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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · 11d

You've heard of being weather-aware, now get ready for being bear-aware!

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How you can stay bear-aware this fall - The Weather Network

Did you know that fall is a busy time of year for bears? Here are some tips to keep yourself and the bears safe this season.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 13d

Scientist and global activist Jane Goodall, who turned her childhood love of primates into a lifelong quest for protecting the environment, has died at the age of 91.

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Wildlife advocate and primate expert Jane Goodall dies at 91 - The Weather Network

Goodall died of natural causes while in California on a speaking tour, the Jane Goodall Institute said in a social media post.

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · 13d

Having your survival hinge on successfully producing clones of another species sounds like a science fiction novel, but in the case of Iberian harvester ants, it's nonfiction.

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This ant is defying nature, and science, as we know it - The Weather Network

Can animals make clones of other species? A recent study found that a certain ant can

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · 25d

On Wednesday, Sept. 19, 2001, Hurricane Gabrielle impacted Newfoundland, bringing the "worst flooding in 100 years."

The hurricane that brought Newfoundland the 'worst flooding in 100 years' - The Weather Network

On this day in weather history, Hurricane Gabrielle impacted Newfoundland.

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · 26d

Yellowstone Geology team members have been making some unusual finds this year at the park's famous geysers and hot springs!

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Hold on to your hats: Yellowstone team finds bizarre items while tidying up - The Weather Network

Hundreds of hats have been blown off people’s heads while visiting Yellowstone National Park, and there’s a team of experts picking them up.

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · 26d

Thanks to climate change, we could see more 'gummy' sharks as ocean acidification damages their teeth in the future.

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Gummy sharks may not just be candy in the future - The Weather Network

A recent study has found that increasing ocean acidification can damage shark teeth, putting the apex predator’s future at risk.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Sep 13

Autumn is an excellent time of year for stargazing, taking in a half-dozen meteor showers, and possibly even spotting an alien visitor passing through our solar system.

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A meteor storm and an alien comet could be the 'stars' in the sky this Fall - The Weather Network

Amid the season with at least one meteor shower occurring every night, interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS may become visible to us in early November.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Sep 8

Canada's tornado count this season has seen an uptick after 10 new confirmations from events that occurred earlier this summer. www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

Canada's 2025 tornado season gets boost to tally with 10 new twisters - The Weather Network

Canada's tornado count this season has seen an uptick after 10 new confirmations from events that occurred earlier this summer

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Sep 7

The wildfire risk is climbing in Western Canada on Sunday as severe storms will be possible across parts of B.C. and Alberta, bringing the threat of strong winds, hail, dry lightning and locally heavy rain. #BCstorm #ABstorm www.theweathernetwork.com/en/news/weat...

Wildfire worries rise in the West with severe storm risk in B.C., Alberta - The Weather Network

The wildfire risk is climbing in Western Canada on Sunday as severe storms will be possible across parts of B.C. and Alberta, bringing the threat of strong winds, hail, dry lightning and locally heavy...

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · Sep 1

We could see more outbreaks of Legionnaires’ disease going forward as our summers keep getting hotter.

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Warming temperatures are leading to a rise in this deadly disease - The Weather Network

An increase in cases of Legionnaires’ disease around the world can be attributed to warming temperatures from climate change.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Aug 8

Thunderstorms will continue across parts of Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and northwestern Ontario on Friday. #SKStorm #MBStorm #ONStorm

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Threatening severe storms fire back up Friday across Sask., Man., NW Ont. - The Weather Network

Thunderstorms will continue across parts of Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and northwestern Ontario on Friday. All eyes are on southern Manitoba and northwestern Ontario for an overnight severe weather setup...

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Northern Tornadoes Project 🇨🇦 @westernuntp.bsky.social · Aug 8

In addition to the tornado that the NTP confirmed in SW MB on Aug 5, we have now confirmed two tornadoes that occurred NE of Winnipeg on Aug 6.

The Aug 6 tornadoes were assigned EF0 ratings after a damage survey was conducted.

Details can be found here: uwo.ca/ntp/blog/202...

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Aug 8

A system approaching the region will wrap thick smoke onto the southern Prairies and portions of southern Ontario into this weekend. #ONStorm #ONwx

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Prepare for poor air quality as thick smoke returns this weekend - The Weather Network

A system approaching the region will wrap thick smoke onto the southern Prairies and portions of southern Ontario into this weekend

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · Aug 8

People often confuse European hornets for northern giant hornets (murder hornets) in the summer. The big difference? One should be here, the other should not!

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Meet the murder hornet's Canadian cousin - The Weather Network

People often confuse European hornets, which can be naturally found in Canada and the rest of North America, with the much-feared and invasive 'murder hornet.'

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · Aug 8

It's going to be a smoky weekend for many folks across Canada. Did you know the smoke can actually affect your weather?

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From flames to forecasts: How wildfire smoke affects your weather - The Weather Network

Smoke in your forecast? Here’s what that means for your weather.

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · Aug 8

ACHOO syndrome may sound silly, but it's a real thing and you or someone you know may experience it! 🤧🌞

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ACHOO! The science behind the solar sneeze - The Weather Network

Does looking at the sun make you go ACHOO? Researchers are still trying to solve the mystery behind the solar sneeze.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Jul 26

Folks in southern Ontario will see multiple opportunities for thunderstorms during the day Saturday, a few of which could approach severe limits. #ONstorm #ONwx

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Stormy Saturday interrupts southern Ontario's weekend - The Weather Network

An active pattern continues to bring waves of storms across Ontario.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Jul 25

Eyes to the north early Sunday morning, for a chance to see the Aurora Borealis shining in the sky.

Aurora Borealis may shine over parts of Canada this weekend - The Weather Network

A passing solar storm could light up the predawn sky on Sunday.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Jul 11

Experts with the Northern Tornadoes Project (NTP) confirmed Friday that a significant tornado outbreak unfolded in Saskatchewan on Thursday, June 19. #SKStorm #SKwx

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Tornado outbreak confirmed after 10 twisters strike in one day - The Weather Network

The tornado outbreak unfolded on Thursday, June 19

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Northern Tornadoes Project 🇨🇦 @westernuntp.bsky.social · Jul 1

The NTP is confirming a tornado at Lucan, ON this afternoon.

The NTP's Director saw the tornado and conducted an initial damage survey, finding EF0 damage to trees and a farm structure (see images).

An NTP survey team will conduct a more thorough investigation in the area tomorrow.

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · Jun 30

Remember to always wait 30 minutes after hearing the last rumble of thunder before going back outdoors after a storm. Why? Check out this article to find out!

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Don’t make this deadly mistake when waiting out a storm - The Weather Network

You don’t have to be in a storm to be in danger from lightning.

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · Jun 30

Yesterday I was honoured to receive the once-in-a-lifetime award for doing the laundry and folding/putting it away right away. Maybe one day I can win the award for emptying the clean dishwasher before dirty dishes pile up in my sink.

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The Weather Network @weathernetwork.bsky.social · Jun 24

Canada Day is coming up, and numerous fireworks shows will no doubt be occurring across the country. Here’s the amazing science behind these delightful displays. 🇨🇦✨

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The science behind spectacular Canada Day firework displays - The Weather Network

Green peonies, blue dahlias, red crossettes, white and silver chrysanthemums; how are all of these incredible firework displays produced?

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Anika Beaudry @anibean.bsky.social · Jun 23

As if sunburns on your skin aren't bad enough, did you know you can also burn your eyes?

Don't overlook your eyes when protecting yourself from the sun - The Weather Network

Spending some time in the sun? Don’t forget to protect your eyes!

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