #RiskManagers #Weather #Wx
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Advance notice of rain, high winds, extreme heat, or lightning allows teams to adjust layouts, secure structures, or reschedule activities to keep guests & staff safe. Accurate weather intelligence reduces financial risk, minimizes disruptions, & ensures a smoother, more enjoyable experience.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
Accurate weather forecasts are vital in the outdoor event industry. Weather directly affects safety, attendance, logistics, & overall event success. Reliable forecasts help organizers plan setup/teardown, protect equipment, & make informed decisions about staffing, vendors, & contingency plans.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Learn more in our ClimateWatch newsletter: www.climatewatch.com/p/the-winter-o…. #Olympics #Italy2026 #WinterOlympics #MilanoCortina2026 #Climate #ClimateChange #Italy (2/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
The Winter Olympics officially kicked off in Milano & Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. It has been 70 years since Cortina first held the Winter Games, & February temperatures have warmed 6.4F since then. The area now sees 41 fewer days below freezing than when the Games were first held there in 1956. (1/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Learn more in our blog: forecastwatch.com/2026/02/04/where-… #weather #wx #USwx #weatherforecast #weatheraccuracy #forecastaccuracy #weatherrisk (3/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
Our study found that a higher level of forecasting skill is needed in the eastern half of the U.S., especially in the Ohio Valley. On the other hand, areas such as Hawaii, southern California, southern Texas, southern Florida, & portions of Alaska are locations where it is easier to predict weather.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 07/02/2026
As part of our Best Places to Live or Work in the United States If You Need to Know What the Weather Will Be Like Tomorrow 2025 report, we calculated the overall average variance for each of the 793 locations analyzed to see which locations were easier or harder to forecast weather. (1/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
If you’re in the energy industry and need to know which forecast providers you can trust to help inform crucial business decisions, send us a message to learn more about how we can help! #Energy #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #Weather #Wx #SolarEnergy (3/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Reliable weather intelligence supports smarter purchasing & trading decisions, improves crew safety during severe conditions, & reduces operational costs by allowing teams to plan ahead. (2/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Accurate weather forecasts are essential for energy industry professionals. Temperature swings drive demand, while wind, solar, & precipitation determine renewable energy output, making precise forecasts critical for balancing the grid & preventing outages. (1/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Weather word of the week: frost quakes. Frost quakes can occur when water in the soil freezes, expands, and cracks under pressure. This has happened recently in portions of Kentucky and Tennessee in the wake of the recent winter storm. This graphic from NWS Louisville explains more. #wx #weather
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
California is completely free of drought for the first time in 25 years after winter storms brought large amounts of rain & snow to the region. The last time CA had no areas considered “abnormally dry” or in drought conditions was in Dec. of 2000. Learn more: www.climatewatch.com/p/california...
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🏜️ California Drought-free for First Time in 25 Years
Plus: Dartmouth professors lead climate policy initiatives; Zillow removes climate risk data from site
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Today is #GroundhogDay! What are your predictions? Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow this morning, predicting six more weeks of winter. Keep in mind this is all for fun and games, and rodents are not meteorologists.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
Looking back at the massive snowstorm that hit the U.S. January 23-26, 2026, was the snow forecast for your area correct? We analyzed the snow forecast accuracy for 7 major weather forecast providers: forecastwatch.com/2026/01/27/m... #weather #wx #snow #snowstorm #winterwx #weatherrisk
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Learn more in our ClimateWatch newsletter: www.climatewatch.com/p/2025-climate… #climate #climatechange #weather #wx
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
ClimateWatch recently highlighted 2025’s biggest weather & climate events. 2025 was the third warmest year on record globally & the fourth warmest year on record in the United States. There were 23 billion-dollar weather & climate events in the United States in 2025 totaling $115 billion in damages.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Think about the difference between freezing rain and sleet like a glazed donut versus a donut with sprinkles. #freezingrain #sleet #icestorm #winterwx #weather #wx
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Weather word(s) of the week: freezing rain and sleet. There are several forms of winter precipitation, and sometimes it is hard to tell the difference. Freezing rain is liquid rain that freezes on contact with a surface. Sleet is rain that freezes into ice pellets before reaching the ground.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 25/01/2026
From New Mexico to Maine, numerous states across the country received or are about to receive accumulating snowfall. Keep these tips in mind when shoveling snow. #snow #winterwx #weather #wx #snowshovel #tips #safety
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
WOW! More than 240 million people across 40 states & spanning over 2,300 miles are in the path of a potentially historic winter storm that's expected to bring dangerous snow, ice, & bitterly cold conditions beginning this evening. Stay safe & warm! #weather #wx #snow #snowstorm #ice #icestorm
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Learn more in our blog: forecastwatch.com/2026/01/21/global… #weather #wx #severewx #hail (3/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
Europe has seen the sharpest rise in frequency of very large hail events, driven by increasing low-level moisture & atmospheric instability. Hail-related economic losses have increased in the United States, Australia, & Europe. (2/3)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
A study led by the European Severe Storms Laboratory provides the first comprehensive global analysis of very large hail. The study found that northern Argentina was the global hotspot for very large hail events, followed by Uruguay, Paraguay, southern Brazil, the U.S. Great Plains, & South Africa.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
These forecasts were made 24-48 hours in advance of what promises to be a very impactful storm system. Which provider's forecast will be most accurate? Check back with us early next week when we compare these forecast maps to what actually fell. #weather #snow #snowstorm #winter #winterwx (2/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
While there are A LOT of forecast snow maps floating around social media currently, we collected forecasts from seven major weather forecast providers. All of these forecasts were published today and are valid generally Friday through Monday across the United States. (1/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Looking out the window to see if it started snowing yet
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
Our ForecastWatch Online services allow you to evaluate and compare weather forecast accuracy from numerous providers to know which provider you can trust when it matters most. Send us a message or visit forecastwatch.com to learn more. #weather #wx #transportation #logistics #snowremoval
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
From route planning & resource allocation to winter weather operations, weather forecast accuracy directly impacts transportation efficiency & cost. Knowing the most accurate forecast provider in your area helps you make smarter, faster business decisions, & helps you keep operations moving safely.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Weather word of the week: graupel. Graupel are soft, small pellets formed when supercooled water droplets (at a temperature below 32°F) freeze onto a snow crystal, a process called riming. If the riming is particularly intense, the rimed snow crystal can grow to an appreciable size. - NOAA
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
An strong winter storm system looks to bring impactful freezing rain and snow across a large portion of the United States this weekend. Visit forecastadvisor.com to ensure you're following the most accurate source of weather forecasts in your area. #wx #weather #winterwx #snow #snowstorm #icestorm
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
It’s #TestimonialTuesday! Hear from our clients at ClearAg about why weather forecasts are under-utilized in the agriculture industry, and how they can help improve margins. #weather #wx #agwx #agriculture
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Colin Schultz @colinschultz.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
"Global coral loss, fisheries disruption and coastal infrastructure destruction are estimated to cost nearly $2 trillion annually" insideclimatenews.org/news/1501202...
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Ocean Damage Nearly Doubles the Cost of Climate Change - Inside Climate News
The global cost of greenhouse gas emissions are nearly double what scientists previously thought, according to a study published Thursday by researchers at the University of California San Diego’s Scr...
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
A recent study found that young children who experienced hotter temperatures than usual were less likely to meet basic developmental milestones than those living in nearby, but slightly cooler areas. Learn more in our ClimateWatch newsletter: www.climatewatch.com/p/rising-tem... #climate #health
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📖 Rising Temperatures May Lead to Developmental Delays in Children
Plus: AccuWeather climate study highlights; U.S. withdraws from climate organizations
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 18/01/2026
Snow in Florida this morning!
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My Zero Carbon #ClimateAction @myzerocarbon.org · 16/01/2026
. First Solar Power Plant in Kyrgyzstan Will Save 120,000 Tons of Carbon Emissions Every Year Find out more: www.goodnewsnetwork.org/fir... #ClimateAction
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First Solar Power Plant in Kyrgyzstan Will Save 120,000 Tons of Carbon Emissions Every Year
The 100MW installation will generate 210 million kWh of clean electricity annually, and represented one of the largest foreign investments.
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Find out who holds the title now in our latest blog: forecastwatch.com/2026/01/14/florid… #Wx #Weather #SevereWx #Lightning #Florida (2/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Florida has officially been dethroned as the lightning capital of the U.S. AEM, with the help of its 1800 sensor lightning detection network, announced that one of the Great Plains states had the highest concentration of lightning in 2025, with ~73 lightning flashes per square mile last year. (1/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Can you trust the rain forecast? We analyzed 593 locations across Europe and identified the locations with the highest & lowest forecast precipitation accuracy for the next 3 days. Learn more in our full detailed report: forecastwatch.com/best-places-... #weather #wx #Europe #EuropeWx
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
This solution offers a cost-efficient way to monitor statistics/rankings over time and allows you to make adjustments if necessary. Send us a message for more information! (2/2) #wx #weather #accuracy #weatherrisk
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Have you heard about our ForecastWatch Snapshot product? ForecastWatch Snapshot, produced on a seasonal quarterly basis, compares and contrasts the forecast accuracy of multiple weather providers. Pre-selected parameters, such as 1-3 days out or a specific region, are tracked. (1/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
Weather word of the week: shinshin. Shinshin (pronounced sheensheen) is a Japanese onomatopoeia that describes the absence of sound during and after a fresh snow fall. Fresh snow absorbs sound waves, making it seem quieter outside. #weather #wx #winterwx #snow #dyk
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Larry Neufeld @larryneufeldsk.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
‘Profound impacts’: record ocean heat is intensifying climate disasters, data shows www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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‘Profound impacts’: record ocean heat is intensifying climate disasters, data shows
Oceans absorb 90% of global heating, making them a stark indicator of the relentless march of the climate crisis
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Learn more in our ClimateWatch newsletter: www.climatewatch.com/p/uk-records-h…. #climate #climatechange #derecho #severewx #wx #weather (2/2)
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ForecastWatch @forecastwatch.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
A recent study analyzed the climatology of 1995-2024 United States warm-season derecho events and the potential associated climate forcing. They identified 147 warm-season derechos during the 30 year time frame, resulting in an average of 5 derechos per warm season. (1/2)
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My Zero Carbon #ClimateAction @myzerocarbon.org · 10/01/2026
. What energy should we take into 2026 in order to face climate change head on? We need to take urgent #ClimateAction right now to avoid the worst of Climate Change! More: monocle.com/radio/shows/the... .
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What energy should we take into 2026 in order to face climate change head on? - Monocle
We meet Dr Gary Yohe, a Nobel Peace prize recipient for his work on the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on...
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The Guardian @theguardian.com · 10/01/2026
World’s richest 1% have already used fair share of emissions for 2026, says Oxfam
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World’s richest 1% have already used fair share of emissions for 2026, says Oxfam
Richest 1% took 10 days while wealthiest 0.1% needed just three days to exhaust annual carbon budget, study shows The world’s richest 1% have used up their fair share of carbon emissions just 10 days into 2026, analysis has found. Meanwhile, the richest 0.1% took just three days to exhaust their annual carbon budget, according to the research by Oxfam. Continue reading...
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