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No, it didn’t rain worms in China
Environment
Blackbird flock in Mexico streets in viral video isn't unusual
Social media users falsely claimed a viral video of a massive blackbird flock roosting in a city was a sign of an impending “environmental crisis.”
Environment
There’s no federal law against people collecting rainwater
State rules differ on whether people can collect rainwater, but there is no federal law banning the practice.
Weather
What is an atmospheric river? 5 Fast Facts about the weather system
VERIFY is answering five top questions about atmospheric rivers, including how they’re defined and rated on a scale of 1 to 5.
Environment
Misrepresented data used to falsely 'prove' polar bears thriving
For more than a decade, people have falsely claimed polar bears are “thriving,” using an “increasing population” as proof. We explain the real status of polar bears.
Extreme Weather
Video claiming to show Buffalo Walmart looting during blizzard is over two years old
A viral video claims to show a Buffalo Walmart being looted, but it wasn’t taken amid the deadly winter storm this year.
Weather
Video claiming to show Buffalo Walmart looting during blizzard is over two years old
A viral video claims to show a Buffalo Walmart being looted, but it wasn’t taken amid the deadly winter storm this year.
Extreme Weather
Verifying 5 claims about cold weather and homes
Should you use a ceiling fan in the winter? How about dripping your faucet? VERIFY gives you tips to prepare your home for extreme cold.
Health
Shoveling snow can increase heart attack risk, especially for those with certain conditions
Snow shoveling can put strain on anyone’s heart, but people with health conditions or those who don’t exercise regularly are especially at risk of a heart attack.
Weather
Verifying what you shouldn’t do when removing snow from your car
Each winter, people in snowy climates deal with digging out their cars. Here is what you shouldn’t do when trying to remove snow from your ride.
Extreme Weather
Yes, warming up your car before driving in cold weather can damage the engine
Warming up your gas car in the winter can damage your engine's pistons and cylinders. It can also decrease your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and hurt the environment.
Fast Facts
What’s a bomb cyclone? 5 Fast Facts about the winter storm
VERIFY is answering five top questions about bomb cyclones, including how the storms form and why they differ from hurricanes.
Environment
Blackbird flock in Mexico streets in viral video isn't unusual
Social media users falsely claimed a viral video of a massive blackbird flock roosting in a city was a sign of an impending “environmental crisis.”
Environment
There’s no federal law against people collecting rainwater
State rules differ on whether people can collect rainwater, but there is no federal law banning the practice.
Weather
What is an atmospheric river? 5 Fast Facts about the weather system
VERIFY is answering five top questions about atmospheric rivers, including how they’re defined and rated on a scale of 1 to 5.
Environment
Misrepresented data used to falsely 'prove' polar bears thriving
For more than a decade, people have falsely claimed polar bears are “thriving,” using an “increasing population” as proof. We explain the real status of polar bears.
Extreme Weather
Video claiming to show Buffalo Walmart looting during blizzard is over two years old
A viral video claims to show a Buffalo Walmart being looted, but it wasn’t taken amid the deadly winter storm this year.
Weather
Video claiming to show Buffalo Walmart looting during blizzard is over two years old
A viral video claims to show a Buffalo Walmart being looted, but it wasn’t taken amid the deadly winter storm this year.
Extreme Weather
Verifying 5 claims about cold weather and homes
Should you use a ceiling fan in the winter? How about dripping your faucet? VERIFY gives you tips to prepare your home for extreme cold.
Health
Shoveling snow can increase heart attack risk, especially for those with certain conditions
Snow shoveling can put strain on anyone’s heart, but people with health conditions or those who don’t exercise regularly are especially at risk of a heart attack.
Weather
Verifying what you shouldn’t do when removing snow from your car
Each winter, people in snowy climates deal with digging out their cars. Here is what you shouldn’t do when trying to remove snow from your ride.
Extreme Weather
Yes, warming up your car before driving in cold weather can damage the engine
Warming up your gas car in the winter can damage your engine's pistons and cylinders. It can also decrease your vehicle’s fuel efficiency and hurt the environment.
Fast Facts
What’s a bomb cyclone? 5 Fast Facts about the winter storm
VERIFY is answering five top questions about bomb cyclones, including how the storms form and why they differ from hurricanes.
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