Monster storms threaten East and Midwest weather systems
NOAA scientists describe a new class of large thunderstorm systems that can cover vast regions from the Midwest to the Appalachians. These circular storm complexes form when individual storms fuse, move slowly, and often strike after dark. Florida studies show potential for short term rain forecasts, while a major eastern Montana project, CC OPE, aims to improve forecasting and hail suppression.
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Andrew I. Watson
Ronald Holle
NOAA
Office of Weather Research and Modification
Florida
Lake Okeechobee
Montana
Miles City
Soil saver or threat to rights in Wisconsin SB 72 clash
State Sen. Thomas Harnisch faces strong district opposition over Senate Bill 72 a WACD rewrite of soil and water laws. Critics call it a land grab and socialist move while supporters cite mainline backing from agriculture groups DNR UW Extension and lawmakers. Governor vetoed SB 72 from the budget urging public hearings. debate continues as conservationists defend the measure.
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Thomas Harnisch
Wisconsin
Senate
Wisconsin Association of Conservation Districts
Soil and Water Conservation Districts
Sen
Harnisch
WACD
United States
State Agriculture Board
DNR
Uw-Extension
County Boards Association
Conservation Agencies
Joint Finance Committee
Sen. Harnisch
Weather outlook shows showers and cloudy skies midweek
The National Weather Service forecasts a lingering chance of showers through at least Friday. Skies remain mostly cloudy Thursday and Friday, then turn partly cloudy by Saturday with lows in the 50s and highs in the mid to upper 70s.
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National Weather Service
Birds and Outdoors Notes Across Pages 28 to 29
A brief birding and outdoor items roundup spans pages 28 and 29, highlighting spotted birds, local trails, and small gear notices. It compiles brief observations and related tips for readers interested in nature walks and backyard birding.
Australian ship horsemeat scheme tied to Melbourne plant
Australian authorities prepare to charge Hammond Meats with distributing more than 545000 pounds of Profreeze Boning Works horsemeat disguised as beef for the United States. The plant is linked to Profreeze and Hammond Meats in Melbourne. U.S. tests halted further shipments. police seize documents as investigations widen.
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Neville Elkington
Australian Federal Police
Profreeze Boning Works
Melbourne
Hammond Meats Co
Elkington
U.S
Richard V. Hammond
Hammond Meats
USDA
United States
Australia
University of Missouri
Tom Lawin
Country Today
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Washington, D.C
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Missouri
Appalachians
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Boulder
Colo
J. Michael Fritsch
Maddox
Mr. Maddox
National Center For Atmospheric Research
The
Department of the Interior
Cooperative
Arlin B. Super
CCOPE
Interior
Bureau of Reclamation
Earth
National Geographic News Service
David Opitz
Port Washington
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