Hurricane Melissa slams toward Jamaica as powerful Category 5 storm
Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength Monday as it neared Jamaica. Forecasters said it would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record keeping began in 1851.
Hurricane Melissa intensified to Category 5 strength Monday as it neared Jamaica. Forecasters said it would be the strongest hurricane to hit the island since record keeping began in 1851.
These are the 14 billion-dollar weather disasters of 2025, according to data
New data shows that 14 separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters slammed the U.S. in just six months of 2025 – topping $100B in damages.
New data shows that 14 separate billion-dollar weather and climate disasters slammed the U.S. in just six months of 2025 – topping $100B in damages.
1 killed, 51 rescued as western Alaska communities devastated by floods caused by Typhoon Halong's remnants
The remnants of Typhoon Halong have brought hurricane-force winds and ravaging storm surges to western Alaska. Authorities say one person is dead and two remain missing.
The remnants of Typhoon Halong have brought hurricane-force winds and ravaging storm surges to western Alaska. Authorities say one person is dead and two remain missing.
Will heavy rains make the Pickett Fire burn scar slide?
People in the Pickett Fire region of Napa County got phone alerts for potential flash flooding on Monday.
People in the Pickett Fire region of Napa County got phone alerts for potential flash flooding on Monday.
When is it going to rain? First storm system on the way to the Bay Area
Rainfall could range from one inch to an inch-and-a-half in San Francisco, to up to two inches of rain in areas such as Santa Cruz.
Rainfall could range from one inch to an inch-and-a-half in San Francisco, to up to two inches of rain in areas such as Santa Cruz.
Map: Average first freeze dates have shifted later for most of the US since 1970
Fall freezes are arriving later across the U.S. according to a new report; here’s which cities have seen the longest delays.
Fall freezes are arriving later across the U.S. according to a new report; here’s which cities have seen the longest delays.
Deadly North Dakota tornado upgraded to EF5, the first in US in 12 years
A deadly tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20 has been upgraded to an EF5, marking the first EF5 tornado in the United States in 12 years.
A deadly tornado in Enderlin, North Dakota, on June 20 has been upgraded to an EF5, marking the first EF5 tornado in the United States in 12 years.
At least 3 dead, 1,000 propane tanks washed downstream in Arizona flash flooding
"Historic Downtown Globe is currently unsafe, with compromised buildings as well as hazardous chemicals and debris, including propane tanks," Globe city officials posted on Facebook.
"Historic Downtown Globe is currently unsafe, with compromised buildings as well as hazardous chemicals and debris, including propane tanks," Globe city officials posted on Facebook.
Missing Florida men, 2 dogs killed by apparent lightning strike: HCSO
Lightning is being blamed for the deaths of two Miami men and two hunting dogs in Highlands County.
Lightning is being blamed for the deaths of two Miami men and two hunting dogs in Highlands County.
Lightning starts house fire in Brentwood
Lightning lit up the skies Wednesday night throughout the Bay Area, and firefighters in Brentwood said one such strike caused a house fire when the electricity hit a weather vane on top of the roof.
Lightning lit up the skies Wednesday night throughout the Bay Area, and firefighters in Brentwood said one such strike caused a house fire when the electricity hit a weather vane on top of the roof.
Cause of death revealed for 2 missing hikers found in Colorado wilderness
The two were reported missing to the Conejos County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) on September 13, but last made contact with their family on September 11.
The two were reported missing to the Conejos County Sheriff's Office (CCSO) on September 13, but last made contact with their family on September 11.
South Carolina man carves 'storm bowls' out of trees brought down by Helene
Helene was the deadliest mainland U.S. hurricane in nearly 20 years, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Helene was the deadliest mainland U.S. hurricane in nearly 20 years, according to the National Hurricane Center.
Watch: Rare 'upside-down lightning' spotted in Puerto Rico
The phenomenon, known as a gigantic jet, is a Transient Luminous Event (TLE) and looks like upside-down red lightning.
The phenomenon, known as a gigantic jet, is a Transient Luminous Event (TLE) and looks like upside-down red lightning.
These states were unusually hot this summer, data shows
New data shows nearly every U.S. state saw extreme heat this summer. See which areas were hit hardest.
New data shows nearly every U.S. state saw extreme heat this summer. See which areas were hit hardest.
Why this Bay Area coastal town is 'particularly vulnerable' to rising sea levels
The North Bay is already experiencing the effects of sea level rise, but none more than this world-famous coastal town outside of San Francisco.
The North Bay is already experiencing the effects of sea level rise, but none more than this world-famous coastal town outside of San Francisco.
Dramatic video shows lightning strike exploding tree in Wisconsin
A security camera captured the moment a lightning bolt struck a tree in Northern Wisconsin on September 9, sending bark and debris flying through the air.
A security camera captured the moment a lightning bolt struck a tree in Northern Wisconsin on September 9, sending bark and debris flying through the air.
Lightning show electrifies Bay Area skies
Bay Area residents were treated to a lightning show decorating the sky early Tuesday morning, with electric streaks seen throughout the region in Gilroy, Livermore, Vallejo, Napa and beyond.
Bay Area residents were treated to a lightning show decorating the sky early Tuesday morning, with electric streaks seen throughout the region in Gilroy, Livermore, Vallejo, Napa and beyond.
Fall has gotten hotter in 98% of U.S. cities: Here's where it's worst
New data shows nearly every U.S. city is warming. Here’s where temperatures have risen the most during the fall season.
New data shows nearly every U.S. city is warming. Here’s where temperatures have risen the most during the fall season.
Hurricane Katrina fueled major reforms at FEMA. Now, its future is uncertain
Hurricane Katrina forced major changes in how the country responds to disasters. Now, those reforms are in jeopardy.
Hurricane Katrina forced major changes in how the country responds to disasters. Now, those reforms are in jeopardy.
Hurricane Katrina: What happened on Aug. 29, 2005
On Aug. 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans, causing levee breaches that sparked massive flooding, displacing thousands. The natural disaster exposed flaws in the federal government’s response and the media’s coverage of the tragedy.
On Aug. 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans, causing levee breaches that sparked massive flooding, displacing thousands. The natural disaster exposed flaws in the federal government’s response and the media’s coverage of the tragedy.