Under perfect conditions, up to 120 meteors per hour could shoot across the night sky this Saturday and Sunday when the Geminids reach their peak.

Also, veterinarian Dr. Jennifer Coates writes for The Spruce Pets that not all dogs need winter jackets, but many do. Dogs that benefit the most include small breeds, puppies, senior dogs, and pets with health conditions. Short-haired breeds or any dog in the miniature category may also need an extra layer when temperatures drop.

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For the second time in two years, one of the driest places on Earth has a lake following the wettest November since record-keeping began in 1911.

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While the Rockies are behind, parts of the Midwest and New England are seeing a blockbuster snow season.

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Chicago, Detroit, Des Moines, Iowa, and even Richmond, Virginia, have picked up accumulating snow so far this year--but when will it be New York City's, Philadelphia's and Boston's turn? The clock may be ticking down.

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A pair of atmospheric rivers will unleash many inches of rain and trigger major flooding in parts of western Washington and Oregon through the middle of this week. More storms will follow past the middle of December.

Also, more Arctic air is building over northern Canada and will be directed into the United States, courtesy of the polar vortex. How long will the cold waves last? Will it stay cold through Christmas?

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Successive storms early this week and beyond will trigger flooding, landslides and high winds in the mountains, with impacts that may cascade into regional air and highway travel through the busy holiday period.

More Arctic air is building over northern Canada and will be directed into the United States, courtesy of the polar vortex. How long will the cold waves last? Will it stay cold through Christmas?

AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures plunged to 73 below zero atop New Hampshire’s tallest mountain Thursday night as a storm roared through the Northeast.

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The best chance of seeing snow on Christmas morning remains in the mountains and northern United States, but here are the most likely big cities that could see snow on Dec. 25.

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Proven ways to keep your Christmas tree fresh

•Hydrate consistently: Never let the stand run dry
•Avoid heat sources: Keep tree away from fireplaces, vents or radiators. Warm air dries the tree out quickly.
•Lower room temperature: Slightly cooler indoor air helps slow needle drop.
•Use LED lights: They emit less heat than incandescent lights, which helps the tree retain moisture.

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A late-November cold snap sent temperatures in Minneapolis so low that, for a short time, it was actually colder than Mars, according to readings from NASA’s Curiosity rover.

Mason County technical rescue teams were able to reach the driver hanging about 100 feet off the ground after he lost control and went over the edge of an overpass during snow and icy conditions.

Dangerous snow squalls will sweep from the Great Lakes region to the Northeast states into Thursday evening, raising the risk of multiple vehicle accidents due to rapidly deteriorating conditions on the highways.

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A shifting polar vortex will allow multiple rounds of Arctic air to invade the central and eastern United States through the first half of December. The cold waves will be accompanied by opportunities for accumulating snow.

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