A windy few days in Maine: Understanding how wind forms
The last couple of days have been very windy across the state of Maine, but you may be asking yourself, "What exactly causes wind?" ...
'Much uncertainty.' Cape, Mass. leaders see political shifts that may slow offshore wind
Some local politicians, like state Rep. Steven Xiarhos, R-Barnstable, also question the current pace of offshore wind development. While Xiarhos supports clean energy, he calls for a more cautious and ...
Weather Works: Necessary ingredients for severe weather
Storms don't just show up out of nowhere: here are the four main weather elements that combine to produce severe weather.
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Marine wind forecast maps (ACCESS model)
Read more about these maps. Please be aware that wind gusts can be 40 percent stronger than the average wind speeds presented here, and stronger still in thunderstorms and squalls.