Increasing energy demand driven by data centers is making grids more vulnerable to winter storms, especially in Texas and the Mid-Atlantic region.

Astronomers and meteorologists measure Earth's seasons differently, which is why their winter start dates are nearly three weeks apart.

It’s hard to believe another winter season is upon us and with that comes another attempt at trying to figure out what Mother Nature

At 1:51 p.m. on Wednesday, the NWS Reno NV issued a winter weather advisory valid from Thursday 7 a.m. until Friday 7 a.m. for Mono County.

Empty pots are also easier to move around, stack, and store. If you aren't going to leave them in place over the winter, they are much lighter without the soil inside. You'll also prevent overwintering pests from making a home in your pots.

What better way to unwind and beat the winter blues than a spa date? Treat yourselves to a couple’s massage, a relaxing sauna steam, and/or some beauty treatments that your dry winter skin will definitely thank you for.

This winter is expected to bring warmer, above average temperatures to the U.S. South and Southwest, including California, as well as most of the East Coast from Florida to Massachusetts, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) seasonal outlook.

Plan Before You Travel: Keep your gas tank at least one-half full. Be Aware of the Weather Listen to forecasts, road reports and storm warnings from Valley News Live. Dress appropriately. Pack extra scarves and mittens. Allow extra time for trips in severe weather. Make Yourself Easy to Find:

A weak La Niña and a wavy jet stream could make mid-winter colder and stormier than recent years in Wisconsin.

Cooler-than-usual temperatures in the Pacific Ocean result in La Niña, which can then affect climate patterns across the globe.

An updated winter storm watch was issued by the NWS San Diego CA on Wednesday at 9:30 p.m. valid from Thursday 10 a.m. until Saturday 10 a.m. for San Bernardino County Mountains and Riverside County Mountains.