What is a Kelvin wave? How underwater phenomena impacts sea levels during El Niño
Kelvin waves are massive underwater waves that occur during a strong El Niño event and could increase flood risks for low-lying shorelines.
Kelvin waves are massive underwater waves that occur during a strong El Niño event and could increase flood risks for low-lying shorelines.
Deadly nor’easter causing dangerous flooding in Northeast US
A powerful nor’easter continued to batter the northeastern United States on Sunday, creating dangerous conditions for the millions of people in its path as floodwaters rose in some areas and strong winds toppled trees and damaged homes.
A powerful nor’easter continued to batter the northeastern United States on Sunday, creating dangerous conditions for the millions of people in its path as floodwaters rose in some areas and strong winds toppled trees and damaged homes.
Powerful nor’easter continues pounding Northeast US with heavy rains and flooding
A slow-moving nor’easter continued its weekend-long march across the Atlantic coast on Saturday, creating dangerous conditions for the tens of millions of people in its path and causing disruptions that extended well beyond the northeastern United States.
A slow-moving nor’easter continued its weekend-long march across the Atlantic coast on Saturday, creating dangerous conditions for the tens of millions of people in its path and causing disruptions that extended well beyond the northeastern United States.
August cracks record for hottest month ever recorded
August set a record for sweltering temperatures, which climate scientists attribute in part to factors like human-driven climate change and a strong El Nino pattern.
August set a record for sweltering temperatures, which climate scientists attribute in part to factors like human-driven climate change and a strong El Nino pattern.
How to protect your home from lightning strikes in Florida
Lightning can turn an ordinary summer storm into a dangerous and destructive event. Several recent incidents around the Bay Area have put that risk in the spotlight.
Lightning can turn an ordinary summer storm into a dangerous and destructive event. Several recent incidents around the Bay Area have put that risk in the spotlight.
Lightning strike sparks apartment fire in Brooksville, dozens displaced overnight: HCFR
Hernando County Fire Rescue crews rushed to an apartment complex in Brooksville on Tuesday after a suspected lightning strike sparked a fire inside a 24-unit building.
Hernando County Fire Rescue crews rushed to an apartment complex in Brooksville on Tuesday after a suspected lightning strike sparked a fire inside a 24-unit building.
Nicolas Cage’s Malibu home damaged after massive sinkhole swallows driveway
A massive sinkhole formed in the driveway of a Malibu home belonging to actor Nicolas Cage.
A massive sinkhole formed in the driveway of a Malibu home belonging to actor Nicolas Cage.
Hawaii bracing for severe weather as Hurricane Lowell set to pass by
People in Hawaii are bracing for another round of severe weather as Hurricane Lowell spins past the islands. The major Category 3 cyclone could bring heavy rains, flooding, and mudslides, as it cuts a path west of the state, the National Hurricane Center stated while issuing a tropical storm warning for two islands.
People in Hawaii are bracing for another round of severe weather as Hurricane Lowell spins past the islands. The major Category 3 cyclone could bring heavy rains, flooding, and mudslides, as it cuts a path west of the state, the National Hurricane Center stated while issuing a tropical storm warning for two islands.
Category 4 Hurricane Lowell turning toward Hawaii, threatening to slam the islands with heavy rain, high surf
Hurricane Lowell is churning as a Category 4 hurricane about 600 miles south of Kauaʻi, packing maximum sustained winds of 155 mph.
Hurricane Lowell is churning as a Category 4 hurricane about 600 miles south of Kauaʻi, packing maximum sustained winds of 155 mph.
Map: Here's how much hotter fall has gotten in your county
Fall is supposed to bring a cool-down. But, new data suggests that’s becoming less true in nearly every corner of the country.
Fall is supposed to bring a cool-down. But, new data suggests that’s becoming less true in nearly every corner of the country.
Karina surges to major hurricane wind speeds in Pacific, forecasters say
Hurricane Karina sits about 1,000 miles off the Baja California coast and is currently not a threat to land, meteorologists report.
Hurricane Karina sits about 1,000 miles off the Baja California coast and is currently not a threat to land, meteorologists report.
Moke nears Hawaii; Big Island expected to get hit hardest - again
Hawaii is bracing for another round of severe weather as Tropical Storm Moke spins its way toward the Big Island, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to an area still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Lala.
Hawaii is bracing for another round of severe weather as Tropical Storm Moke spins its way toward the Big Island, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to an area still dealing with the aftermath of Hurricane Lala.
Tired of the heat? Here's when Old Farmer's Almanac says cooler weather will arrive
When will it finally start to feel like fall? Here's what you need to know.
When will it finally start to feel like fall? Here's what you need to know.
Hurricane Lala strengthens as Category 1 storm slams Hawaii’s Big Island with heavy rain, strong wind
The National Hurricane Center said Lala is not expected to exceed Category 1 status.
The National Hurricane Center said Lala is not expected to exceed Category 1 status.
How new heat meters protect student athletes in Hillsborough County sports complexes
Hillsborough County installed heat stress meters at local sports complexes to protect youth athletes from dangerous extreme temperatures during outdoor practices.
Hillsborough County installed heat stress meters at local sports complexes to protect youth athletes from dangerous extreme temperatures during outdoor practices.
Rising temperatures could keep more flights from taking off on time
Air travelers brace for delays during severe storms, but extreme summer heat can trigger hidden disruptions that are far less visible and harder to predict.
Air travelers brace for delays during severe storms, but extreme summer heat can trigger hidden disruptions that are far less visible and harder to predict.
Major Atlantic hurricane landfall odds 'well below-average' this season
Colorado State University (CSU) maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below-average."
Colorado State University (CSU) maintained its Atlantic hurricane season forecast Wednesday, saying the odds of a major hurricane making landfall in the continental United States remain "well below-average."
El Niño continues to strengthen toward record territory two months into the Atlantic hurricane season
Multiple tropical waves are currently moving off the African coast into the Main Development Region of the Atlantic, but hostile winds, Saharan dust and ocean temperatures will determine whether any development actually happens.
Multiple tropical waves are currently moving off the African coast into the Main Development Region of the Atlantic, but hostile winds, Saharan dust and ocean temperatures will determine whether any development actually happens.
High winds and severe storms hit as Florida man vanishes on Georgia lake
First responders are searching two square miles of Carters Lake in Murray and Gilmer counties by air and water for missing 37-year-old Sean Cunningham.
First responders are searching two square miles of Carters Lake in Murray and Gilmer counties by air and water for missing 37-year-old Sean Cunningham.
Is your tree at risk of falling this storm season?
A certified arborist is urging property owners to inspect their trees for signs of disease and structural failure ahead of severe weather.
A certified arborist is urging property owners to inspect their trees for signs of disease and structural failure ahead of severe weather.