All of Europe is experiencing a massive heat wave that has already turned deadly this week, with temperatures expected to continue to rise. One clever Frenchman noted that the projected heat map of France for Thursday, June 27th appears to be a screaming skull, an appropriate image for the temperatures …
Read MoreIf you lived in the south in late June or early July of 1989, you probably remember Tropical Storm Allison slamming into the coast roughly this week, 30 years ago. Most people don’t take tropical storms as seriously as a hurricane, but Allison made them rethink this when she dumped …
Read MoreThere is a debate going around Capitol Hill recently, and it isn’t about the hot button issues you might be thinking of. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is facing off against the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) when it comes to selling off 5G wireless frequencies to cell phone …
Read MoreReports that the weather would calm in the central US this month were highly exaggerated, as evidenced by the uptick in storm damage, injury, and death that the south-central US has been experiencing this past week. Oklahoma Woman Found Dead Vickie Darnel, 64, of Poteau, Oklahoma was pronounced dead Sunday …
Read MoreSadly, raging wildfires are no longer all that remarkable in the west. The last few years have seen an uptick in the amount and intensity of wildfires, and that is expected to continue. In 2017 a study showed that over 4 million homes in the US were at risk for …
Read MoreIf you thought satellites were only good for getting you to and from new places, or for showing you pictures of what your neighbor’s backyard looks like, think again. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, also known as NOAA, is planning on launching six ‘micro-satellites’ within the month that will …
Read MoreOn June 19th, 2006, Houston Texas and neighboring Louisiana experienced an incredible influx of rain. This caused hundreds of people to be evacuated from their homes, entire nursing homes to be completed evacuated, and left others trapped in airports or businesses because of flooded roadways. Miraculously, no deaths occurred during …
Read MoreFlooding came heavy and hard to Indiana, Kentucky, and the Ohio Valley over the weekend, many parts of which are still in a flash flood warning until Tuesday. A mudslide was even seen in Ohio, causing residents in the area to be evacuated until further notice. A mother and two …
Read MoreAnything above 26,247 feet on Mount Everest is called the “death zone”, which is where there is literally not enough oxygen for humans to breathe anymore. If you go above that line without oxygen, or without enoughoxygen, you won’t make it back down. Scientists this week announced that five of …
Read MoreIf you are enjoying this spring weather and making summer plans, perhaps you should hold on a moment – at least if you’re living in Denver. One Ph.D. student studying weather Colorado states that there is more hail on the way for residents, so be prepared. Sam Childs, 27, is …
Read MoreThe United States Geological Survey, or USGS, reported Monday morning that an earthquake has been felt just off the coast of Cleveland, Ohio in Lake Erie, the fourth largest lake of the five Great Lakes. The earthquake was felt just before 11:00 am Monday, and reports of the shockwaves are …
Read MoreFlash floods are possible in the Plains, Midwest and South this week as more rounds of rain and thunderstorms move through the region. Many rivers and waterways are already in the flood stage, meaning dangerous flooding is possible as more rain accumulates. The month of May saw record rainfall for …
Read MoreIf you’re feeling like the weather dial for the US has been turned up to 11 and left there the past few weeks, you’re not the only one. The west has felt an unusual cold spell for this time of year. Tornados have been slamming into central American towns over …
Read MoreDayton, Ohio, an hour west of Columbus, saw death and destruction early this week as tornados touched down in the city and surrounding area, leaving 1 dead and 90 injured. Monday evening through Tuesday night Dayton and the surrounding towns were under a tornado emergency as winds reached upwards of …
Read MoreYesterday, tornadoes hit the Kansas City area. As of this morning, at least a dozen people were injured and many homes were damaged or demolished. Areas most impacted include: Linwood, Kansas – roughly 30 miles West of Kansas City, Kansas City, Kansas – near the Kansas Speedway, Excelsior Springs – …
Read MoreDenver and Colorado Springs, Colorado, aren’t known for their late spring snowfall, but 2019 is an exception! On May 21, 2019, several inches of snow hit both mountainous metro areas due to record-low temperatures in the region. Read on to learn more about the surprising snowstorms and their effects on …
Read MoreA dangerous heat wave dubbed a “Death Ridge” by one expert may be on the way for the Southeastern US this weekend. Temperatures are expected to skyrocket to the upper 90s to low 100s from Alabama to Virginia. Temperature records for May could be shattered. Meteorologist Ryan Maue dubbed the …
Read MoreThis spring has been extremely wet in the Midwest, with heavy rainfall and even floods sweeping across the Great Plains and much of the rest of the Midwestern United States. Although drought levels have thankfully dwindled to nearly zero across the country, this means that there are risks of further …
Read MoreJust what we need, more severe weather after several days of tornadoes, thunderstorms and damage. But there’s more on the way before the weekend. What’s Happening Now The NOAA has the following alert: Severe thunderstorm watch: valid until 8:00 p.m. EDT for Maryland, Washington D.C., southeastern Pennsylvania, eastern West Virginia …
Read MoreCitizens of Jefferson City, Missouri are waking up to decimated streets and homes this morning on behalf of a tornado that ripped through the city late Wednesday night. There are several reports of major roof damage, snapped powerlines and light poles, and completely stripped trees. Some are comparing the sight …
Read MoreMemorial Day plans often involve outdoor barbecues and pool parties. But what if your part of the country is expected to get rain, sleet, storms, or other inclement weather? Read on to learn if your region is predicted to experience stormy weather on Memorial Day 2019–and if you might need …
Read MoreResidents of the Plains and Midwest should prepare for more rounds of severe thunderstorms, heavy rain, damaging winds, and hail. There is a major risk of flash flooding as well. Wednesday Storms could develop late Wednesday, bringing locally heavy rain and a few severe storms. These storms will threaten the …
Read MoreWater rescues aided the Southern Plains Tuesday morning as heavy rains continued. The rain closed numerous roads and flooded citizens’ homes and businesses. More than 20 tornadoes have been reported between Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas, and Missouri — some forcing the Tulsa airport to cancel about a dozen flights. Relentless storms …
Read MoreA severe storm system continues to move through the Plains today after causing flooding, school closures and more than 20 reported tornadoes. The tornadoes were reported in Oklahoma, Texas, Kansas and Missouri. Flash flooding in Oklahoma resulted in the closure of Interstate 40 just west of Oklahoma City. Residents are …
Read MoreA dangerous outbreak of tornadoes is expected in Texas and Oklahoma today. There is also a major threat of flash flooding for Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Missouri and Arkansas. Residents of these states should follow the weather closely as these storms pose a major threat to life and property. The Storm …
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