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For those celebrating today, we wish you a very merry #Christmas from everyone at the Met Office, with a special thank you to those working on shift to keep our forecasts available 24/7 🎄

A picture of the sun setting behind a grassy field where sheep are grazing. Photo taken by @cloudymamma on Christmas Eve in Inverness.

December 25, 2025 at 9:13 AM

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Atlanta News First

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Deadly house fire among several blazes across metro Atlanta; officials stress fire safety awareness

While investigators work to determine what started the fires, firefighters say families need to have a plan for if fire breaks out in their home.

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December 16, 2025 at 12:21 PM

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Atlanta News First

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Stolen car crashes during Sandy Springs police chase, driver escapes on foot, police say

The car was reported stolen out of Milton.

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December 16, 2025 at 11:00 AM

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Atlanta News First

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Metro Atlanta student attending Brown University reflects on deadly weekend shooting

As police continue to search for the suspect accused of shooting and killing two Brown University students, one metro Atlanta scholar is recounting his experience.

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December 16, 2025 at 3:28 AM

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Atlanta News First

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City of Atlanta to open warming centers ahead of freezing temperatures

The City of Atlanta is opening warming centers in advance of freezing temperatures expected to move across Georgia overnight from Sunday into Monday morning.

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December 14, 2025 at 10:02 PM

Reposted by Meteorologist Dantwan Watkins

Met Office - weather and climate

@metoffice.gov.uk

Multiple rain warnings are in place over the coming days ⚠️

Flooding and disruption is likely, so stay #WeatherAware

See all the latest information here 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning

UK rain warnings

West Scotland, Yellow, 12:00 Sat - 23:59 Sun
Southwest Scotland, Yellow, 18:00 Sat - 03:00 Mon
Northern Ireland, Yellow, 00:00 Sun - 06:00 Mon
Northwest England, Yellow, 18:00 Sat - 23:59 Mon
Cumbria, Amber, 06:00 Sun - 18:00 Mon

UK rain warnings

Northeast England, Yellow, 06:00 Mon - 03:00 Tue
Northwest Wales, Yellow, 18:00 Sun - 15:00 Mon
South Wales, Yellow, 00:00 - 23:59 Mon
South Wales, Amber, 03:00 - 21:00 Mon
Southwest England, Yellow, 06:00 - 23:59 Mon

December 14, 2025 at 12:07 PM

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Atlanta News First

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Death investigation underway at DeKalb County townhome community

Officers can be seen at Golden Gate Luxury Townhomes, a gated community off Chatfield Drive in unincorporated Stone Mountain.

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December 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM

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Winter storm storm watch for Charleston,WV

December 12, 2025 at 12:38 PM

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National Weather Service

@nws.noaa.gov

The National Water Center has issued an updated Key Messages for the ongoing Catastrophic flooding impacts this week in Washington. More info: water.noaa.gov #flooding #wawx

Key Messages for Washington Flooding
Catastrophic and life threatening flooding to continue through Friday

Catastrophic Flooding Impacts, Especially Along the Skagit and Snohomish Rivers, to Continue through Friday
Major and/or record river flooding is ongoing, which will bring a significant risk to life and property. Overtopping of levees is likely.

Considerable Flooding Impacts Across the Western Cascade Foothills to the Puget Sound to Continue through Friday
Considerable small stream and moderate-to-major river flooding is ongoing.

Widespread Urban and River Flooding
Urban and minor-to-moderate river flooding is possible through early Friday throughout the remainder of western Washington.

Potential For Landslides
Landslides remain possible in areas of steep terrain within the considerable and catastrophic regions.

For the latest rainfall forecasts, visit www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov

December 11, 2025 at 2:51 PM

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National Weather Service

@nws.noaa.gov

❄️With winter weather ramping up across the country and holiday travel plans right around the corner, always check the forecast and road conditions before hitting the highway!

But in an emergency situation, your vehicle is almost always your best shelter until help arrives. weather.gov/safety

A National Weather Service graphic titled "Stranded in a Snow Storm? Stay in Your Vehicle!" An orange car with its hood open and hazard lights flashing is depicted at the top.

The graphic advises: "Don't risk your life: stay inside, stay visible, and stay warm until help arrives." This text is next to a dark green jeep stranded on a snowy road with its headlights on, in a snowy, wooded environment.

Three key actions are listed with checkmarks:

"Practice carbon monoxide safety (keep your tailpipe clear)"
"Conserve vehicle and phone batteries"
"Signal for help"

A National Weather Service graphic titled "Stranded in a Snow Storm? Practice Carbon Monoxide Safety." An orange car with its hood open and hazard lights flashing is depicted at the top.

The graphic provides three tips for carbon monoxide safety:

An illustration shows a person shoveling snow away from the tailpipe of a red car. The text reads: "Keep your vehicle and the tailpipe clear of snow while the engine runs."
A stopwatch icon is next to the text: "Run the engine only 10 minutes every hour to stay warm."
An illustration of a slightly open car window is next to the text: "Open a window slightly for ventilation."

A National Weather Service graphic titled "Stranded in a Snow Storm? Conserve Batteries." An orange car with its hood open and hazard lights flashing is depicted at the top.

The graphic provides two tips for conserving batteries:

An illustration of a smartphone with a low battery icon is next to the text: "Only use your phone when necessary."
An illustration of a red car is next to the text: "Turn off car lights and radio when engine is off."
The bottom of the graphic shows a dark green jeep on a snowy road at night.

An infographic providing safety tips on how to signal for help if you are Stranded in a Snow Storm?

The graphic is set against a dark, snowy background with an illustration of a car stuck in the snow at the top. The main title is "Signal For Help" with a large orange checkmark icon.

The four instructions are:

Hang a bright colored cloth from the antenna or window (accompanied by an icon of an orange scarf).
Turn on hazard and interior lights occasionally (accompanied by an icon of a red car with its lights on).
Raise the hood when snow stops falling (accompanied by an icon of a red car with its hood up).
Place flares or reflective markers near the car if safe (accompanied by an icon of an orange warning triangle).

December 11, 2025 at 9:05 PM

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National Weather Service

@nws.noaa.gov

Arctic air will bring near record cold temperatures and dangerous wind chills as it moves southward from the Northern High Plains Friday, expanding into the Central Plains and Ohio Valley Saturday, reaching the Mid-South and Mid-Atlantic on Sunday. View WPC's Key messages:

December 11, 2025 at 11:45 PM

Reposted by Meteorologist Dantwan Watkins

National Weather Service

@nws.noaa.gov

Another day of unseasonably cool weather across the eastern third of the U.S. today, while the western two-thirds will see unseasonably warm readings. Warm temperatures push further east by mid-week, while cooler readings return to the west by the weekend. Visit weather.gov for your area weather.

NOAA Weather Prediction Center map showing forecast high temperatures for Tuesday, November 11, 2025. Warm conditions dominate the western and central U.S., with highs in the 70s to 90s. The eastern U.S. is much cooler, with highs mainly in the 30s and 40s.

November 11, 2025 at 12:15 PM

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NWS Atlanta - Bot

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A pleasant week is in store for North and Central GA weather wise🌞 Temperatures will gradually warm through the week with any rainfall holding off until the upcoming weekend. #gawx https://x.com/NWSAtlanta/status/1988218902086910385

November 11, 2025 at 12:19 PM

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NPR

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Kevin Curry, a food influencer and a former SNAP recipient, explains where SNAP recipients can get the most up-to-date information on their benefits, and how anyone can find free or affordable food. n.pr/47Awavd