Wildflowers aren't blooming due to dry winter conditions
It's Weather Wisdom Wednesday, and we are taking a closer look at Arizona's wildflowers. On the left is what you're used to seeing -- a sea of yellow during a good season. But on the right is what things look like right now on our trails -- not exactly what we like to see by early April! Elisabeth Haugan with Arizona Parks and Trails joined FOX 10 meteorologist Krystal Ortiz to explain why wildflowers aren't blooming in the state right now.
It's Weather Wisdom Wednesday, and we are taking a closer look at Arizona's wildflowers. On the left is what you're used to seeing -- a sea of yellow during a good season. But on the right is what things look like right now on our trails -- not exactly what we like to see by early April! Elisabeth Haugan with Arizona Parks and Trails joined FOX 10 meteorologist Krystal Ortiz to explain why wildflowers aren't blooming in the state right now.
Dolphin in North Carolina dies after ingesting plastic bag
A bottlenose dolphin was found dead in North Carolina, with a necropsy revealing a knotted plastic bag in its stomach as the likely cause of death.
A bottlenose dolphin was found dead in North Carolina, with a necropsy revealing a knotted plastic bag in its stomach as the likely cause of death.
Animal rarely seen off North Carolina coast spotted for first time in 5 years
The animal was far from its usual range, according to marine wildlife experts.
The animal was far from its usual range, according to marine wildlife experts.
Deadly toxic algae bloom causing sea lions to become sick, violent
Toxic algae bloom is wreaking havoc on the Southern California coast, especially in local sea lions, causing seizures, stillbirths, even violence.
Toxic algae bloom is wreaking havoc on the Southern California coast, especially in local sea lions, causing seizures, stillbirths, even violence.
Over 40 bald eagles gather on frozen Wisconsin waters: 'Lake of America'
Residents in Wisconsin observed an astonishing moment when dozens of bald eagles gathered on frozen waters.
Residents in Wisconsin observed an astonishing moment when dozens of bald eagles gathered on frozen waters.
Pollen reaches high to extreme levels across southern US as season reaches full throttle
NOAA’s spring weather outlook predicts a dry, warm season, which will prevent rain from washing away the pollen, further aggravating allergies.
NOAA’s spring weather outlook predicts a dry, warm season, which will prevent rain from washing away the pollen, further aggravating allergies.
Turkey crashes through windshield on Utah highway, injuring driver
A driver in Utah sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a turkey flew through his windshield on Interstate 15, according to the Garland Police Department.
A driver in Utah sustained non-life-threatening injuries after a turkey flew through his windshield on Interstate 15, according to the Garland Police Department.
Watch: Crocodile and alligator battle it out in Everglades National Park
A crocodile and an alligator were seen snapping, biting and hissing at each other in Everglades National Park.
A crocodile and an alligator were seen snapping, biting and hissing at each other in Everglades National Park.
The Western Monarch Butterfly needs help from humans
Experts share with us how we can use milkweed plants, any variety, to attract Monarch Butterflies, which in turn will help grow the declining population.
Experts share with us how we can use milkweed plants, any variety, to attract Monarch Butterflies, which in turn will help grow the declining population.
Video: Dolphins swim near SpaceX's Dragon capsule with Crew-9 inside, moments after splashdown
A very Florida welcome home for NASA and SpaceX's Crew-9. Some curious dolphins seemingly wanted to give a personal “welcome home" to the Crew-9 astronauts, moments after they splashed down off the coast of Florida on Tuesday afternoon.
A very Florida welcome home for NASA and SpaceX's Crew-9. Some curious dolphins seemingly wanted to give a personal “welcome home" to the Crew-9 astronauts, moments after they splashed down off the coast of Florida on Tuesday afternoon.
Watch: Snowboarder outruns avalanche on Mount Washington
Footage from an observatory captures the snowboarder's near encounter with the avalanche in New Hampshire.
Footage from an observatory captures the snowboarder's near encounter with the avalanche in New Hampshire.
Alaska’s Mount Spurr could erupt in weeks, scientists warn
Scientists warn that Alaska’s Mount Spurr is showing signs of increased activity and could erupt in the coming weeks or months. An eruption could lead to widespread ashfall in Anchorage and surrounding areas, potentially disrupting flights at one of the world’s busiest cargo airports.
Scientists warn that Alaska’s Mount Spurr is showing signs of increased activity and could erupt in the coming weeks or months. An eruption could lead to widespread ashfall in Anchorage and surrounding areas, potentially disrupting flights at one of the world’s busiest cargo airports.
Watch: Dolphins catch waves with California surfers, wowing onlookers
Spectacular video shows the moment a pod of dolphins joined a group of surfers off the California coast.
Spectacular video shows the moment a pod of dolphins joined a group of surfers off the California coast.
Billions of buzzing cicadas will emerge across multiple states this spring
The last time this brood of cicadas saw the sun, President George W. Bush was nearing the end of his presidency and Apple was about to launch the App Store.
The last time this brood of cicadas saw the sun, President George W. Bush was nearing the end of his presidency and Apple was about to launch the App Store.
US butterfly populations declining at 'catastrophic' rate—experts warn it's a 'bad sign for us'
A new study finds butterfly populations in the US have dropped 22% since 2000 due to pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change. Scientists warn the decline could have major consequences for ecosystems.
A new study finds butterfly populations in the US have dropped 22% since 2000 due to pesticides, habitat loss, and climate change. Scientists warn the decline could have major consequences for ecosystems.
Burros take a detour in north Phoenix
Some wild burros were taking a little detour on a Valley freeway Tuesday morning. ADOT cameras captured the group of donkeys off Loop 303 and 51st Avenue near the TSMC chip plant.
Some wild burros were taking a little detour on a Valley freeway Tuesday morning. ADOT cameras captured the group of donkeys off Loop 303 and 51st Avenue near the TSMC chip plant.
Liberty Wildlife encouraging people to help AZ wildlife
Liberty Wildlife hosts its second annual El Rio Vio Event to help people understand what they can do to protect the wildlife that uses the 55 miles of the Salt River as an essential resource. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
Liberty Wildlife hosts its second annual El Rio Vio Event to help people understand what they can do to protect the wildlife that uses the 55 miles of the Salt River as an essential resource. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has more.
These cities are most likely to see an explosion in disease-spreading pests: study
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
Ticks, mosquitoes, cockroaches and rodents pose serious health risks, experts say. Here’s where you’re most likely to see pest problems in coming months.
10 years since llamas captured worldwide attention
As the popular saying goes, time flies, and Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 marks the 10-year anniversary of an event many now call "Llama Drama." FOX 10's Marc Martinez has this story.
As the popular saying goes, time flies, and Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025 marks the 10-year anniversary of an event many now call "Llama Drama." FOX 10's Marc Martinez has this story.
Swarm of bees in Surprise attacks man, sending him to the hospital
A man is recovering after he and a group of kids were attacked by a swarm of bees in Surprise near Greenway Road and 180th Avenue.
A man is recovering after he and a group of kids were attacked by a swarm of bees in Surprise near Greenway Road and 180th Avenue.