Rachael Jay

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  • StormTracker Sep 7

    Showers move out, bringing in better weather to end the weekend

    A cold front moved through the state Saturday evening, bringing a brief spell of heavy rain. A second round of rain was possible Saturday night, but skies were expected to clear and bring in better weather. Sunshine is expected to return on Sunday with highs close to 70 degrees.

  • StormTracker Aug 19

    Flash flood threat continues overnight in Connecticut

    A flash flood emergency was issued and remained in place Sunday evening for the risk for catastrophic flooding in Fairfield and New Haven counties. Flooding rains washed out roadways among other issues. Rainfall continues overnight so continue to be mindful of changing conditions and be safe, especially if you have to head out overnight. Over 6 inches of rain has…

  • StormTracker Jul 17

    Severe thunderstorm warning for parts of Connecticut

    A line of strong storms is moving through Connecticut Wednesday evening. The late evening storms briefly posed a severe threat in southern areas of the state. A severe thunderstorm warning is in place for lower Fairfield and southern New Haven counties through 11:15 pm for the risk of strong, damaging winds. More showers and thunderstorms could develop into Wednesday night….

  • StormTracker Jul 4

    Rain possible during fireworks on Fourth of July evening

    Scattered rain remains in the forecast into the evening on the Fourth of July. We may have some areas with rain around fireworks time Thursday evening. Another chance for rain/storms is possible Friday and Saturday. A few more towns may get into the 90s toward the weekend.

  • In this NOAA GOES-East satellite handout image, Hurricane Dorian, now a Cat. 5 storm, tracks towards the Florida coast taken at 13:20Z September 1, 2019 in the Atlantic Ocean.
    Hurricanes May 28

    How to prep for hurricane season in Connecticut

    June 1 marks the beginning of hurricane season in the Atlantic. The season appears to be starting quietly but it likely won’t last long. Forecasters at several U.S. universities and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) are calling for an above-average season for the Atlantic basin. The 2023 season ended in the top five years for named storms, according…

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    Connecticut May 20

    National Safe Boating Week tips

    May 18 to 24, 2024 is National Safe Boating Week. That is fitting as we head into Memorial Day weekend – the unofficial start to summer. Many are looking forward to hitting the waterways, especially with warmer temperatures this week giving a tease of summer. However, water temperatures in mid-to-late-May for Long Island Sound are still only in the 50s….

  • EDMONTON, CANADA – SEPTEMBER 03, 2023:
A view of Edmonton area amid wildfire smoke, on September 03, 2023, in Edmonton, Canada.
Wildfires in western and northern Canada prompted air quality warnings for Edmonton. On a smoky Sunday morning, the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) soared past 10 by noon. Doctors urge vulnerable groups, like seniors, children, and those with lung issues, to limit exposure. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
    Wildfires May 14

    ‘Zombie' fires partially to blame for spring Canadian wildfires

    The 2023 Canadian wildfire season was the most destructive on record. In fact, there were still fires burning on New Year’s Eve. Some fires from 2023 persisted into the new year – those are called “zombie fires.” A zombie fire is one that continues to burn underground, continuing to smolder through the winter, and re-emerges in the spring. Warming temperatures…

  • May 10

    World Lupus Day

    May 10 is World Lupus Day. This is the day to spotlight the autoimmune disease, share stories of those fighting lupus and bring more attention to the condition, which is not widely known about. Alicia Scott, Northeast Development Manager of the Lupus Foundation of America (LFA) details the symptoms that she and other “lupus warriors” deal with: chronic fatigue, fevers,…

  • StormTracker May 1

    Eta Aquariid meteor shower peaks this weekend

    Sky gazers, get ready! The peak of the Eta Aquariid meteor shower comes the first weekend of May. On the night of the 4th into the 5th, up to 50 meteors per hour can be seen under optimal conditions – away from light pollution and after your eyes have adjusted to the darkness. Meteors in this particular shower are produced…

  • StormTracker Apr 24

    Why hurricane season could be busier than normal this year

    Hurricane season will officially begin on June 1 in the Atlantic and May 15 in the eastern Pacific. Looking back, 2023 was a slightly above average season with 20 named storms, seven hurricanes and three major hurricanes. And this year looks like it could be busier, too. A number of universities and other organizations released their Atlantic hurricane season forecasts…

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