
Arctic deep freeze engulfs US as 230 million shiver under sting of polar vortex
The arctic outbreak that has enveloped the central U.S. is hitting its peak Thursday as frigid temperatures continue to spread south and east across the nation.

Alaskaâs Mount Spurr being closely watched for signs of an explosive eruption
The Alaska Volcano Observatory is closely monitoring Mount Spurr, which is located about 75 miles west of Anchorage. âAVO continues to monitor activity at Mount Spurr for signals that would indicate that the volcano is moving closer to an eruption. Based on previous eruptions, changes from current activity in the earthquakes, ground deformation, summit…

An unlikely region is now joining the strawberry production game
As strawberry season kicks into high gear, a producer in Virginia is making waves. Plenty Unlimited Inc. says its has built the world's first large-scale indoor farm dedicated to growing berries. According to the company, the facility is designed to produce over 4 million pounds of strawberries annually by utilizing vertical farming on 30-foot-tall…

Lack of snow forces Alaska’s famous Iditarod race to move starting location
The 2025 Iditarod race, which normally begins in Anchorage, Alaska, will begin at an alternate location this year due to a lack of snow.

Moon’s first cell service could become reality during next US lunar mission set to launch next week
Intuitive Machines is preparing to launch its second robotic mission to the Moon in two years, sending another batch of science to the lunar surface and, for the first time, testing 4G cellular service on another world.

What is a Miller Type B nor’easter?
A norâeaster is a powerful storm system that impacts the eastern seaboard of North America, bringing gusty winds, coastal flooding, and heavy precipitation. Typically, these events occur during the fall and winter months when the air temperature over land is cooler than the waters of the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf Stream. Originally, storm…