Southeast Michigan severe thunderstorm risk: Strong winds, hail, tornadoes possible this week
A strong winter system is likely to bring severe thunderstorms to Southeast Michigan this week. The area could see gusty winds, medium hail, and isolated tornadoes during these storms.
Which US counties are most at risk of tornado damage?
The central and southern U.S. have the highest tornado risk, according to FEMA, but major cities have the highest total expected dollar loss.
Target store in West Virginia partially collapses due to slipping hillside
No timeline was immediately provided on the demolition and when the store could reopen.
Extreme weather, flooding influencing where millions in US decide to live, research shows
As people choose different areas to move to and try to get away from flooding hazards, storms with relentless precipitation are continuing to impact several U.S. regions, and it’s taking its toll on infrastructure.
FEMA assistance available after Michigan tornadoes, flooding -- How to apply
Michigan residents impacted by severe weather, including tornadoes and flooding last August can apply for FEMA assistance. Tornadoes and other powerful storms caused extensive damage around the state.
January was the world's warmest on record, scientists say
Record-setting heat in 2023 has continued into 2024, with heat records on land and sea already broken during the year's first month.
Louisiana's drought is fueling the ‘unprecedented’ crawfish prices this season
Prices over $13 a pound are causing the Louisiana staple to become unaffordable.
These are the all-time coldest temperatures ever recorded in each US state
The lowest temperature ever recorded in the U.S. was negative 80 degrees in Prospect Creek, Alaska.
When Metro Detroit's bitter cold stretch will end
It's been a bitterly cold stretch for Southeast Michigan. Here is when the cold stretch of weather will end:
Detroit Dog Rescue in desperate need of fosters to make room for pets left in cold
Detroit Dog Rescue (DDR) needs people to foster animals currently in the shelter to free up space for animals being left in the bitter cold.
Metro Detroit school closings: Will cold weather lead to canceled classes Wednesday?
Hundreds of Metro Detroit schools were closed due to today's cold, and more could also cancel classes tomorrow because of even more hazardous weather.
What does the wind chill mean and how long can it take to get frostbite?
When the wind chill drops to dangerous levels, frostbite can set in faster than you might think.
Metro Detroit winter weather: Tips for staying safe during dangerous cold
Bitter cold temperatures in Michigan can cause harm quickly. Hypothermia and frostbite are among the conditions that threaten people who are out in this cold.
Arctic freeze continues to swarm parts of US with below-zero temperatures
The dangerous winter conditions have led to widespread power outages and flight cancellations across the country.
Massive winter storm batters US as damage and heavy snow close roads and schools
A sprawling storm has hit the South with high winds and tornado warnings that blew roofs off homes, flipped over campers and tossed about furniture in Florida.
Cold weather safety: How to stay safe if you’re affected by power outages after a winter storm
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration says that winter storms cause about $1.9 billion in damage on average every year.
Severe weather guide for Michigan Wolverine fans visiting Houston for CFP National Championship game
Forecasts show a potentially dangerous severe weather threat for the Houston area on Monday, with a risk for supercell thunderstorms capable of producing strong tornadoes, damaging wind gusts, frequent lightning, and large hail.
The craziest weather records set or smashed in 2023
This past year proved that Mother Nature always seems to have some tricks up her sleeves.
SoCal beaches experience dangerous waves, flooding as evacuations ordered
Forecasters say waves as high as 40 feet are possible Thursday in some locations along the California coast, with another round of swells set to arrive Saturday.
Infant tossed by Tennessee tornado found alive in downed tree
A 4-month old boy has survived after a tornado in Tennessee sucked him up from his family’s mobile home.