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Heavy rain threatens flooding

Over the past week, Lawrence has seen more than four inches of rain. The National Weather Service has issued many flood warnings for the area. Floods account for the most deaths among weather phenomenon.
April 29, 2009

Local relief for Gustav

Kansas National Guard troops are headed to the hurricane battered gulf coast states to assist in relief efforts
September 02, 2008

Storm causes power loss

An early-morning storm swept through Douglas County Friday with hurricane-force winds that damaged many buildings and trees. No injuries were reported.
May 02, 2008

Spring brings area allergies

With blooming flowers in the area, springtime allergies have once again left KU students sniffling and sneezing.
April 24, 2008

Lawrence plans for flood

Recent flooding across the Midwest has caused a wave of destruction. Governor Sebelius has urged Kansans to take precautions, but the City of Lawrence already has a plan in place.
March 24, 2008

Snow damage adds up

A winter storm that knocked out power to thousands of Kansans last December caused an estimated $381 million worth of damage.
March 06, 2008

Another snow cancels class

Classes were cancelled Thursday at KU's Lawrence and Edwards campus after a winter storm brought snow and ice to the area.
February 21, 2008

Tornadoes ravage the South

A series of deadly tornadoes ripped across several states in the South this past Tuesday and Wednesday.
February 07, 2008

Winter storm buries campus

The University of Kansas has cancelled classes for Tuesday, February 6th, 2008, due to inclement weather.
February 06, 2008

Winter-proof your vehicle

With winter well on its way, it is a good idea to not only prepare your wardrobe for the cold and snow ahead, but your vehicle as well.
November 27, 2007

Floodwater levels falling

Though flood warnings have ended for much of Douglas County, many rural areas remain closed and impassable. The Kansas River also remains above flood level.
May 08, 2007

Weather causes flooding

While areas of Kansas have been hit with tornadoes, Lawrence is dealing with excess flooding.
May 07, 2007

Tornado rating scale revised

The National Weather Service creates a new tornado scale, which includes 28 new destruction indicators to rate the severity of tornados more accurately.
February 12, 2007

Weather doesnt slow campus

Severe weather blanketed the Lawrence area Wednesday into Thursday, but classes were still in session for some students.
November 30, 2006

City clearing ice on streets

Fifteen trucks will work throughout the night to clear ice from streets in Lawrence.
November 29, 2006

Melt that ice

Keep your driveway, walkways and sidewalks from becoming an ice skating rink by purchasing some ice melt.
November 29, 2006

Katrina's impact still felt one year later

On Katrina's anniversary, students and professors with ties to the city are taking time to reflect on the devastation, as well as ongoing cleanup efforts.
August 29, 2006

Students file claims after storm

After Sunday night's hail storm, property damage has risen and so have the insurance claims.
April 26, 2006

Power outage leaves KU computer users unable to logon

Sunday's weather caused more than just hail damage. Information Technology employees believe Sunday's power outage is the cause of recent network issues on campus. Some KU computer users were still unable to logon to the KU network on Tuesday.
April 25, 2006

Hail damages cars, building on campus

Bad weather struck Lawrence again. This time, it was hail that damaged cars and buildings on campus and across town. Hail, some of it almost as big as a baseball, hit Lawrence around 10 p.m. Sunday night.
April 24, 2006

President declares Douglas county disaster area

Due to the damage caused by the March 12 microburst, the president issued a disaster declaration for Douglas county. KU campus withstood more than four million dollars in damages.
April 14, 2006

Weather raises renters insurance awareness

Students can prepare for bad weather like March's microburst by purchasing renter's insurance.
April 12, 2006

Safety first for homeowners during the springtime

The warm tempatures and sunny skies entice many homeowners to do work outdoors. But spring weather can give burglars the upperhand.
April 11, 2006

Spring is in full bloom

Springtime brings beautiful flowers and KU's groundcrews work hard to keep campus looking good.
April 11, 2006

Chapel closed until August

Danforth Chapel will remain closed until August. Will couples be able to reschedule?
March 29, 2006

Lawrence still repairing damage after microburst

Two weeks after Lawrence was hit by a microburst, businesses are still repairing damage to windows and signs.
March 29, 2006

Springtime brings allergies

Along with warmer weather and blooming flowers, spring often brings many allergies. What exactly causes these allergies and what helps minimize allergy symptoms?
March 28, 2006

Extreme drought raises concerns in Kansas

Farmers are powerless when it comes to the weather, but drought in Kansas has farmers eyeing the sky. In response, Governor Sebelius convened the state's Drought Response team today to assess the situation.
March 17, 2006

Residents relocate because of storm

Tenants of Berkley Flats have been relocated because of Sunday's microburst. Repairs are expected to begin after a permit is issued.
March 16, 2006

No federal aid for Lawrence

Lawrence residents won't be getting federal aid following Sunday's violent weather.
March 15, 2006

Clean up continues around Lawrence

Electrical crews worked for hours trying to repair traffic lights around Lawrence after the storm that blew through the city on Sunday. Classes were cancelled at KU, as local residents and clean-up crews continued to work Monday to clean up the mess.
March 13, 2006

KU campus littered with red roof shards

Snow Hall's red roof, along with several other buildings, has extensive damage. Administrators canceled classes and blocked acccess to campus so workers could clean up along Jayhawk Boulevard.
March 13, 2006

Downtown Lawrence still open for business

Some local business owners worried the storm damage could hurt sales, but most stores were open for business as usual on Monday.
March 13, 2006

Hot weather

This week's record temperatures are encouraging Lawrence residents to get outdoors.
February 28, 2006

Weather raises global warming concerns

The trend of increasing global temperature has both scientists and politicians worried about the future effects on our planet.
February 08, 2006

Groundhogs have differing forecasts

Six more weeks of winter? That depends on which groundhog you trust to predict the weather.
February 02, 2006

Warm weather makes Kansas history

Students enjoyed January's record-setting weather by spending time outdoors.
February 01, 2006

KU students struggle to make it to campus

It may be a snow day for the Lawrence public schools, but the University of Kansas stuck it out until the bitter end.
December 08, 2005

Weather presents dangers

With the threat of ice and snow in the upcoming weeks, the University is preparing precautions to make sure students remain safe while walking to class.
December 06, 2005

Gas company to assist customers with utility costs

This winter Lawrence gas company Aquila predicts their customer's gas bills will rise 50 percent. But the company is trying to ease customers' pain.
December 01, 2005

How to winterize a car

As temperatures continue to drop, the need to winterize cars continue to rise. Here are a few tips for motorists as winter approaches.
November 30, 2005

Travel agents suggest insurance for holiday trips

Next week, the busy holiday travel season begins. Travel agents suggest protecting passengers' possessions.
November 17, 2005

KU prepares for winter weather

After a few hours of flurries Tuesday, University of Kansas officials are preparing for whatever Mother Nature throws their way this coming winter.
November 16, 2005

Outdoor shelters and restrooms shut down

The Lawrence Parks and Recreation Department has closed outdoor shelters and restrooms for maintenance purposes and also to avoid the freezing of water in pipes. This also includes the two dog parks in the city.
November 15, 2005

Clocks and fire batteries to be changed this weekend

When resetting clocks this weekend, residents should make another, potentally life-saving, change.
October 27, 2005

Lawrence schools prepare for increase in heating costs

The increase in natural gas caused by the recent hurricanes affects local schools and the cost of their heating.
October 24, 2005

Campus apartments need repairs

The Jayhawker Towers provide homes for many types students. Athletes, graduate students and international students all share the same address. But that is not the only thing they share.
October 20, 2005

Deer accidents on the rise

Fall brings extra traffic to Lawrence for basketball season, but it also creates traffic hazards during deer mating season.
October 20, 2005

Student organization calls off trip to Miami

The predictions concerning Hurricane Wilma forced a group of KU students to miss a Miami conference.
October 20, 2005

Farming family has pigs 'washed away'

A Jefferson County family had 250 piglets drown in last week's flash flood of Walnut Creek. The deaths could cost the family more than $12,000 in revenue.
October 11, 2005

Charities see decline in donations

While donations have poured into the relief efforts of Hurricane Katrina, other charities are working hard to make ends meet with decreasing funds. These organizations believe the contributions they receive will increase in the next few months.
October 11, 2005

KU fears budget shortfall and colder classrooms

The cold weather has students bundling up outside. But the rise in natural gas and propane costs could bring the chill indoors.
October 06, 2005

Flood clean-up begins

Residents of northeast Kansas began cleaning up after weekend flooding.
October 03, 2005

9-11 chairman: U.S. unprepared for disasters

Thomas Kean, the chairman of the 9-11 commission, spoke at Baker University Tuesday. The former New Jersey governor said that if his commission&apos;s suggestions had been put into effect, the United States would have been more prepared for the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina.
September 27, 2005

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