July 2025: We surely have wildfires up and down the West Coast. A storm in the Deep South may affect Florida and Louisiana in the upcoming week. Florida getting its storm. The last week in July New Orleans may be in the line of danger. Meanwhile, poor air quality is ongoing in both Southern and Northern California. Yes, a major quake rumbled AK July 16. I didn't address quakes in other countries, but Japan is on alert with hundreds of earthquakes --and the oarfish are acting out as people are on edge. I say 75% a major plus shaker could happen during Mercury Retrograde until August 10.
As I predicted for 2024... West Coast Earthquakes, Strange twisters, Southeast Hurricanes and Mega Blackouts to Northern Lights and Northeast Flooding! And now, for 2025 the year of The Snake--look forward to transformation, renewal--some good some bad. Most of all, be prepared mind, body, and spirit.
It’s here! The New Year promises political changes and Earth moves. Looking ahead to 2025, there will be Earth changes and human-caused disasters. Activities such as urbanization, deforestation, and industrial processes will contribute to environment woes and may lead to more frequent natural disasters.
Astrologically speaking, periods such as Mercury Retrograde—there are three this year—come linked with communication disruptions to mega blackouts. Also, events like Full Moons and New Moons can influence human behavior and environmental conditions.
So, the combo of wildfires, increasing earthquakes, potential surprise disasters (such as oil spills to quakes on hidden faults), may create chaos and challenges for the nation. But there is an upside: environmental management, disaster preparedness, and looking at scientific data can help provide you with peace of mind even though you can’t control Old Man Winter and Mother Nature.
WEATHER WATCH
· West Coast: The NOAA forecast for the West Coast in 2025 shows a higher change of above-average snowfall in the Sierra Nevada region. Blame it on La Nina (Pacific Ocean cooler temperature anomaly) which triggers more precipitation during winter months. The Farmer’s Almanac supports this outlook, predicting a snowy winter for the West Coast… Caveat: Snowfall forecasts for the winter 2025 suggest that while higher elevations will see above-average snowfall due to La Nina (Pacific Ocean cooler temperature anomaly), lower elevations around Reno-Tahoe are projected to experience below-average precipitation and potentially drier conditions. This controversy arises from warmer temperatures that can lead to more rain and less snow at these altitudes, particularly during critical storm events.
· South: For the Southern United States, forecasts suggest a mix of normal to slightly above-average temperatures with potential for drought in some regions. The NOAA claims some regions may experience below-average rainfall, with dry spells.
· Northeast: The Northeast is projected to have a colder-then-average winter with increased odds of snowstorms. Both NOAA and the Farmer’s Almanac show that this region may see snowfall events throughout the winter months.
· Midwest: In the Midwest, forecasts predict a variable winter with periods of cold and snow and milder weather. The potential for severe weather such as ice storms are noted by both forecasting agencies.
SHOCKING SHAKERS
· The West Coast was on rock and roll during the latter part of 2024. In December, an offshore Northern California 7.0 with a tsunami warning happened; a strong and shallow 5.8 temblor hit Yerington, Nevada and was felt in the sierras, Sacramento to the SF Bay Area; and tremors hit Southern California throughout the year. *An orange tabby named Gatsby sensed the imminent shaker days before it rumbled through South Lake Tahoe. The real story is shared in Time-Traveling Tabby.
· The San Andreas Fault Zone continues to be linked to northern California earthquakes and is overdue for the Big One. A 7.5 or greater is likely to happen in 2025. Regions likely to be the epicenter include Offshore Northern California, San Francisco Bay Area, and Southern California.
· Northeast quakes despite being smaller magnitudes than the West Coast are often felt more and farther. UPDATE: 10,000 PEOPLE REPORTED MILD QUAKE IN NY AUGUST 2. Expect at least two noteworthy shakers…
· …And the New Madrid Zone may be hit by a strong jolt with aftershocks that’ll rattle nerves and make international news. Ditto with the Southern states, not excluding Texas or Oklahoma.
HURRICANES, TWISTERS, OH MY!
HURRICANES: Superstorms (including blackouts) will happen and in the Gulf States like they did in 2024. While that year Texas and the Carolinas were ground zero, in 2025 Mississippi, Louisiana, and Florida are in the line of destruction. UPDATE 8-5--INDEED FL IS IN THE LINE OF DESTRUCTION...ON THIS DAY I'M GOING TO INCLUDE HI FOR SOME REASON NOW-SEPT.
· TWISTERS: will come with hurricanes in these regions but also the Midwest and even the West Coast; it got its first tornado alert ever on Friday the 13th, December 2024. On the 14th in the afternoon, Scotts Valley, Northern California was struck by a twister like a disaster film.
· WILDFIRES: up and down the West Coast will continue to wreak havoc on people, pets, infrastructure, and the environment. Not only do the flames threaten lives but the poor air quality will become more of a reality. Staying indoors to using air purifiers will become even more common for health’s sake.
ON THE FRINGE
Yes, more solar events (solar flares to solar storms) like in 2024 will happen and come with the Northern Lights in unlikely states. But remember, these light shows come with blackouts, communication disruptions, and delays in flights and road travel causing inconvenience to woes depending on the severity of the happening.
As the United States faces unpredictable political changes and discord, Earth changes will encourage people to work together to survive severe weather and earthmoving events. Political parties will be a moot point (like it is on a small island in Alaska where people band together during shake-ups to maintain shelter and forage food). It will be survival and helping your neighbors first—unifying us to be one. The end results? We will be a happier, healthier and safer nation.
SHAKING IT UP
While the West Coast (Hawaii, Alaska, California, and Nevada) is more apt to experience tremors (UPDATE: 7-19, HI-7.5), the New Madrid Zone, East Coast, and even the South are not immune to shaking. As fracking will be continued around the nation, it’s time to prepare. UPDATE: 8.8 AND TSUNAMI RUSSIA...JAPAN/AK/HI/CA TSUNAMI WARNINGS...7-29. *YES, GATSBY WENT TO THE HALL CLOSET LAST NIGHT. VERY CLINGY... Here’s a checklist:
Before the Shake: Get Ready!
ü Sign up for earthquake alerts on your phone: (Watch your cat or dog’s odd behavior, too! —so you’ll know when a quake may be coming.)
ü Make an Emergency Kit: Prepare a health-focused ER kit with water, non-perishable snacks, first aid supplies, and any med you may need for you and your pet.
ü Do Pet Prep: Keep your pets’ essentials handy—food, water, cat crate, dog leash, and comfort items. Animals (like my cat) can often sense changes in the environment, so let them have a safe space.
During the Quake: Stay Safe!
ü Drop, Cover, Hold On: When the shaking starts, drop to your hands and knees to prevent falling down or being in harm’s way with glass or heavy furniture. Cover your head and neck under sturdy furniture if available or use your arms to protect yourself.
ü Think Pet Safety: If you have pets with you, keep them close and reassure them with a soothing voice.
ü Chill Out: Don’t log onto your computer during the tremor, wait until the shaking stops and you are safe.
After the Tremor: Check-In!
ü Explore Your Surroundings: Once the temblor is over (remember, aftershocks can and do occur), check for injuries (to yourself and others) and ensure it’s safe to move around.
ü Hydrate & Nourish: Drink water (calms the nerves) and eat something light (if you feel queasy like I did) to maintain energy levels after the stress of an earthquake.
ü Tune In Mental Health Matters: Talk about what happened with friends or family; sharing experiences can help reduce anxiety.
By following these health tips before, during, and after an earthquake, you’ll be better prepared to handle tremors. (Find out more about earthquake preparedness and animals sensing oncoming earthquakes in The Man Who Predicts Earthquakes, by Cal Orey, published by Sentient.)
CAL OREY, M.A., is a bestselling author-novelist specializing in topics such as adventure, health, romance, and science. She holds a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree in English (Creative Writing) from San Francisco State University. Her books include the popular Healing Powers series, and Courage with Paws. (Book 2) Time-Traveling Tabby, and a thrilling co-authored sci-fi series--The Ghost Ships (Book 1) to be released this winter. She is a South Lake Tahoe local. Her website is www.calorey.com
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