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CodeRed Weather Warning System Available in Abilene

Chaz — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:24:01 +0000

The recent severe weather that has come through our area, not to mention the devastating tornadoes in Oklahoma, reminds us that it's always a good idea to be prepared. One way that will help you when severe weather strikes, is by signing up for alerts using the CodeRed weather warning system, available now in Abilene.

Chaz Gives Some Tornado Facts and Tips [VIDEO]

Chaz — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:00:03 +0000

Spring is typically the time of year when we see tornadoes in our area. Here are some facts and tips that anybody living in ‘Tornado Alley’ should be aware of. Tornadoes are one of the most beautiful things that nature has ever thrown at us – it’s also one of the most destructive and deadliest. [...]

Aftermath of Oklahoma Tornado in Photos

Stephanie McMaster — Tue, 21 May 2013 02:53:54 +0000

A massive tornado touched down just south of Oklahoma City on Monday, killing dozens.

At least seven of those killed were students at Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore. The twister, which measured 2 miles at one point, has been given a preliminary classification of an EF-4 tornado (winds of 166 to 200 mph), according to weather officials.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Tornadoes, Huge Hail Batter Midwest, Plains States; More to Come

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 19:49:57 +0000

On Sunday, at least 25 tornadoes pummeled states across the Midwest and Great Plains. At least two people died in the storms. Even more harsh weather, and not just tornadoes, is set to hit much of the rest of the country on Monday. Five states—Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, Oklahoma and Kansas—have been placed on “tornado watch” [...]

TV Crew in Kansas Forced to Take Shelter During Live Tornado Coverage [VIDEO]

Chaz — Mon, 20 May 2013 18:31:35 +0000

Whether it's TV or radio, all of us in the media biz have a responsibility to report what is going on in the news, especially when severe weather threatens. But, when a tornado is about to hammer down on the station, sometimes you just got to go. Watch as KSN-TV were covering a tornado, and had to take cover themselves. Special thanks to Jeff Evans of our sister station, 96X in Tyler, for posting this video.

Ways You Can Help Those Affected by the Tornadoes That Ripped Through North Texas

Chaz — Thu, 16 May 2013 17:01:56 +0000

Wednesday, May 15th, several tornadoes tore through North Texas which killed 6 people, injured several, and left many without a home. Here are some ways you can help out those affected by these devastating storms.

The Top 10 Most Tornado-Prone Cities

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:06:24 +0000

Tornado season is starting in many parts of the country. Is your town or city at risk? This year’s list may come as a surprise to some, with areas in the Deep South dominating the top of the list, as opposed to cities in the Great Plains and Midwest. Those two regions are more likely [...]

Brutal Storms Rip Through South and Midwest, Killing 3; Now Headed East

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 17:22:43 +0000

A very strong spring storm dumped ice and snow throughout the Midwest on Thursday, and tornadoes tore through much of the South. The storm is now heading for the East Coast. Three people were killed during these events, many more were injured, and the property damage is extensive. The full breadth of the harsh weather [...]

Tornado Doesn't Stop Couple from Getting Married in Kansas [VIDEO]

Chaz — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 15:26:45 +0000

Most people probably know by now, that I love tornadoes. So it shouldn't be a surprise that this time each year (Spring), I'm checking out the weather constantly and searching for the latest and greatest tornado videos on YouTube or other sites. Well, while cruising through YouTube, I found this video of this couple in Kansas who got married while a tornado was spinning just miles away.

Chaz Explains Why Tornado Season in West Texas is His Favorite Time of the Year

Chaz — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 16:33:20 +0000

Recently, my co-worker, Shay revealed why Spring is her favorite time of the year. While she listed some good reasons, I have a different reason why Spring is my favorite time of the year – it’s tornado season! It’s no real secret that I’m a huge weather buff, especially when it comes to thunderstorms and [...]

American Red Cross Releases New 'Tornado App' for Mobile Devices

Shay Hill — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 21:58:35 +0000

Living in West Texas can be a bit scary when it comes to tornado season. Tornado's often strike in the middle of the night while we sleep or with little to no warning. The American Red Cross has just released a new Tornado App that will provide much needed information if you ever have reason to need it.

Falling Meteor Rocks Russia, Causing Injuries to 500 People

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 12:55:53 +0000

It may have looked like a scene out of a sci-fi movie, but a meteor racing across the sky in Russia had people scared out of their wits Friday morning. The meteor, which was spotted over the Ural Mountains, caused as series of explosions and was responsible for injuring more than 500 people, several of [...]

This Giant Asteroid Is Barely Going to Miss Earth on Friday

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 20:33:42 +0000

Seventeen-thousand miles might not sound particularly close at first listen, but when it comes to a gigantic rock the size of half a football field, it’s a bit scarier. On Friday, an asteroid labeled 2012 DA14 will pass by Earth at a distance of about 17,150 miles. This is the closest that an asteroid of [...]

Watch an Amazing Time-Lapse Video of the 2013 Nemo Blizzard

Kyle Dowling — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 18:00:34 +0000

You know all of that snow sitting outside your window that’s turning into an icy mess as the days progress? Want to watch how it got there? Oh, good! Recently posted on YouTube, this time-lapse video was shot in Connecticut during the blizzard that hit the East Coast this past weekend. Linked to the video [...]

Montana TV Station Gets Hacked With Zombie Warning

Kyle Dowling — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 17:37:07 +0000

Yep, this happened. During what we can only assume was a mesmerizing episode of the 'Steve Wilkos Show,' an Emergency Alert System interrupted a Montana television station with a message claiming that "the bodies of the dead are rising from their graves and attacking the living." Meaning? Yes, a zombie attack was underway.

Will Blizzard in Northeast Cause Any Sporting Events to Be Canceled?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 20:24:07 +0000

The blizzard wreaking havoc throughout the Northeast may cause some trouble in the sports world. The Boston Bruins will host the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday, which should go off without a hitch, since the Lightning are already in Beantown. However, the real trouble may take place after the game, when the Bruins have to [...]

Crysis 3 Trailer Features Prophets and Muses

John Llewellyn Martin — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 23:22:29 +0000

We truly can't get enough of these Crysis 3 trailers. Each new one is even better than the last and serves to get us even more pumped for the game's release. This latest trailer combines the awesome action we've come to expect from Crysis and sets it to the amazing alt-rock sounds of the English band, Muse.

Punxsutawney Phil Does Not See Shadow; Predicts Early Spring

Joe Hyer — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 15:43:47 +0000

Spring will arrive early this year, according to America’s most famous groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil. Phil did not see his shadow when he emerged from his home in Gobblers Knob, Pa. early Saturday morning. Legend has it that if the groundhog sees his shadow on Feb. 2 winter will last six more weeks. If he doesn’t [...]

Rapping Weatherman Stages Epic Mother Nature Vs. Old Man Winter Rap Battle

Emerald Catron — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:48:12 +0000

You can cross two internet hits off your list with this one short video. The rapping weatherman is back, and this time he's tipping his hat to Epic Rap Battles. He's decided to make a rap battle of his own -- Mother Nature vs. O