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Horrific Oklahoma Tornado Captured in Several Raw Videos

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 13:21:38 +0000

The country continues to pray for and help the people devastated by the massive tornado that touched down in Oklahoma on Monday, killing dozens.

Oklahoma Tornado Tragedy – Rockers Offer Condolences via Twitter

Loudwire Staff — Tue, 21 May 2013 11:00:46 +0000

Today (May 20), disaster hit Oklahoma, as a two-mile wide tornado left devastating damage, killing more than 50 people in its path. The deadly twister, which hit speeds up to 200 miles per hour, struck in the suburbs of Oklahoma City, and tragically a number of young children are among the deceased as an area elementary school in Moore, Okla., was destroyed.

How You Can Help Victims of the Tornado in Oklahoma

Chris Kissel — Mon, 20 May 2013 23:38:51 +0000

A huge tornado touched down just outside of Oklahoma City earlier today, causing widespread destruction and leaving behind a yet-untold number of casualties. To see how you can help those affected, see the list below. This list will continue to be updated. The Oklahoma City Red Cross You can donate to the Oklahoma City Red Cross now. [...]

Massive Tornado Destroys Area Near Oklahoma City; At Least 51 Killed [UPDATED]

Chris Chaberski — Mon, 20 May 2013 21:17:01 +0000

An enormous tornado with a debris cloud two miles wide tore through the metropolitan area just south of Oklahoma City on Monday afternoon.

UPDATE 9:28 p.m. EST: At least 51 people were killed in the storm, including seven children from Plaza Towers Elementary School in Moore, according to KFOR in Oklahoma City. The news station reported that 75 student and staff were inside the school when the storm struck. Officials said Monday night that the search of the rubble remaining of the school had turned to a recovery mission.

Terrifying 'Ice Tsunami' Slowly Consumes Backyard, Houses in Minnesota

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:45:02 +0000

Yikes. It’s like in a horror movie when the deadly fog gradually creeps closer and closer, gobbling up all living things in its path. Except it’s made of ice. In the startling, nearly seven-minute video shot on Saturday by Darla Johnson, ice atop Mille Lacs Lake in Minnesota makes its way off the surface of [...]

Watch Lightning Strike at Couple's Beach Wedding

GuySpeed Editors — Sun, 05 May 2013 14:13:52 +0000

Was it a bad omen or a free light show? Whatever the cause, the couple in this video probably started having second thoughts when a big bolt of lightning struck right behind them during their beach side wedding in the Florida Keys. The strike came hard and fast and freaked everyone out. We’re surprised the [...]

The Top 10 Most Tornado-Prone Cities

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 01 May 2013 11:06:24 +0000

Tornado season is starting in many parts of the country. Is your town or city at risk? This year’s list may come as a surprise to some, with areas in the Deep South dominating the top of the list, as opposed to cities in the Great Plains and Midwest. Those two regions are more likely [...]

March Is the Best Time to Uh, Come In Like a Lion

Mike Adams — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 19:00:28 +0000

Regardless of whether you get it on in a filthy bathroom stall or a five-star hotel room, there isn’t really a bad place to have sex, as far as we’re concerned. However, a new study suggests that the month of March may actually be the best time of the year to do the deed. An [...]

Norwegian TV News Report Mishap-Your Stupid Video of the Day

Adam West — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 19:50:01 +0000

Here is a reporter on TV in Norway doing his report, which I can only guess, is about the ice and snow. Maybe it’s about the hazards of parking cars on the ice. Honestly, I’m not sure. One thing I can understand is his reaction at the end of the video. You Tube

Watch an Amazing Time-Lapse Video of the 2013 Nemo Blizzard

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 13:30:34 +0000

You know all of that snow sitting outside your window that’s turning into an icy mess as the days progress? Want to watch how it got there? Oh, good! Recently posted on YouTube, this time-lapse video was shot in Connecticut during the blizzard that hit the East Coast this past weekend. Linked to the video [...]

Will Blizzard in Northeast Cause Any Sporting Events to Be Canceled?

Drew Weisholtz — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 22:24:07 +0000

The blizzard wreaking havoc throughout the Northeast may cause some trouble in the sports world. The Boston Bruins will host the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday, which should go off without a hitch, since the Lightning are already in Beantown. However, the real trouble may take place after the game, when the Bruins have to [...]

8 Groundhog Day Memes From Punxsutawney Phil

Stephanie McMaster — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 14:55:22 +0000

Everyone’s favorite day involving a rodent is FINALLY HERE. But what will his prediction hold? More winter? More spring? We’re waiting with baited breath! While we wait anxiously for Phil’s verdict, here’s some Groundhog Day memes to pass the time. [button href="http://929jackfm.com/12-groundhog-day-memes-from-punxsutawney-phil/" title="See More Memes on 92.9 Jack FM"] Source: 8 Groundhog Day Memes From [...]

Nasty Weather Wreaking Havoc All Over the Country

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 14:46:10 +0000

A particularly harsh, and large, spate of weather has been pummeling much of the Eastern half of the country, with recent incidents affecting residents as far north as Wisconsin and Michigan and all the way down to Georgia and Alabama, even stretching westward into Texas.

10 Unusual Winter Activities You Might Not Know About

Carl Pettit — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 19:07:31 +0000

This winter, when the snow is piled high outside your doorway, or in the mountains nearby, you could head out into the cold and build a snowman or have an epic snowball fight. Those are some time-honored winter traditions, yet when the temperature drops, thereâ€™s so much more you can do. Ingenious (or perhaps crazy) [...]

Oh, for Pete's Sake, Just Use the Bigger One!

Adam West — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 19:40:06 +0000

I grew up in an are that gets a lot of snow, so I can definitely relate to what these guys have to deal with in the winter time. Thank God we don't have to worry about it here in south Texas. Of course, back in my day, all we had was a snow shovel to use. A plow would have been great, but this little "baby" plow isn't much help.

'Weather Godzilla' Spotted Over New England

Emerald Catron — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 23:37:41 +0000

Look closely. That weather pattern looks kind of like Godzilla, no? The folks at Fun 107 think so, and are calling it “Weather Godzilla.” “But does it have a novelty Twitter account?,” you may be asking. Why yes. Yes it does. Weather Godzilla already came and went without doing significant damage, but follow @WeatherGodzilla to [...]

New Polish Ice Toilet Guaranteed to Ruin Your Day

Mike Adams — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:15:45 +0000

Anyone who has ever used the public transportation system in America knows that sometimes the conditions can be less than favorable for providing a comfortable, odor-free travel experience. However, sitting next to a crowd of people that smell like an old, musty jockstrap is nothing compared to riding on a train where there is absolutely no heat and the farthouse walls are covered with snow.

10 Funny and Uplifting Hurricane Sandy Songs

Amanda Ferris — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:48:49 +0000

Although New York and New Jersey were dealt a striking blow thanks to "Frankenstorm" Sandy, one of the best ways to entertain yourself while the power's out and to find solace in this horrible natural disaster is through the use of music. Occasionally, many of these videos will be funny too, because with events like these, you need to bring a smile to peoples' faces. So sit back and enjoy the creativity that has sprung out of Hurricane Sandy's rampage up the East Coast.

Hurricane Sandy Photos – The Amazing Moments You Have to See

Emerald Catron — Tue, 06 Nov 2012 12:23:49 +0000

As predicted, Hurricane Sandy created one crazy night. Millions without power, explosions, flooding and at least 18 people dead. Don't let your braggedy friends on Facebook convince you this wasn't a big deal. It was crazy. Here are some pics to sum up what happened. Feel free to share your photos in the comments.

Hurricane Sandy Damages Rock And Roll Hall of Fame

Dave Lifton — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 15:11:18 +0000

We've all been glued to our television sets with great concern as we watch the reports of the devastation caused by Hurricane Sandy. The massive size of the "superstorm" has caused its effects to be felt beyond the East Coast and as far west as Cleveland, where the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame has suffered damage as a result.