At least 18 whales have washed up dead on the U.S. east coast in recent months, prompting concern from a group of mayors in the state of New Jersey who have called for an “immediate moratorium” on offshore wind farms. In a letter to New Jersey congressional lawmakers, the mayors said they stand “united” in their concerns…
‘Unprecedented’ Rise in Whale Deaths Along East Coast Prompts Calls for Moratorium of Offshore Wind Farms
Eastern Canada to See ‘Significant’ Snow and Heavy Winds, Environment Canada Says
Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement and winter storm watch for several areas on the East Coast. The agency says significant snowfall and strong winds are expected in parts of New Brunswick, including the Acadian Peninsula, Kent County, Moncton and the southeastern part of the province. Environment Canada says those areas could see…
Coldest Air of Season so Far Hits US East Coast
The coldest temperatures of the fall 2022 season have descended on parts of the U.S. East Coast and Midwest this week and may deliver snow in some areas. The National Weather Service predicts “heavy snow likely over portions of northern Michigan and the Upper Peninsula” and noted that “moderate to heavy snow is also expected…
North America Container Ship Traffic Jam Tightens, Threatening to Push Inflation Higher
Port congestion in North America worsened in late July compared with a month ago, with traffic having shifted from the West Coast to the East Coast. On July 28, there were 153 ships waiting offshore at various ports across North America, a significant jump from 92 vessels on June 10, according to data by American…
US East Coast Jet Fuel Costs Soar on Shortage Fears
Jet fuel prices are soaring on the U.S. East Coast, home to some of the world’s busiest airports, with buyers anticipating a growing shortage as supply dwindles amid sanctions on Russian energy exports. Following Russia’s Feb. 24 invasion of Ukraine, the United States and allies slapped heavy sanctions on Russian industry, leading to a tightening…
Giant Asian Invasive Spider Likely to Spread Along East Coast: Study
The Joro spider, an invasive arachnid species that is native to eastern Asia and first spread across Georgia in 2013, is expected to “colonize” through most of the East Coast, according to a new study. The good news is that the bright yellow spider, which is about the size of a child’s hand and has blue-black…
Tropical Storm Elsa Soaks NYC as It Races up East Coast
NEW YORK—Fast-moving Tropical Storm Elsa hit the New York City region with heavy rain and high winds Friday, toppling trees and hindering some rail service as it churned its way toward New England. Maximum sustained winds from the storm peaked near 50 mph as it moved past New York City and across the eastern tip…
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