Severe Weather: Forecast Timing, Threats

A broad area from the eastern Great Lakes to the Southern Plains could see severe storms that produce wind damage, hail and a few tornadoes. Flash flooding is a big concern in the Southern Plains.
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Why Supercell Thunderstorms Spawn Tornadoes

Supercells are the mightiest of the thunderstorms. They can roll for hours while maintaining tornadoes and damaging hail. Here's what you should know.
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Rice Could Become Toxic: Here's Why

Scientists have discovered that warming temperatures coupled with higher carbon dioxide levels will greatly increase the amount of arsenic in rice, one of the most consumed foods in the world. This could increase cancer and other disease risks. Watch this video to see how this is happening.
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Big Dust Devil Tears Through Wedding Party, Injuring Guests

This was definitely worse than rain on your wedding day. Watch as a massive dust devil whips right through an outdoor wedding in western India, causing chaos and dozens of injuries.
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Prolonged Droughts Threaten Water Supply, Farming

Aridification now impacts about 40% of Earth’s land surface, and it is having a huge impact on farming and the world’s water availability, according to a new study. This long-term drying is making farming increasingly difficult, resulting in farmers having to make some tough decisions. Watch to see how scientists are urging world leaders to take action.
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