Tracking the UV has become a trend among some young adults — namely members of Gen Z, who are looking for optimal sun exposure. The UV index is a daily forecast that measures the intensity of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. The numbers range from 1, the lowest exposure, to 11+, which indicates extreme...
A female hiker died on Sunday on a trail near near Quail Creek State Park in southern Utah, according to local reports. The woman, 56, who was not identified in the report, had sent out a distress call regarding lack of water and high temperatures, but by the time police arrived, she was unresponsive and...
Summer can mean splashing around, having fun in the sun, hosting backyard cookouts and enjoying lots of quality family time. But with the season comes its own set of safety concerns that go beyond bug bites and sunburns. About 25% of all ER visits happen in summertime, with bicycle injuries, drownings and sun-related injuries topping...
A series of recent eagle attacks has left Alaskans confused as to why the majestic birds are going after people. In Kodiak, Alaska, eagles have struck at least three locals who then required stitches, according to a Facebook post shared by officials with the City of Kodiak Port & Harbors Department. The incidents took place...
Florida’s most popular freshwater game fish has a new name. The largemouth bass, commonly found in Florida’s waterways, is now known as the Florida bass, according to a July 17 news release from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). Its name change comes after a recent study by Yale University that “used advanced...
If you plan to log more miles this year,it’s best to prepare. You may be working towards a personal best, or maybe you are eyeing your first long race. Whatever the goal, having the right accessory can help you achieve it. We’ve selected 15 accessories to help you go farther and get faster. Running hats...
A big pup is safe after being rescued from Saddle Mountain in Oregon with injured paws. Officials with Cannon Beach Rural Fire Protection District shared the successful rescue along with photos in a Facebook post. The 160-pound Great Pyrenees was brought to the bottom of the mountain and placed on a stretcher. EIGHT PUPPIES ABANDONED...
Police in North Carolina are warning locals to steer clear of female alligators during this time of year. Officials with the Sunset Beach Police Department took to Facebook to post a PSA about suspected alligator nests. “Nearly all alligators become sexually mature by the time they reach approximately 7 feet in length, although females can...
New York’s record for largest longnose gar caught has been broken. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Interim Commissioner Sean Mahar announced in a July 12 press release that Chuck Zimmerman of Hilton, Monroe County, broke the record for the largest longnose gar caught in the state. The previous record was set in...
New Mexico, often called the Land of Enchantment, is a stunning vacation destination, celebrated for its diverse landscapes and Native American, Spanish and Anglo-American cultural influences. Before European colonization, the region was shaped by the traditions of Hispanic and Native American people. Today, the state’s compelling history is a main attraction for visitors often awestruck...
