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Is Interstate 70 through Colorado Open?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

I-70 through Glenwood Canyon is now open following the Flash Flood Warning, according to the Colorado Department of Transportation. The organization says no new mudslides were detected and lanes are safe to open.Travel Update: I-70 through Glenwood Canyon is open. I-70 Fruita Horizon Drive I-70 Palisade 50 Whitewater 50 Delta 550 Ouray Is i-70 from […]

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Do Cayman Islands have Caimans?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

That is where the island gets its name from – Caimans are a specific kind from here. Wait, they have indigenous reptiles – curly tailed lizard iguanas – but also crocs and sea turtles on and around the island!? Cowabunga! As is known, hurricane season comes every year to the Caribbean. Are there caimans in […]

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What time does it get dark in Costa Rica in December?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

San Jose, Costa Rica — Sunrise, Sunset, and Daylength, December 2021 Current Time: Nov 28, 2021 at 6:21:18 pm Sun Distance: 91.692 million mi Next Solstice: Dec 21, 2021 9:59 am (Dec. Solst.) Sunrise Today: 5:36 am↑ 112° Southeast Sunset Today: 5:12 pm↑ 248° West What time does it get dark in Costa Rica in […]

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Did Orange Beach Alabama get hit by Hurricane Ida?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Orange Beach, AL (WPMI) — The Seawall Park at Perdido Pass in Orange Beach was on track for major improvements, but then came Hurricane Ida and it’s tropical storm winds and surge.It was Hurricane Sally that caused considerable damage to the boardwalk and infrastructure at the park. Did Hurricane Ida damage Orange Beach Alabama? Gulf […]

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How long has Tucson been in a drought?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

It’s been a long time coming. “We’ve been in a drought on the Colorado River for 20 years,” said Tucson Water Interim Director John Kmiec. “We started seeing major declines in the late 2000s.” How long has AZ been in a drought? Drought in Arizona from 2000–Present Since 2000, the longest duration of drought (D1–D4) […]

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Is Glasgow safe for students?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Generally speaking, Glasgow is a safe, welcoming and friendly city. However, as with any city, there can be dangers, so you should stay mindful of these to ensure your time studying in Glasgow is trouble free. Is Glasgow good for students? According to new rankings, Glasgow was ranked 34th in a list of the best […]

Filed Under: Europe Tagged With: Glasgow, Scotland

Which is the richest religion in India?

December 14, 2021 by Sadie Daniel

Christians. Christians. Christianity is the country’s wealthiest faith. Which is the richest caste in India? Upper caste Hindus are the richest community in India owning 41% of total assets: Study. A recent wealth distribution survey revealed that just 22% of upper caste hindus own almost 41% of the total wealth in India. According to the […]

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How long did slavery last in Georgia?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

The colony of the Province of Georgia under James Oglethorpe banned slavery in 1735, the only one of the thirteen colonies to have done so. However, it was legalized by royal decree in 1751, in part due to George Whitefield’s support for the institution of slavery. How many slaves did Georgia have? By 1800 the […]

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What is considered rude in Canada?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

Rude gestures – raising your middle finger is rude in Canada like the UK. Talking about sex, politics and religion – these are taboo topics and should be avoided with strangers. These are considered private topics by Canadians and should not be brought up. What can you not say to a Canadian? 11 things you […]

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Where does it not snow in Texas?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

South Central Texas, East Texas, and the Gulf Coast receive minimal or no snowfall at all. Does it never snow in Texas? Snow is a rare occurrence due to the lack of humidity in winter, and the summers are for the most part hot and dry, but at times can be humid when winds come […]

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Is Fort Myers a nice part of Florida?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Best known for its beautiful beaches, scenic views, amazing fishing, and world-class shopping, Fort Myers is a nice place to live. If you are moving to Florida, Fort Myers is one of the best cities in the state due to its affordable cost of living and low crime rate. Is Fort Myers Florida a nice […]

Filed Under: United States Tagged With: Florida, Fort Myers

Did Hurricane Katrina affect Alabama?

December 14, 2021 by Bo Lang

Hurricane Katrina was the fifth recent storm to hit Alabama, and Alabama suffered widespread, moderate-to-heavy damage caused by hurricane-force winds, flooding by a storm tide of 14–18 feet, and tornadoes. What was the worst hurricane to hit Alabama? September 9–14, 1979: Hurricane Frederic was the strongest Atlantic hurricane ever to make landfall in Alabama. 130 […]

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What is the coldest wind chill ever recorded in Missouri?

December 14, 2021 by Trevor Zboncak

According to the Missouri Climate Center at the University of Missouri, the all-time lowest temperature recorded in the state was 40 below zero on Feb. 13, 1905 in Warsaw. What is the coldest it’s ever been in Missouri? Coldest temperature ever recorded for Missouri: -40° in Warsaw. 1911: November 11. What is the coldest temperature […]

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Is Singapore a nice country?

December 14, 2021 by Shelia Campbell

Singapore has been ranked as the top city in Asia in terms of quality of living according to global human resource consultancy, Mercer. Singapore is also regarded as the ‘Happiest country in South-east Asia‘ according to the 2018 World Happiness Report . Is Singapore a good country? We are a safe country Singapore is widely […]

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Are Texas summers hot?

December 14, 2021 by Bridget Gibson

Texas summers can be brutal. High temperatures can reach the 100s for days, and humidity can make the heat index feel even worse. But summers aren’t terrible in all Texas cities. Some areas of the Lone Star State have cooler summers than others — albeit not by much. Why are Texas summers so hot? The […]

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