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Children with special needs are called that for a reason. Their requirements for safe, calm living are in some way different that their typically developing siblings.

Winter storms along the Pacific coasts have uncovered several types of artifacts buried in Oregon including shipwrecks, ghost forrests, canons, and iron deposits.

Winter weather can be brutal on a home that's not ready for freezing temperatures, ice & snow. Prepare ahead of time to avoid costly repairs and dangerous conditions.

The National Weather Service in the United States and Environment Canada both use terms in their forecasts to alert the public to hazardous winter weather.

From the Alberta Clipper to the Chattanooga Choo-Choo and the Pineapple Express, learn how damaging winter storms form across the United States and Canada.

How to prepare a winter survival kit and what to do during a snow storm or freezing rain. Ensure your home and personal safety is not at risk.

Winter storms, or Nor'easters, cause massive amounts of damage and high death tolls. These low pressure storms result from the clashing of cold and warm fronts.

The discount carrier had some storm-related cancellations last week. Problem is, flights are still being canceled five days later. What is the airline doing about it?

Winter storms can come on suddenly and create hazardous conditions. So what should people do when a winter storm is about to hit their area?

Be prepared for the power outage and lack of heat that can follow a severe winter storm. Preparedness means more than having a backup generator and cozy wool blankets.

Experts predict hybrid El Nino Modoki will arrive this winter causing an increase in Atlantic hurricanes resulting in greater potential for hurricane landfall.

Tips and a list of emergency items should you be stranded in your car during a winter storm.

The greatest cold wave in the U.S. occurred in 1899, of which records still stand for minimum temperature recorded. Explore which cities hold the record for snowfall.

Starting January 5th 1998 and lasting for six days, freezing rain caused power outages, extensive property damage, and death.

The blizzard is nature's strongest winter storm. It's effects can paralyze a town or city for days. But how and why do these storms occur, and where are they most common?

Noted as one of the warmest years on record, the year 2007 broke old records for snowfall, rainfall and maximum temperatures, leading into a moderate La Niña in 2008.

Those trekking Morocco will be surprised by a hairpin fissure nestled within the High Atlas Mountains. But what caused this spectacular landscape?

NOAA's Climate Prediction Center in February 2009 unveiled a system that would warn of El Nino and La Nina conditions in a manner similar to how storms are forecasted.

Continuing list of warnings, watches, advisories and statements provided by the National Weather Service for severe weather such as thunderstorms, flooding, snow, storms.

Plant wind-tolerant trees to create shelter for the oceanfront garden. Laurel leaf willow, madrone, and shore pine are good candidates for the waterfront landscape.

Winter weather might trap kids at home, but if you they learn storm readiness and prepare for bad weather, kids can not only survive but be comfortable and safe.

You can cruise the Danube along the border of Romania and Bulgaria, reaching the Danube Delta just south of Ukraine; and then the entire Black Sea is at your fingertips.

Mix the wonderfully cured prosciutto with the fresh taste of scallops in this wonderful appetizer dish. It takes mere minutes to make, but the guests will be thrilled.

Keeping the sidewalk or driveway clear during winter is much easier if homeowners have the right tools. Knowing the options of snow removal equipment can help.

Barbara Stanwyck and company spend Christmas in Connecticut in this amusing little romp

Bring a heavier sleeping bag, a wool cap and neck protector, and googles to shield against strong, cold wind.

The biggest fish in the world feed on very small animal plankton, just as enormous whales survive on krill.

The view from space provides scientists on the ground a good look at snow cover and the weather's effects on land surface features.

Thanksgiving weekend saw the start of the 2007-08 ski season with ski areas opening in Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and California. Several ski resorts also got fresh snow.

Trees and shrubs add structural interest to the winter organic garden. Ensure they survive the season with proper maintenance.

Don't stop caring for your roses, bulbs, and perennials when the first snow flies. They require your occasional presence to ensure a glorious spring performance.

Is snow just snow? Not for the meteorologist, who has various ways to describe the white stuff. Here is a explanation of those meteorological snow terms.

In December, 1776 the British had driven Gen. George Washington and his men out of New York and across New Jersey. Things looked bleak for the Americans.

From Christmas tree toppers to icy queens, Christmas faeries can both enchant and bring freezing storms. Learn about Christmas fairy traditions and famous winter fairies.

A Christmas memories tree decorated with pictures, children's handicrafts, and special ornaments can have a wonderful effect on the people who may be alone at Christmas.

Gourmet pasta and crimini mushrooms in vegetable broth, tomato, and gourmet olive oil base with natural food supplement for extra nutritional value.

Adorn your home with gorgeous bits and pieces of nature that accent your affinity for the outdoors. Natural treasures make simple and deeply satisfying decorations.

During a time when many believed the world to be flat, the journey of Ferdinand Magellan proved the world to be round.

Temperatures and precipitation are predicted to increase because of global warming. This will lead to food shortages, decreased water supplies and severe storms.

What is the best season for traveling to Hawaii, and does it really have the best climate in the United States? When can you catch the sunshine and clear blue skies?

Thanksgiving sacred song "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come" brief history, and profiles of hymn writer Henry Alford and composer George Elvey.

For a peaceful garden retreat that relieves stress and increases property values, a creative garden plan incorporates good tree choices, patio design and more.

Despite the fact that the groundhog saw his shadow on Feb. 2nd, Iowans enjoyed temperatures in the 50s and 60s in mid-February. Will it last through state basketball?

Portal Camp disappeared, wiped out under ice, snow and mud of the slide. Rescuers were thwarted by wind and icy blizzard weather.

Blazing deserts, snow-blocked mountain passes, raging rivers, and early winters are some of the issues long-distance hikers must consider when planning a PCT thru-hike.

In altarpiece "Saint Nicholas of Bari," Fra Angelico (c. 1400-1455), Early Renaisance painter and Dominican brother, portrays two miracles associated with St. Nicholas.

Winter on the Oregon Coast brings storm watching, the annual gray whale migration and the popular Fisher Poets Gathering where fun and fish tales rule.

A progressive dinner party keeps friends in the neighborhood for holiday celebrations. Plan New Year's Eve with neighbors and move house to house for each dinner course.

Receding snows are a welcome site for winter-weary people, but the presence of torn-up lawns, mole hills and snow mold are tangible examples of the work that lies ahead.

T.C. Boyle's "Tooth and Claw" provides a revealing cross-section of his work. The fourteen stories within demonstrate his capacity for the bizarre and enamoring.