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Outdoor Adventures with Chelsea: Finding fossils in creeks

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4 months ago

July 18, 2024

www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-07-18 08:57:35

SUMMARY: Mississippi’s rich history extends millions of years, evidenced by fossils found in local creeks. This week, Outdoor Adventures with Chelsea explores a creek off Highway 45 in Prentiss County, famous for its shark teeth and fossils, indicating the region was once covered by sea. Fossil hunters should wear gloves due to potential hazards such as glass and sharp shark teeth. George Phillips, paleontology curator at the Mississippi Museum of Natural Science, urges adventurers to go with experienced friends due to creek hazards. His favorite discovery was a dinosaur tooth near the Hell Creek Wildlife Management Area. Always respect local wildlife, including venomous snakes.

In many local creeks, you can find different fossils, including prehistoric shark teeth.

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Patrick's Thursday PM Forecast 11/14

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4 hours ago

November 15, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WDAM 7 | The Pine Belt’s Local News Station – 2024-11-15 01:26:30

SUMMARY: The weather in South Mississippi reached the 60s but is now cooling down to the upper 50s. Current temperatures across the region range from 57 to 62 degrees, with colder air moving in from the north. Tonight’s temperatures will drop to the mid-50s, with an overnight low in the upper 40s to mid-40s. Tomorrow will feel like fall, with a high of 68 degrees. A significant cool-down is expected by Friday night, with lows in the mid-40s and even the possibility of frost late next week as temperatures could drop to the 30s. Warmer weather returns over the weekend.

Patrick’s Thursday PM Forecast 11/14

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11/14- Feeling more like fall, but much colder air is in view

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6 hours ago

November 14, 2024

Staff Editor

www.youtube.com – WTOK-TV – 2024-11-14 22:48:07

SUMMARY: In Meridian, the average first frost occurs by late October, and although temperatures dipped into the upper 30s recently, a widespread frost has yet to happen. The average first freeze is around November 7, indicating we are overdue. A cold front is bringing cooler temperatures, with lows expected in the 40s. This weekend will feature average temperatures, but a warm-up begins Monday. Rain is forecast for Tuesday and Wednesday, followed by the potential for the first frost next weekend as colder Canadian air moves in. Additionally, a full supermoon, known as the Beaver Moon, will occur on Friday.

11/14- Feeling more like fall, but much colder air is in view

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RSV can be serious threat to young children and elderly this time of year

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10 hours ago

November 14, 2024

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www.youtube.com – WTVA 9 News – 2024-11-14 18:38:19

SUMMARY: As fall arrives, respiratory viruses like RSV are on the rise, causing concern, especially among vulnerable populations such as young children and the elderly. RSV can present as a mild cold in healthy individuals but may lead to severe symptoms like wheezing and shortness of breath in those at higher risk. While the cause of increased RSV cases varies yearly, vaccinations are available for at-risk groups, including the elderly, those with health conditions, and pregnant women. Preventive measures include handwashing and avoiding sick individuals, as symptoms may linger for 5 to 7 days.

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a big threat this time of year.

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