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Environment
Yes, summer weather conditions do affect the timing of fall leaf colors
Gas Prices
Yes, there’s a difference between different brands of gas
Each gas brand uses its own blend of additives that distinguishes its fuel from other brands. These additives can affect the quality of the gas.
Science
It’s impossible to predict exactly when and where an earthquake will strike
Contrary to a social media account’s claims, scientists say they can’t predict earthquakes now and some believe it may never be possible.
Environment
No, it is not possible to predict earthquakes
It’s impossible to make earthquake predictions, like people on social media claim, but scientists can estimate the probability of one hitting a certain area in the f
National
No, these videos were not taken during Burning Man
Heavy rains caused thousands to be trapped at Nevada’s Burning Man. While footage has shown unsettling conditions, these three videos aren’t from the festival.
Health
No, the CDC didn’t issue an advisory about an Ebola outbreak at Burning Man
After thousands were stranded at Nevada’s Burning Man festival because of rain, people online claimed the CDC warned people about an Ebola outbreak. That's false.
Extreme Weather
Viral videos of waterspout, oil tanker in rough seas are not from Hurricane Idalia
Videos purporting to show Hurricane Idalia's impact were filmed months before the Category 3 storm made landfall on Aug. 30.
Extreme Weather
Opening doors, windows during a hurricane increases risk of damage
Opening your windows and doors during a hurricane allows wind to more easily enter your home and lift the roof off your house.
Wildfires
Yes, photos of Lahaina ‘miracle house’ that survived fire are real
VERIFY readers wondered whether pictures showing a single red-roofed home seemingly untouched among the rubble in Maui were real.
Travel
No, you should not top off your gas
Topping off your gas tank after the pump stops – even just once – can damage your car.
Wildfires
Celebrity homes were not selectively 'spared' from Maui wildfires
Oprah, Bezos and Obama homes were not in the path of the fires, despite viral claims hinting at a conspiracy.
Extreme Weather
Yes, the viral images of Dodger Stadium following Tropical Storm Hilary are real
Dodger Stadium did not flood. Aerial video that appears to show the stadium parking lot underwater is an illusion.
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