Severe Weather

19 California state parks remain closed after recent storms

California state parks officials are still trying to assess the damage to all parks caused by the recent storms. As of Friday 19 parks remain fully closed and another 36 are partially closed.

2 days ago

Western monarch butterfly population suffers due to atmospheric river storms

After the highest initial count in two decades around Thanksgiving, atmospheric river-fueled storms led to the loss of the iconic western monarch butterflies.

5 days ago

Transition into El Nino could lead to record heat around globe

The World Meteorological Organization reports fishermen first used the term El Niño off the coast of South America to describe the unusually warm water temperatures before Christmas.

6 days ago

Homeless advocates in North Bay open cold weather shelters

Homeless advocates in the North Bay are working to make sure everyone has a place to escape overnight lows that will be near and below freezing Monday night.

6 days ago

Oakland Zoo to reopen on Friday, Glowfari event extended

Oakland Zoo officials announced the zoo will reopen to the public Friday, February 3. In addition, the Glowfari attraction will be extended through March 4.

January 30

Winter is coming: Freeze warning in effect throughout Bay Area counties

A freeze warning is in effect throughout the Bay Area from Sunday night to Wednesday morning, according to the National Weather Service.

January 29

Hawaii firefighter swept away in storm drain as heavy rains drench Maui

The firefighter was listed in critical condition.

January 28

'Blessed to be alive': Watch as couple escapes RV, runs into ditch to shelter from massive tornado

A dramatic video shows a couple racing with their dogs to outrun a tornado in Texas, jumping into nearby ditchwater. "Scariest moment of our life," they said.

January 25

California farmers trying to assess damage after massive winter storms

Farmers in California, who had been hoping for an end to the drought, are now trying to deal with flooded fields and damaged crops after this winter's massive rains.

January 23

Wipeout: Huge waves crash into crowd at Hawaii surf competition

Dubbed the “Super Bowl of Surfing," the Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational returned for the first time in seven years with huge waves and gigantic swell.

January 23

Crews to bring in 200 boulders, fabric to shore up West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz

Crews are going to bring 200 tons of boulders and fabric to protect the exposed cliff side on West Cliff Drive in Santa Cruz, until they can figure out a permanent solution.

January 23

ACE train back in service, Niles Canyon Road reopens after storms

ACE train service has resumed and Niles Canyon Road is now reopened after the storms.

January 23

Few homeowners have flood insurance in California

In California, only about 230,000 homes and other buildings have flood insurance policies, which are separate from homeowners insurance. That means only about 2% of properties are covered against flooding.

January 20

Orinda home slips down hill in landslide

Neighbors in Orinda were closely watching a home that is slipping down a hillside.

January 20

After Biden's visit, some residents express concern about rebuilding in Santa Cruz County

Dozens of people came out Thursday night to find out what they need to do get back on their feet. People say they need temporary housing; they need help with clean up, and they need the money to rebuild.

January 19

Hayward family seeking assistance after winter storms damaged home

A Hayward family is seeking assistance for their storm-damaged home. They say their home is uninhabitable, but Alameda County is not included in the FEMA federal disaster declaration.

January 19

Monterey Bay locals come out to see President Biden during flood damage tour

It was a patriotic scene on a picturesque Monterey Bay day. A woman displayed an American flag on Cliff Drive, overlooking Capitola, ahead of a presidential visit.

January 19