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The Top 10 Most Tornado-Prone Cities

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:06:24 +0000

Tornado season is starting in many parts of the country. Is your town or city at risk? This year’s list may come as a surprise to some, with areas in the Deep South dominating the top of the list, as opposed to cities in the Great Plains and Midwest. Those two regions are more likely [...]

Severe Weather Tips from Comanche County Emergency Management

Nancy Mace — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 18:41:37 +0000

With severe weather in the forecast, Comanche County Emergency Management felt it important to remind the community of some severe weather safety tips to ensure the citizens safety. 1. Mobile homes are not safe. If you live in one, please call a friend or family with a house and seek shelter. 2. If an underground [...]

Photos of Hurricane Sandy Flood Social Media Sites

Stephanie McMaster — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 20:52:02 +0000

Photos of Hurricane Sandy flooded social media sites throughout the day Monday, with Facebook, Instagram and Twitter users in the storm’s path posting dramatic photos of waves, flooding and downed trees. (Some are fake, by the way.) The outer bands of the hurricane brought strong winds, heavy rains and storm surges to the Jersey Shore [...]

As Hurricane Sandy Moves In, Emergency Supplies Run Out

Mike Adams — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:41:35 +0000

In the Northeast, people are swarming to beg, borrow, steal and even purchase last-minute emergency supplies to prepare for the worst of Hurricane Sandy. However, many stores are running out of those items, leaving people to return home empty-handed. But people aren’t giving up. Numerous larger stores in the area are doing their best to [...]

Hurricane Sandy Spinning Toward East Coast

Joe Student — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 22:15:05 +0000

New York, New Jersey and other coastal states announced evacuations of citizens living in low-lying coastal areas on Sunday, as Hurricane Sandy and an accompanying storm surge threatened the East Coast of the United States. The National Hurricane Center plotted the center of the storm 300 miles southeast of Virginia Beach, Virginia, on Sunday night. [...]

Raw Videos Show the Power of Hurricane Isaac [VIDEOS]

Joe Hyer — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 20:32:54 +0000

Despite recently weakening to a tropical storm, the catastrophic effects of Hurricane Isaac continue through Wednesday afternoon. The storm has dumped more than ten inches of rain across the area and left at least 725,000 homes without power. Property damages are estimated to total well over $1 billion. The National Hurricane Center expects the storm [...]

Get Ready — Forecasters Predict a Brutal Winter Ahead

Shauna Wright — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 18:30:22 +0000

This summer has been unusually hot, with record-breaking temperatures all over the country. But in a few months, we may be wishing for a little of that heat — forecasters are warning we should brace for a particularly harsh winter.

Is Global Warming Causing The Drought?

Nancy Mace — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 16:34:06 +0000

There have been a lot of discussions about the drought lately. Is it global warming? Is it a shift in the polar axis? Not according to Chris Hill from Australia, it’s as “clear as day” what is causing the drought. We can make fun of this article, does he really think that the drought has [...]

There Are Crickets Everywhere! What Does It Mean?

Nancy Mace — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 20:33:50 +0000

The crickets have been absolutely crazy this year. I did some searching on the internet and according to Dr. Roger E. Gold of Texas A&M, the crickets are abundant for two reasons; “One, they have completed development and are reproducing and spreading out. Two, it’s hot and dry so they are moving out of the heat and seeking moisture.�

5 Hurricanes That Share Their Names with the Stars

Ray Chalme — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 20:43:09 +0000

When you think about all the names of all the hurricanes in history, you obviously stumble across some with monikers that you’ve heard on TV. For every one named after a boring newscaster, there’s bound to be a name with a bit more excitement in its famous counterpart. Here are five of the most exciting [...]

'Life-Threatening' Heat to Hit Much of the US This Summer

Jeremy Taylor — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 15:06:23 +0000

You might think it’s hot now, but Mother Nature is just getting started. Summer this year is set to hit much of the United States hard, according to a series of excessive heat warnings issued by the National Weather Service Thursday. Central Indiana is expected to see its hottest weather since 1930, and folks in parts of [...]

Easy Ways to Stay Cool During This Heat Wave

Nancy Mace — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 14:29:39 +0000

Oklahoma is entering the hottest part of the summer with no relief in site in the near future. Staying cool during these sweltering days can be a challenge. There are a number of things you can do to stay cool in the summer without using air conditioning, or at least without using it too much. Check out these cool ideas I found from the AARP for saving on the cost of air conditioning.

Relentless Rain from Tropical Storm Debby Floods Parts of Florida

Shauna Wright — Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:16:45 +0000

Tropical Storm Debby may not be an actual hurricane, but that doesn’t mean she isn’t wreaking plenty of havoc – she’s already drenched Northern Florida in rain and spun off isolated tornadoes with at least one casualty. The constant barrage of wind and rain has evoked unpleasant memories of the widespread flooding that occurred across [...]

Tropical Storm Beryl Leaves Many Without Power on Memorial Day Weekend

Nick Romano — Mon, 28 May 2012 22:49:06 +0000

While many Americans were enjoying the leisurely activities associated with Memorial Day weekend, there were thousands in Florida and Georgia who experienced the harshness of Tropical Storm Beryl. As close-to-hurricane-force winds ravaged through the Jacksonville Beach area around midnight on Monday, Mayor Alvin Browne issued warnings for the citizens to stay inside. Seventy-mph gusts were [...]

What to Do in Lawton to Rebuild Your Home After is Destroyed in Severe Weather

Sasha Spielman — Fri, 11 May 2012 13:10:08 +0000

While living in Lawton, OK we enjoy such luxuries as a beautiful open sky, exciting-to-watch sports teams, and some of the friendliest people you’ll ever meet, tornado season is one of Oklahoma’s less-endearing qualities. We all know natural disasters can’t be averted and that sometimes all the preparation in the world doesn’t help. If your home and family are the unfortunate victims of a tornado’s wrath, here are some tips for rebuilding your life and house!

What To Do If You Get Separated From Loved Ones During Tornado? [VIDEO]

amityritze — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 11:15:49 +0000

On Saturday night, hundreds of people across the Midwest were watching the local weather news tracking the several tornadoes reported to have headed their way! The National Weather Service reported on Sunday morning that they have recorded about 100 different tornadoes sweeping through the Heartland! The Associate Press reported that in Woodward, OK 5 were killed and more than two dozens were injured! We put together the best tips list on what to do in case you get separated with your family! Check it out!

Tornado Devastates Wichita, KS and an Iowa Hospital

Danny Groner — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 19:51:19 +0000

Kansas Gov. Sam Brownback declared a state of emergency in the wake of a giant tornado, which hit Wichita particularly hard late Saturday night. Miraculously there are no major injuries reported so far. According to the National Weather Service, the “confirmed large and extremely dangerous tornado was located just east of Conway Springs and moving [...]

'It Was a Dark and Stormy Night…' Nancy Mace Recalls Her Drive Back Home in Severe Weather!

Nancy Mace — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 01:20:58 +0000

So begins the 1830 novel 'Paul Clifford' by Victorian novelist Edward Bulwer-Lytton, and so began the night at The Mace Place.

10 Must Have Items in Case of Tornado!

amityritze — Sat, 14 Apr 2012 22:40:05 +0000

It’s officially Spring-time in Oklahoma and you know what that means – April showers bring May tornadoes. That’s why it’s important to have these 10 items ready in case you have to leave your home as soon as the sirens go off. We all know the drill- our favorite television show gets interrupted with hours [...]

Rain Songs – What's Your Favorite?

Frank Seres — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 04:10:30 +0000

The rainy weather we’ve had got us thinking about rain songs that have been on the country chart. There’s been some big ones recently. Luke Bryan scored his first-ever #1 song with ‘Rain Is A Good Thing’, while David Nail notched his first #1 with ‘Let It Rain’. Here a list of some memorable country rain [...]