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Clouds 101: How To Identify Different Types Of Clouds
May 8, 2025, 8:44 am EDT
Curious about clouds? Well, you’re in the right place. We’re going to break down the basic types of clouds including cirrus, cumulus, stratus and cumulonimbus. Some you will see on a blue sky day while others might rain on your parade. Think you’re already a cloud pro? We will also discuss some more uncommon clouds like lenticular and mammatus clouds. Learn more about them all here.
Two For One Over Texas: A Fire Rainbow And Jellyfish Cloud
May 8, 2025, 6:37 am EDT
Clear skies over Weatherford, Texas, on Tuesday created the perfect environment for a beautiful combination of weather phenomena. Watch this video to see a “jellyfish cloud” and “fire rainbow” team up, and learn why a “fire rainbow” isn’t really a rainbow at all.
These Iridescent Clouds Are Only Possible In Polar Areas
May 8, 2025, 6:37 am EDT
What caused these beautiful, iridescent clouds in Sweden? And what makes them so special and rare?
Why Clouds Stay In The Sky, Rather Than Simply Falling Down
May 8, 2025, 5:26 am EDT
If clouds are heavy, why don’t they just fall to the ground? There’s one key concept behind this. Meteorologist Robb Ellis explains.
Tropical Watches Vs. Warnings: What's The Difference?
May 6, 2025, 1:49 pm EDT
Do you know the difference between watches and warnings, when it comes to a tropical storm or hurricane?
Born From A Mud Volcano, This Island Didn’t Stick Around
May 1, 2025, 6:28 am EDT
In the heart of the Caspian Sea, off the coast of Azerbaijan, a mud volcano briefly birthed a mysterious island, only for the sea to reclaim it, leaving scientists captivated.
More Snow, Freezes Are Typically Ahead After Groundhog Day
April 17, 2025, 1:32 pm EDT
We are typically looking for spring when we pay attention to Punxsutawney Phil, but there is plenty of winter left to come after the rodent’s prediction is made. At least one location in California typically receives more than 7 feet of snow after Feb. 2. Even after the snow stops, most of the country still has some frosty mornings to contend with.
Christmas Has Had A Wide Range Of Weather Extremes
April 17, 2025, 1:32 pm EDT
The warmest, coldest & snowiest Christmas day records.
Fact Or Fiction: Is Heat Lightning Real?
April 10, 2025, 12:00 pm EDT
Heat lightning has been a topic of conversation as to whether it is a type of lightning or a myth. Watch this video to learn all about what's fact and what's fiction.
What Makes The Sky Blue? Every Color Of The Rainbow.
April 5, 2025, 12:00 pm EDT
Ever wonder why the sky is blue, vs. say red, orange or purple? An effect called Rayleigh Scattering is part of the reason we see only blue, despite it all starting with a rainbow of colors.

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