Staten Island Chuck predicts early spring on Groundhog Day 2025
NEW YORK -- Staten Island Chuck, a groundhog at the Staten Island Zoo, did not see his shadow and predicted an early spring Sunday. Chuck's forecast contradicts Punxsutawney Phil, who predicted six more weeks of winter after seeing his shadow about an hour earlier at Gobbler's Knob in Pennsylvania.
Groundhog Day: What to know about the American tradition that is meant to predict spring
PUNXSUTAWNEY, Pa. -- Here's a look at Groundhog Day, an American tradition that is meant to predict when spring will arrive. The groundhog emerges from its burrow on February 2. If the groundhog sees its shadow when it emerges, there will be six more weeks of winter. If it does not see its shadow, spring will arrive soon.
Groundhog Day 2025: Get ready for Punxsutawney Phil's prediction
Punxsutawney Phil’s full name, according to the Punxsutawney Groundhog Club, is “Punxsutawney Phil, Seer of Seers, Sage of Sages, Prognosticator of Prognosticators and Weather Profit Extraordinary," with Phil coming from King Philip. Prior to that, he was called the Br'er Groundhog.
Staten Island Chuck declares spring is coming early during Groundhog Day celebration
Groundhog Day on Staten Island was once again a massive success, as Staten Island Chuck was greeted by over 150 fans.
Staten Island groundhog predicts early spring, say handlers
The handlers for Staten Island Chuck say the groundhog has predicted an early spring. (AP Video: Ted Shaffrey)
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