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Floods follow Northeast wind, rain storm

This neighborhood in Hartsdale, N.Y., woke up Sunday to significant storm damage.As utility crews across the Northeast pushed through fallen trees and windblown debris to reach downed power lines Sunday, N.J. residents see round two of the storm: major flooding.




Red River rising faster than Fargo expected
North Dakota and Minnesota residents who fought off record flooding a year ago in a frantic one-week sandbagging effort were jolted Sunday by the prospect of doing it over again.

Video: A national look at the next 3 days

Three-day forecast for the entire US, updated each morning and afternoon. (Other)Three-day forecast for the entire US, updated each morning and afternoon. (Other)




Did snowmobilers cause deadly avalanche?

A Royal Canadian Mounted Police officer and his dog board a helicopter Sunday on their way out to the area where a large avalanche struck near Revelstoke, British Columbia.An avalanche that killed at least two people in British Columbia might have been triggered by three reckless snowmobilers, witnesses said Sunday.




Death toll in Kazakhtsan flood rises to 35
The death toll from a flood that destroyed a village in southern Kazakhstan has risen to 35, the country's president said on Saturday.

Tropical Storm Hubert kills 14 in Madagascar
Madagascar's disaster officials say at least 14 people have died and 32,000 have been affected by Tropical Storm Hubert.





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Minimally invasive sports hernia repair may get athletes back in the game faster, study says
A new minimally invasive sports hernia repair gets athletes back in the game 3 times faster than the traditional repair, according to a new study. Sports hernias were often difficult to diagnose and prior to this new repair had a lengthy rehabilitation time.

Bodys anticipation of a meal can be a diabetes risk factor
Alterations in our response to the taste or smell of food may be another culprit responsible for Type 2 diabetes, according to scientists who have identified the specific mechanism in human specimens and in mice.

Pancreatic cancer study reveals mechanism initiating disease, in mice
Scientists have discovered how a mutated gene known as Kras is able to hijack mouse cells damaged by acute pancreatitis, putting them on the path to becoming pancreatic cancer cells.

Inner workings of the inflammatory response to Leishmaniasis
The secret world of inflammation is slowly being revealed by the application of advanced techniques in microscopy, as shown in a new study. Researchers used 2-photon microscopy to identify how killer T lymphocytes behaved when they enter sites of inflammation caused by the parasite Leishmania donovani, and which infected cells they were able to recognize.

Vitamin D and calcium interplay explored
Increasing calcium intake is a common -- yet not always successful -- strategy for reducing bone fractures. But a new study underscores the importance of vitamin D and its ability to help the body utilize calcium. The study also may explain why increasing calcium alone isnt always successful in dealing with this problem.

Scientists glimpse nanobubbles on super non-stick surfaces
Scientists have obtained the first glimpse of minuscule air bubbles that keep water from wetting a super non-stick surface. The research could lead to a new class of non-stick materials for a range of applications, including improved-efficiency power plants, speedier boats and surfaces that are resistant to contamination by germs.

Forest tree species diversity depends on individual variation
Its a paradox thats puzzled scientists for a half-century. Models clearly show that the coexistence of competing species depends on those species responding differently to the availability of resources. Then why do studies comparing competing tree species draw a blank?

Can a single layer of cells control a leafs size?
Little is known about the developmental control of leaf size and shape, and understanding the mechanisms behind this is a major issue in plant biology. New research concludes that communication between adjacent cell layers plays an important role in determining leaf size. Cells in one tissue layer can control the rate of division of cells in another tissue layer, which in turn influences overall leaf size.

Donating kidney does not appear to significantly increase long-term risk of death
An analysis of outcomes for live kidney donors in the US over a 15 year period finds they have similar long-term survival rates compared to healthy individuals who were not kidney donors, according to a new study.

Fishery management practices for beluga sturgeon must change, experts urge
A first-of-its-kind study of a Caspian Sea beluga sturgeon (Huso huso) fishery demonstrates current harvest rates are four to five times higher than those that would sustain population abundance. The studys results suggest that conservation strategies for beluga sturgeon should focus on reducing the overfishing of adults rather than heavily relying upon hatchery supplementation.

Post-snow, Northeast mops up from wind-driven rain

Last month, the Northeast was smothered by blizzards. Now, its waterlogged by torrential rains.



Warm, sunny days should return this week - Williamsport Sun-Gazette

Baltimore Sun (blog)

Warm, sunny days should return this week
Williamsport Sun-Gazette
The wet weather of late could segue into today before giving way to sunny skies and warmer temperatures for most ...
Saturday's Weather ForecastKIDK
Isolated showers tonight, partly sunny weather in Monday's forecastal.com (blog)
Great week to be outdoors, forecasters saySacramento Bee
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Weather makes for a high-flying day at Zilker Kite Fest - Austin American-Statesman

Austin American-Statesman

Weather makes for a high-flying day at Zilker Kite Fest
Austin American-Statesman
Charity McIntosh, 7, nearly gets lost behind her kite. Some festivalgoers with creative kites said they were a challenge to send aloft. ...

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Storm drenches region, causes power outages - Boston Globe

Storm drenches region, causes power outages
Boston Globe
The National Weather Service put most of Massachusetts on a flood watch until further notice, including seaside areas susceptible to coastal flooding. ...

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Record-tying temp Sunday in Brainerd - Brainerd Daily Dispatch

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Record-tying temp Sunday in Brainerd
Brainerd Daily Dispatch
It reached 61 degrees in Brainerd, tying the record high temperature for March 14, set in 1995, according to data from the National Weather Service in ...
Weather service moving up its next flood forecast to MondayIn-Forum
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Weather: Cloudy with scattered showers - The Virginian-Pilot

Weather: Cloudy with scattered showers
The Virginian-Pilot
Unsettled weather continues for the start of the work week as an area of low pressure continues to strengthen off the coast. ...
Chicago area weather forecast for Monday, March 15, 2010Examiner.com
WEATHER: Rain possible this eveningPort Huron Times Herald
Evening weather update: Showers likely through MondayKingston Daily Freeman
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Fiji braces for Cyclone Tomas - Indian Weekender

Stuff.co.nz

Fiji braces for Cyclone Tomas
Indian Weekender
Suva, Fiji: Fiji's capital, Suva was battened down today, as the national weather office forecasts one of the strongest ever tropical cyclone to hit the ...
Cyclone Tomas hits Fiji's northern island of Vanua LevuRadio New Zealand International
Curfew Lifted But Schools Remain Closed As Fiji Prepares For Cyclone TomasBernama
Tomas Nears SuvaFiji Broadcasting Corporation Ltd
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Paralympics: 'Iffy' weather expected to continue several days - Vancouver Sun

Globe and Mail

Paralympics: 'Iffy' weather expected to continue several days
Vancouver Sun
Wet and foggy weather will continue to pose problems for the Paralympic alpine events for several days, ...
Now Paralympics hit by bad weatherPlanetSKI.eu
Alpine schedule rejigged due to weatherCTV.ca
Fog, heavy snow brings chaos to GamesAFP

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Saturday's Weather Forecast - KIDK

Baltimore Sun (blog)

Saturday's Weather Forecast
KIDK
Wednesday will only bring even better weather with clear skies and a high of 54-degrees and a low of 32-degrees. Thursday is when the clouds start rolling ...
Isolated showers tonight, partly sunny weather in Monday's forecastal.com (blog)
Great week to be outdoors, forecasters saySacramento Bee
Rain likely on Sunday morningLouisville Courier-Journal
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Scientists warn of demise of Canadian climate research

Home : Canada : Scientists warn of demise of Canadian climate research Scientists warn of demise of Canadian climate research Selected Comment Im sorry but we have the biggest deficit ever, we need to make cuts somewhere.







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15/03/2010 Chapa Verde Ski Area acquires its first PB300
We want to congratulate Chapa Verde Ski Area, located in the Rancagua region from Chile, for acquiring their first PistenBully model PB300.

15/03/2010 The Municipality of Zapallar, V Region, Acquires a New BeachTech 2000S
This new unit BT 2000S, acquired through the process of a public tender, was already delivered to the Municipality of Zapallar (Chile’s Fifth Region) for its immediate use during the summer season 2009-10.

15/03/2010 Kodiak Northwest Snow-blower for DGAC from Chile
During September 2009, as a result of having won a public tender, Telemet Sudamerica delivered two Kodiak Northwest snowblowers to the Civil Aeronautics Agency of Chile.

15/03/2010 The most cost-effective vehicle in its class!
Its amazing climbing capability, high work rate and extremely comfortable driver’s cab make the Formatic 350 a solid vehicle for slope preparation.

15/03/2010 The first PB100 Arrives to Chile
Telemet Sudamércia S.A. y Cía. Ltda. announces today the arrival of the first PistenBully 100 to Chile for Anglo American Sur, S.A. operations in Santiago, Chile.

15/03/2010 Codelco La Andina and Anglo Disputada Purchase The First 4-PB600 Polar For Chile
Two of the biggest mining operations in Chile have placed an order for four (4) PB600 Polar snowgroomers, "Mining Edition", for their high mountain operations.

15/03/2010 Portillo has acquired the first PB400W in Chile
Portillo Ski area from Santiago, Chile has acquired from Telemet Sudamerica a brand new PistenBully 400W model 2009. This is the first acquisition in its type for Chile.

15/03/2010 New Pisten Bully 400
Technically top of its class. Extremely easy and comfortable to operate. Absolute precision. The PistenBully 400 possesses all the features which are essential for work on the roofs of the world.

15/03/2010 Expansion of the PistenBully family
Snow groomers by the Formatic brand are amongst the pioneers of vehicles designed to operate on snow. The Formatic brand belongs to Kässbohrer Geländefahrzeug AG since 2008.

15/03/2010 New acquisitions of PistenBully's equipment from Chilean Ski Areas
El Colorado, La Parva and Valle Nevado Ski Areas from Santiago - Chile, have acquired from Telemet Sudamerica three new PistenBully models year 2008.

15/03/2010 Valle Nevado continues to expand its fleet acquiring a PB 200 Park Bully model 2008
The Ski Area Valle Nevado from Santiago, Chile, has acquired from Telemet Sudamérica a new PistenBully 200 Park Bully, model 2008.

15/03/2010 Ski La Parva increases its snow-grooming fleet acquiring a PB 200 Park Bully year 2008
La Parva Ski Area from Santiago, Chile, has acquired from Telemet Sudamérica a new PistenBully 200 Park Bully of 2008 edition.

15/03/2010 El Colorado Ski Area Acquires a PB 300W-2008
The Ski Area El Colorado from Santiago, Chile, has acquired from Telemet Sudamerica a new PistenBully 300W of 2008 collection to be delivered for use at this coming winter season 2008.

15/03/2010 Interactive Weather Pages
Make your weather page come alive as your users receive up-to-date weather information through an interactive map.

15/03/2010 Latitude 42° north air assault
On March 1 and 2, 2008 took place the fourth edition of "Latitude 42 North Air Assault" organized by Telemet, Inc. at his partner’s facilities Hunter Mountain Ski Bowl.

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15/03/2010 Valle Nevado Acquires a
PB 300W-2007, for immediate delivery
Valle Nevado Ski Area from Santiago, Chile has bought from Top Service by Telemet a new Pisten Bully 300 W, year 2007, with immediate delivery to be used this winter season.

15/03/2010 A better way to control Dust and Odor
Dust Boss: The leader in dust control solutions for the demolition & construction industries.

15/03/2010 Hosted Weather Solution®
A tool that allows you to provide to your visitors the most up-to-date weather information, graphics and videos without having to worry about maintain your weather segment.

15/03/2010 Digital Signage
AccuWeather® by Telemet, Inc. delivers the best-looking weather graphics and the most accurate weather data to digital signage companies to enhance the value of their presentation.