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For 'Reel': Fishermen Catching Huge Tuna Weighing Up To 600 Pounds In NY Harbor For 'Reel': Fishermen Catching Huge Tuna Weighing Up To 600 Pounds In NY Harbor For 'Reel': Fishermen Catching Huge Tuna Weighing Up To 600 Pounds In NY Harbor
For 'Reel': Fishermen Catching Huge Tuna Weighing Up To 600 Pounds In NY Harbor Anglers in the New York Harbor reeled in massive bluefin tuna in recent months, according to new reports.  Bluefin Tuna are the largest fish of the tuna species, and they can reach sizes of up to 13 feet and 2,000 pounds, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration. The fish are found in the western Atlantic, from Newfoundland to the Gulf of Mexico. The New York Post reported that many anglers in the New York City area have been reeling in a significant number of the large trophy fish that weigh between 200 and 600 pounds, and fishermen have been able to catc…

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by Nicole Valinote
White Plains, NY
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Winter 2021-22 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service Winter 2021-22 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service Winter 2021-22 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service
Winter 2021-22 Forecast Released By NOAA National Weather Service The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has just released its outlook for the winter of 2021-22.NOAA's National Weather Service forecasters are predicting cooler-than-average and wetter-than-average conditions in parts of the North with La Niña conditions once again predicted to shape part of the overall weather patterns this winter. For precipitation predictions for the upcoming season, see the first image above. Click here to see the complete NOAA winter outlook report. For a video look at NOAA's winter outlook, click here. Related story - Snow Joke: Get…

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by Joe Lombardi
Hampden-Silver Spring, PA
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NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22 NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22 NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22
NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22 The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has just released its outlook for the winter of 2021-22.NOAA's National Weather Service forecasters are predicting cooler-than-average and wetter-than-average conditions in parts of the North with La Niña conditions once again predicted to shape part of the overall weather patterns this winter. For precipitation predictions for the upcoming season, see the first image above. Click here to see the complete NOAA winter outlook report. For a video look at NOAA's winter outlook, click here. Related story - Snow Joke: Get…

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by Joe Lombardi
White Plains, NY
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NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22 NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22 NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22
NOAA National Weather Service Releases Forecast For Winter 2021-22 The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has just released its outlook for the winter of 2021-22.NOAA's National Weather Service forecasters are predicting cooler-than-average and wetter-than-average conditions in parts of the North with La Niña conditions once again predicted to shape part of the overall weather patterns this winter. For precipitation predictions for the upcoming season, see the first image above. Click here to see the complete NOAA winter outlook report. For a video look at NOAA's winter outlook, click here. Related story - Snow Joke: Get…

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by Joe Lombardi
Hyde Park, NY
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July Was Hottest Month Ever Recorded On Earth, NOAA Says July Was Hottest Month Ever Recorded On Earth, NOAA Says July Was Hottest Month Ever Recorded On Earth, NOAA Says
July Was Hottest Month Ever Recorded On Earth, NOAA Says The world broke a dubious record last month as the Earth’s climate continues heating up. July was the hottest month ever recorded, according to new data released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), causing more concern for those anxious about climate change. The combined land- and ocean-surface temperature around the world was 1.67 degrees Fahrenheit above the average of 60.4 degrees, according to NOAA — making July the hottest month on Earth since record-keeping started 142 years ago. “In this case, first place is the worst place to be,” NOAA Administrator Ri…

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by Zak Failla
Tappan-Blauvelt, NY
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Hurricane Season Will Be Even More Active Than Previously Predicted, NOAA Says Hurricane Season Will Be Even More Active Than Previously Predicted, NOAA Says Hurricane Season Will Be Even More Active Than Previously Predicted, NOAA Says
Hurricane Season Will Be Even More Active Than Previously Predicted, NOAA Says Two months into the 2021 Atlantic Hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is now saying it's going to be even more active than initially predicted. On Wednesday, Aug. 4, NOAA scientists updated their original hurricane season forecast, which was released on Thursday, May 20. NOAA forecasters have updated their Atlantic prediction to 15 to 21 named storms, of which seven to 10 could become hurricanes, including three to five “major” hurricanes. The potential emergence of La Niña, reduced vertical wind shear, weaker tropical Atlantic trade …

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by Joe Lombardi
Torrington, CT
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NOAA Releases 2020-21 Winter Outlook: Here's What It Says About Northeast, Effects Of La Niña NOAA Releases 2020-21 Winter Outlook: Here's What It Says About Northeast, Effects Of La Niña NOAA Releases 2020-21 Winter Outlook: Here's What It Says About Northeast, Effects Of La Niña
NOAA Releases 2020-21 Winter Outlook: Here's What It Says About Northeast, Effects Of La Niña The Northeast could be spared from a harsh winter for the third year in a row, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The potential for another warmer-than-average winter is being driven by the presence of La Niña, an ocean-atmosphere phenomenon stationed in the Pacific Ocean that alters weather patterns worldwide. For the Northeast, La Niña usually results in above-average temperatures and a wetter-than-average winter, but with a lack of big snowstorms or blizzards. NOAA released its outlook for the winter of 2020-21 on Thursday, Oct. …

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by Joe Lombardi
Lakewood, NJ
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Whale Watchers Spot Entangled, Endangered Whale In 'Poor Condition' Off Jersey Shore Coast Whale Watchers Spot Entangled, Endangered Whale In 'Poor Condition' Off Jersey Shore Coast Whale Watchers Spot Entangled, Endangered Whale In 'Poor Condition' Off Jersey Shore Coast
Whale Watchers Spot Entangled, Endangered Whale In 'Poor Condition' Off Jersey Shore Coast A group of whale watchers spotted an endangered whale entangled off the Jersey Shore coast over the weekend. Naturalists aboard the "American Princess" -- a New York-based whale watch -- saw the North Atlantic right whale at around 2 p.m. Sunday, about 2.7 nautical miles east of Sea Bright, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Fisheries said. The whale appears to be in "extremely poor condition" and has large lesions on its body, NOAA Fisheries said. There were two visible lines partially embedded around the whale's head and likely has a more complex entanglement,…

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by Cecilia Levine
Torrington, CT
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2020 Hurricane Season Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, Forecasters Say In New Outlook 2020 Hurricane Season Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, Forecasters Say In New Outlook 2020 Hurricane Season Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, Forecasters Say In New Outlook
2020 Hurricane Season Could Be One Of Most Active Ever, Forecasters Say In New Outlook The 2020 Atlantic hurricane season is racking up storms at record speed. Hurricane turned Tropical Storm Isaias (pronounced "ees-ah-EE-ahs") became the earliest storm to begin with an "I" on record. The previous record was set on Aug. 7, 2005. The first hurricane of the 2020 season, Hannah, became the earliest storm with an "H" name by nearly two weeks. Now, if a newly released revised forecast is accurate, get ready for Josephine, Kyle, Laura and Marco with more to come. (See image above.)  The remainder of the season will be "extremely active," the National Oceanic and Atmospheric …

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by Joe Lombardi
Hartford, CT
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Where To Stay Cool As Heat Index Hits 100 - Hartford Where To Stay Cool As Heat Index Hits 100 - Hartford Where To Stay Cool As Heat Index Hits 100 - Hartford
Where To Stay Cool As Heat Index Hits 100 - Hartford Ahead of today’s predicted over-100-degree heat and humidity, Hartford is opening “cooling” centers throughout the community. The cooling centers, which offer a place to enjoy free, cool air conditioning, will be open noon to 8 p.m. Social distancing will be strictly enforced, according to the Hartford School District. Meteorologists are predicting the heat index value will reach 102, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s weather service. A heat advisory is in effect for much of Connecticut and Massachusetts. There is a higher chance for people to develop an il…

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by Kristin Palpini
Springfield, MA
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Where To Stay Cool Today While Heat Index Is Expected To Reach 100 - Springfield Where To Stay Cool Today While Heat Index Is Expected To Reach 100 - Springfield Where To Stay Cool Today While Heat Index Is Expected To Reach 100 - Springfield
Where To Stay Cool Today While Heat Index Is Expected To Reach 100 - Springfield Ahead of today’s predicted over-100-degree heat and humidity, Springfield is opening “cooling” centers throughout the community. The cooling centers, which offer a place to enjoy free, cool air conditioning, will be open noon to 6 p.m. Meteorologists are predicting the heat index value will reach 102, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s weather service. A heat advisory is in effect for much of Massachusetts and Connecticut. There is a higher chance for people to develop an illness due to heat today. As a precaution, people are advised to drink plenty of fluid…

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by Kristin Palpini
Middletown, NJ
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Body Of Critically Endangered Whale Found Floating Off Jersey Shore Coast Body Of Critically Endangered Whale Found Floating Off Jersey Shore Coast Body Of Critically Endangered Whale Found Floating Off Jersey Shore Coast
Body Of Critically Endangered Whale Found Floating Off Jersey Shore Coast The body of a critically endangered whale species was found floating off the Jersey Shore Thursday, federal authorities said. The carcass of the North Atlantic right whale was spotted by an aerial survey team from the Center for Coastal studies off the coast of Elberon (part of Long Branch), the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said in a statement. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC), Atlantic Marine Conservation Society, and NOAA are working with area resources in the area to secure a necropsy location, officials said. Members of the stranding network are making …

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by Cecilia Levine