News from the South - Tennessee News Feed
Evening Weather (9/15): A few showers possible Sunday afternoon under a mostly clear sky
SUMMARY: Sunday was a beautiful day with clouds parting to reveal blue skies by evening. Temperatures reached a high of 87°F, slightly above normal but cooler than Saturday. Good dew points kept it comfortable. September 17 will feature a nearly full Harvest Moon, expected to rise at 7:36 PM. A potential tropical cyclone is spinning offshore of the Carolinas, possibly developing into a tropical storm before landfall. Forecasts suggest it may bring scattered showers and cloud cover mid-week, with rain chances peaking on Tuesday. Overall, temperatures will remain in the middle 80s as fall begins next Sunday.
Although spotty showers are possible each day through Tuesday, most will remain dry with high temps topping out in the middle to lower 80s.
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Man's identity uncovered years after remains initially found
SUMMARY: Genetic research has enabled police to identify human remains found in January 2018 in a makeshift shelter along I-24. The skeletal remains, along with a sleeping bag and clothing, were linked to 65-year-old Steven Allen Yance, a Vermont man who had been living at the site and lost contact with his family years earlier. A bone sample led to his identification. Investigators state that no foul play is suspected in his death.
Genetic research has helped Nashville police identify remains found on I-24.
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Harvest Moon in TN: What you need to know
SUMMARY: Tonight features an extra rare Harvest Moon, which is also a super moon, appearing about 14% larger than usual and 30% larger than the smallest moon. Adding to its uniqueness, the moon will undergo a partial lunar eclipse starting at 7:41 PM, peaking at 9:44 PM, where about 8% of the moon will appear red as it moves through Earth’s penumbra. Weather conditions may affect visibility, with clouds currently over eastern Tennessee and clearer skies expected in the west. As the eclipse continues, the cloud cover is predicted to decrease, providing a better view later in the night.
Tuesday night is when the Harvest Moon peaks in brightness. This year’s full moon in September is extra special because it will be a supermoon with a partial lunar eclipse.
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10Weather Impact Recap (Sept. 17): Hurricane Francine, west coast wildfires and East TN drought
SUMMARY: Meteorologist Cassie N provided a weather recap of recent events. Hurricane Francine made landfall in Louisiana as a category 2 hurricane, causing significant damage and power outages for over 250,000 customers. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries. Meanwhile, Southern California faced severe wildfires, burning over 100,000 acres and prompting evacuations. Despite recent cooling temperatures aiding firefighting efforts, several fires remain active. In East Tennessee, a moderate drought presents fire risks, while early fall foliage is seen due to dry conditions. In the Carolinas, heavy rains caused flash flooding, rendering roadways impassable. The weather is expected to remain warm and dry as fall begins.
Here’s this week‘s biggest weather stories from across East Tennessee and the U.S.
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