June 24, 2008 Summer Weather Outlook: Equal Chances Wet or Dry LINCOLN, Neb. — Most of Nebraska has seen above normal precipitation and below normal temperatures this summer, and July forecasts show equal chances of those trends continuing, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln's state climatologist said. MoreJune 23, 2008 Simple Steps Can Prevent Water and Flood Damage in Homes LINCOLN, Neb. — Recent flooding and heavy rains have many Midwesterners cleaning and drying out homes, basements and crawlspaces. However, next time heavy rains hit, the potential for water and flood damage can be reduced, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln housing and environment specialist said. MoreMay 30, 2008 Be Safe When Cleaning Up Storm-Damaged Homes, Businesses LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraskans left with storm-damaged or flooded homes and businesses need to use caution when cleaning up broken glass and the muddy mess, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln specialist said. MoreMarch 7, 2008 Severe Weather Symposium and WeatherFest is March 29 LINCOLN, Neb. — The Central Plains Severe Weather Symposium and WeatherFest will bring four outstanding storm researchers to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln on March 29. MoreMarch 5, 2008 Winter and Spring Will Have Varying Effects on Nebraska LINCOLN, Neb. — Future weather conditions for Nebraska depend on how long this winter's unseasonably cold temperatures remain and the amount of precipitation in the coming spring months, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln state climatologist said. MoreDecember 13, 2007 Use Caution When Caring for Storm-Damaged Trees LINCOLN, Neb. — Recent ice storms have left a trail of tree damage across the Midwest. In Nebraska, southeast Nebraska was hardest hit, a Nebraska Forest Service community forestry program leader said. MoreJuly 16, 2007 Summer's Heat Means Watching Cattle for Heat Stress LINCOLN, Neb. — With temperatures forecast to hit 90 degrees and above this week (week of July 15), cattle producers need to take steps to ward off heat stress in their herds, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln beef specialist said. MoreJuly 5, 2007 UNL Climate Center Would Share Funding Under Appropriations Bill LINCOLN, Neb. — The High Plains Regional Climate Center, headquartered at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, and five other centers around the nation would share in a $5 million appropriation under a recommendation in the 2008 Senate Commerce, Justice and Science Appropriations bill. MoreMay 7, 2007 Be on the Lookout for Mold Damage in Homes LINCOLN, Neb. — Recent heavy rains and flooding across most of the state left many Nebraskans with water-damaged homes and basements. Now it is important to be on the lookout for mold growth, a University of Nebraska-Lincoln housing and environment specialist said. MoreApril 23, 2007 Top Atmospheric Scientist To Address Effects of Climate Change LINCOLN, Neb. — A leading atmospheric scientist will present "The Future of Planet Earth and Its Inhabitants: Our Imperfect Crystal Ball," at 3 p.m. May 3 in the Hardin Hall Auditorium. More |
