Today's Country - 107.7 WGNA » weather

Sunshine Puts People In A Better Mood – Sunshine On My Shoulders Makes Me Happy

Kevin Richards — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:54:43 +0000

Over the last few days we’ve been blessed with some ‘perfect’ weather in the upstate New York area. With temperatures in the mid to upper 70′s, a blue clear sky and abundant sunshine, it’s no wonder everyone seems to be in a great mood. Is it just coincidence, or are people really in a better [...]

Brutal Storms Rip Through South and Midwest, Killing 3; Now Headed East

Chris Chaberski — Sun, 14 Apr 2013 12:22:43 +0000

A very strong spring storm dumped ice and snow throughout the Midwest on Thursday, and tornadoes tore through much of the South. The storm is now heading for the East Coast. Three people were killed during these events, many more were injured, and the property damage is extensive. The full breadth of the harsh weather [...]

More Snow Before Spring – Winter Storm Warning Issued

Kevin Richards — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 13:31:07 +0000

While many of us were hoping that the last winter storm was on March 7 and 8, 2013, it looks like we’re going to get hit one more time before Spring! The clocks have gone ahead, ice fishing is officially over, and people have stopped submitting their creative snow sculptures. Spring arrives on Wednesday, March [...]

Five Things To Look Forward To When Spring Begins

"Brother" Lou Roberts — Sun, 17 Mar 2013 00:45:34 +0000

The first day of spring is Wednesday, March 20, 2013. Most of us people from the Albany area are looking forward to a change in the weather, although it may be a little bit longer before the weather actually starts to remain on the warm side. Here are a few of the things that I’m [...]

Last Winter Storm For Albany Area In 2013? [POLL]

Kevin Richards — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 16:55:12 +0000

As we dig out from another significant winter snowfall and prepare to ‘Spring Forward’ this weekend, we’d like to know if you think this will be the final storm of the 2012/2013 winter season. Here’s your turn to play groundhog or meteorologist for the day. In a few weeks we’ll check back and see who [...]

Maybe The Groundhog Was Right After All

Jake Thomas — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:01:59 +0000

Puxatawney Phil who usually predicts six more weeks of Winter year after year actually shocked the world when he called for an early Spring this year. Shortly after he made that prediction we got popped with 2 pretty decent snow storms. Everyone was cursing Phil under their breath and saying “that woodchuck can’t predict anything!”. [...]

We Found Nemo! [MEME]

Bryen — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 20:59:36 +0000

While we aren’t fans of naming winter storms, we also find the choice of Nemo for a storm to be almost as silly as naming them in the first place. Like most of the internet, we decided to have some fun with this and created our own meme – especially after we found Nemo. Have [...]

Albany School Closings and Weather Information

Bryen — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 03:23:32 +0000

Have you heard we're getting a storm? We haven't had much winter in the past two years so any storm delivering any amount of snowfall gets people all excited. We're expecting a pretty big storm though and many schools decided to close ahead of the storm. Our list of closings is continually updated as is our real time weather.

How Much Snow Will The Albany Area Get? [POLL]

Kevin Richards — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:27:43 +0000

A major winter storm is ready to pound the Northeast. A blizzard watch is actually posted for Eastern New England with predictions of 8-14 inches expected for the Albany area on February 8, 2013. Do you think it’s all hype or do you think we are really going to get hit? Here’s your chance to [...]

Hey Weather Channel: Stop Naming Winter Storms – It's Stupid

Bryen — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 15:36:37 +0000

Using the word stupid isn’t always polite and should be reserved for special occasions and The Weather Channel trying to name winter storms is a perfect example of when to use the word stupid. I understand why they’re doing it – it’s a gimmick to get people to tune in to their cable channel and check out their web [...]

Tips For Protecting Dogs and Cats From The Cold

Kevin Richards — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:02:59 +0000

Temperatures are in the single digits and we want to be sure that dogs and cats are protected from the cold. If you see a pet outside for too long, please be their voice and keep them safe and alive during these dangerously low conditions. If you see an animal left outside in the cold, [...]

First Winter Storm Of 2012/2013 Season – Steve Caporizzo's Update

Kevin Richards — Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:24:18 +0000

As everyone prepares for the First Winter Storm of the 2012/2013 season, Steve Caporizzo has provided some more updates for Wednesday, December 26, 2012. From Steve Caporizzo’s Facebook page: UPDATED WEATHER BRIEF….based on the new data that has come in…heading into work shortly…… WEATHER BRIEF 11:30am WARNINGS Winter Storm Warnings are in effect from 7pm [...]

Photos of NYC + East Coast at Night Before and After Sandy

Bryen — Thu, 01 Nov 2012 20:12:18 +0000

Check out these before and after shots of the eastern seaboard before and after Hurricane Sandy. What these maps show are the lights of cities and it’s just so shocking to see how many places are without electricity. These photos were Tweeted by NASA today and taken in cooperation with NOAA. The top photo is from before [...]

Nationwide Animated Wind Map

Bryen — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 18:36:33 +0000

The entire northeast is getting plenty of high winds due to Sandy. We found a site that shows a ‘live’ charting via animation of all the wind blowing in the continental United States. It’s shocking to see what a large mass of air the pressure inside Sandy is commanding – and just how widespread it is. [button [...]

Hurricane Sandy Photos – The Amazing Moments You Have to See

Emerald Catron — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 15:25:48 +0000

As predicted, Hurricane Sandy created one crazy night. Millions without power, explosions, flooding and at least 18 people dead. Don't let your braggedy friends on Facebook convince you this wasn't a big deal. It was crazy. Here are some pics to sum up what happened. Feel free to share your photos in the comments.

The Latest Update on Sandy for the Albany Area

Bryen — Tue, 30 Oct 2012 03:00:19 +0000

We’re going to keep you updated every time there is a change in information or new information about Sandy as she approaches the Albany area. Please keep checking back and refreshing the page to display the latest information. [UPDATED 10/19 @11PM] The lastest forecast calls for one more blast of high winds tonight in the [...]

Bridge Closing Information During Sandy

Bryen — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 19:31:05 +0000

Gov Cuomo has just announced that the Tappan Zee Bridge near New York City will close at 4PM today (10/29) due to the high winds associated with Sandy. If you're wondering about any possible bridge closings in the Albany area, New York State has a twitter account setup that will display information about bridges across the state. If you don't have Twitter, you can follow along here:

Sandy to Bring More Wind Than Irene + Less Water

Bryen — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 02:47:48 +0000

For Albany area residents there is a touch of a silver lining with Sandy as the National Weather Service in Albany has stated that we should see more wind rather than rain when Sandy hits late Monday and early Tuesday. Irene dumped around six inches of rain on the area but Sandy is expected to only bring between one and two inches.

List of Albany Area + Capital Region Shelters for Sandy

Bryen — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 02:24:57 +0000

With Sandy headed toward the Albany area, the Red Cross will be opening eleven shelters throughout the Albany area starting Monday, October 29, 2012. We have the list of shelters that has been announced thus far and some instructions for those seeking shelter. Red Cross Albany Area shelters:* Albany county – 12 p.m. 10/29/12 Rock [...]

Track Hurricane Sandy in Real Time

Bryen — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:13:07 +0000

Wondering where Sandy is? For some folks they only need to look out the window to find her. If you’re looking for some maps and up to the minute information, we have several resources for you to find that information. The Weather Channel has the best real-time tracking page we’ve ever seen, and we’ll be [...]