Category: Weather & Tides

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Eight Great Catfishing Spots in New York

8/2/2022 - By Richard Corrigan. Of all the fish that swim in New York’s waters, channel catfish are among those that get the least amount of fishing attention and publicity. That’s a shame, because the Empire State has a greater catfish population than is widely known. Identifiable by their whiskered mouths, gray/olive… SEE MORE

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NOAA: 2022 Hurricane Season Could Be Extreme

7/29/2022 - By OceanGrafix The 2022 hurricane season is just underway (as of June) and runs until the end of November. Early indications are that it could be a wild one. NOAA predicts a 65% chance of an above-normal season and is forecasting 14 to 21 named storms (winds of 39 mph… SEE MORE

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More Extreme Rainfall Predicted for the Future

7/29/2022 - Researchers say some climate models are underestimating future floods. Joshua Studholme was finishing his doctoral program in physics at Lomonosov Moscow State University when his thesis advisor told him a story about Queen Victoria, the monarch who ruled the British Empire for the better part of the 19th century. The… SEE MORE

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Boating 101: What to Do if You Run Aground

7/28/2022 - By BoatUS Many groundings happen on soft bottoms, so often you can get off without help — if you move quickly and employ the right tactics. A moment's inattention and you find yourself straying from the channel, firmly stuck in the mud. Now what? First things first: Don't Waste Time… SEE MORE

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Common Phrases with Nautical Origin

7/27/2022 - By NOAA. Many phrases that we use today originate from maritime culture. The 10 phrases described below are just a few. 1. Long Shot An occurrence that would take a great deal of luck. Early ships’ guns tended to be inaccurate. If a shot made impact from a great distance,… SEE MORE

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NOAA Launches Heat.gov Website

7/26/2022 - By NOAA Yesterday, the National Integrated Heat Health Information System (NIHHIS) announced Heat.gov, a new website to provide the public and decision-makers with clear, timely and science-based information to understand and reduce the health risks of extreme heat. Heat.gov will provide a one-stop hub on heat and health for the nation… SEE MORE

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Best Places to Fish in California

7/25/2022 - By Takemefishing. With so many options for fishing in California, it can be hard to settle on the right place for you and the type of species you’re after. Get tips on where to fish in California for a successful day on the water. CALIFORNIA FISHING REGULATIONS Whether you’re planning… SEE MORE

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How to Stay Cool on your Boat

7/23/2022 - By Formula Boats. Boating in warm weather under the sun can be relaxing and rejuvenating — but it can also be sweltering hot. Whether you are fishing off the coast of Florida or cruising around the Caribbean, you are bound to start sweating in the summer heat. As the temperatures… SEE MORE

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Combating Invasive Species

7/22/2022 - By Norm Schultz. The formation of an industry commission to confront the spread of aquatic invasives brings front and center a threat to boating and fishing that for years has been addressed by a patchwork of federal and state initiatives. The new commission, under the leadership of National Marine Manufacturers… SEE MORE

Scientific Tips for Staying Cool in a Heatwave

7/20/2022 - By the BBC Futures Team. Heatwaves make daily life uncomfortable, but also pose a serious threat to human health and the environment. Here is our guide to getting through one. The oppressive temperatures of a heatwave can have far-reaching impacts, from risks to human health to destroying crops and increasing… SEE MORE

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