2.10.26

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Howard Kleiman introduces today's forecast with a high of 62 and rain late, setting the stage for Louisville's weather.

This episode is a reading of the Louisville Courier-Journal newspaper for February 10, 2026, produced by Louisville Public Media. The host and reader is Howard Kleiman, presenting the news for listeners who are blind or have print disabilities. The service is called Radio Eye, a dedicated reading service. The episode begins with a detailed five-day weather forecast for Louisville provided by WHAS. It specifies a high of 62 degrees with mostly cloudy skies for the current day, followed by rain late and a low of 32. The forecast continues with highs of 46, 42, 45, and 46 degrees for the subsequent days, noting conditions like "rather cloudy and cooler" and "mainly cloudy and chilly." It mentions a chance of rain on Saturday and an early chance on Sunday. The reading then presents a weather almanac comparing the past Sunday's actual conditions to historical norms. The recorded high was 30 degrees and the low was 21, both below the normal values of 44 and 29 for that date. It cites the record high of 73 degrees from 1937 and the record low of minus 10 from 1895. Precipitation data shows no rain on Sunday, with a month-to-date total of 0.17 inches against a normal of 0.84 inches. The year-to-date precipitation is 1.98 inches, compared to a normal of 4.23 inches. The segment concludes with sunrise at 7:39 AM and sunset at 6:16 PM. The most notable insights are the specific numerical comparisons between current, normal, and record-breaking weather statistics. The data reveals a significant precipitation deficit for both the month and the year to date. The forecast indicates a noticeable cooldown following the initial mild day. The historical records, especially the extreme low from 1895, provide a stark contrast to contemporary conditions. The tone is factual, clear, and methodical, delivered in a steady, audible reading style. The style is purely informational and service-oriented, with no commentary or analysis. This episode is essential for Louisville residents who are blind or have print disabilities seeking local weather and news. Listeners interested in detailed meteorological data or routine local updates would find it valuable. Those seeking narrative storytelling, interviews, or broader discussion should skip this episode.

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