After years of drought across much of the country, the U.S. seems to be experiencing a reprieve, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. The U.S. Drought Monitor tracks dryness levels over time, and as of May 2019, the country is having its lowest overall level of drought since official reports …
Read MoreLast year’s hurricane season was especially severe and dangerous, resulting in 15 major storms, including eight hurricanes. How will the 2019 hurricane season compare? Read on to learn about how many hurricanes are forecasted for the 2019 hurricane season, which regions might be most affected, and why. The 2019 Hurricane …
Read MoreAt least 18 US states in the central part of the country in will face a long duration of sustained severe weather outbreak starting on Thursday and continuing well into next week, while California and nearby states brace for unusually heavy rainfall and snow. Long span of severe weather will …
Read MoreHow is the 2019 tornado season shaping up so far? Both March and April saw higher than average tornado report totals, so what does that mean for May and June? It doesn’t necessarily mean that the high number of reports will continue. Read on to learn more… Very Active Early …
Read MoreMuch of the nation will see a break from severe weather this week due to a temporary change in the jet stream. However, severe storms are forecast to return by the weekend and will threaten the Plains states. Thunderstorms and severe weather that have affected parts of the South and …
Read MoreThe Northeastern US has only had a short break from wet weather, and now it looks like that break is coming to an end on Friday. Rain and thunderstorms are forecasted to return to the northeast. The Forecast On Thursday evening, some areas on the western side of the Appalachians …
Read MoreA relentless rainy season has forced the evacuation of several towns along the Mississippi River. The rising river broke several levees north of St. Louis on Tuesday, forcing the National Weather Service to issue flood warnings and flash flood watches. In preparation of the river’s rise, St. Louis thankfully had …
Read MoreSevere thunderstorms and tornadoes will threaten regions across the south-central US this week according to the meteorologists. Through Wednesday, forecasters expect frequent lightning, damaging winds, large hail, and downpours. There is also a risk of isolated tornadoes. Tornado Sightings From Texas to Nebraska, nearly two dozen tornadoes were reported on …
Read MoreLast month, April 2019, brought us some surprisingly severe and even record-breaking weather. Precipitation records were broken in some areas, and one state had more tornadoes than ever before. Here’s a look at some of the month’s most extreme weather scenarios and various locations that had records broken. Snow Records …
Read MoreTuesday’s severe storms packed a serious punch, as residents of Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas and Missouri saw yesterday and into this morning. At least two dozen tornadoes were reported across these states, causing damage to homes, buildings, trees and even a church. Texas One tornado was reported approximately 17 miles …
Read MoreParts of the plains have already begun experiencing another round of severe, potentially damaging weather. The storms are expected to last into Wednesday and may be capable of producing damaging winds, hail, and even tornadoes. Flooding is also a concern, as a lot of ground area is already quite saturated. …
Read MoreAreas of the Plains will see severe thunderstorms through Wednesday, including threats of damaging winds, hail, tornadoes and flooding rainfall. Monday Storms are most likely to flare up Monday afternoon and evening. Areas of eastern New Mexico, west Texas, Oklahoma, and southeastern Kansas will be affected. Large hail and extreme …
Read MoreWe’re constantly trying to reinforce the importance of storm safety, and this past week is a prime example of why. Not only did storms wreak havoc on several areas, causing significant and costly damage, they also took several lives. On Thursday morning, two people were killed when an EF3 tornado …
Read MoreAn area of low pressure is set to move through the South Thursday, bringing threats of severe thunderstorms. This system is expected to affect the lower Mississippi Valley, Deep South and Northern Gulf Coast. The NOAA issued a tornado watch for southern Mississippi and parts of southern and eastern Louisiana …
Read MoreWe’re always hearing about the dramatic changes happening to the landscape in the Arctic. However, we don’t frequently get to see exactly how climate change is affecting us here in the U.S. Unfortunately, climate change is already affecting things like the weather and farming. The 100th Meridian Back in the …
Read MoreEach year on April 22, Earth Day is celebrated worldwide. Earth Day was founded in 1970 by John McConnell to honor the Earth and promote environmental protection. Here are six fun ways to celebrate Earth Day today and this week! Recycle Take electronics, that pile of plastic grocery bags, or …
Read MoreAs we’re currently in the height of peak storm season it’s unsurprising we should see more severe weather threats. Now, the end of this week brings yet another round of intense storms spanning multiple days. Additionally, some areas hit by last weekend’s storms will not be spared. Severe thunderstorms have …
Read MoreWill late week severe weather affect your Easter plans? Luckily most of the U.S. will be free from storms Sunday, although there may be pockets of volatile conditions. Read on for more information on your region’s Easter conditions. East Coast Late week storms may cause flooding into Easter Sunday in …
Read MoreEveryone is talking about the famous Notre-Dame Cathedral and the devastating fire that broke out on Monday. The French Gothic landmark, situated in the heart of Paris, France had been undergoing renovations when the fire started. The cathedral has quite a lengthy history though, and this certainly isn’t the first …
Read MoreA severe storm system absolutely devastated the South over the weekend, with tornadoes, flooding, and thunderstorms leading to the deaths of at least nine people. More than 17 tornadoes spawned across multiple states, including Alabama, Mississippi, Ohio, and Texas. Flooding was also a serious impact of these storms as well. …
Read MoreA significant storm system caused damage through large portions of the US over the weekend, moving through the South before bringing damaging winds and even tornadoes to the eastern Great Lakes and mid-Atlantic regions. So far, eight deaths have been linked to the storms. The National Weather Service confirmed that …
Read MoreWinter Storm Wesley, which some are already calling “historic,” has officially met the criteria to be labeled a bomb cyclone. The strengthening storm is also now poised to set new records for low pressure and snowfall in the Plains. And these aren’t only April records either. In some areas, Wesley …
Read MoreThis week might be quite a doozy for several areas when it comes to the weather. From snow to storms, quite a few regions will be affected. First off, we have an intense winter storm developing in the Plains by mid-week. That could bring heavy snow, blizzard conditions, and even …
Read MoreIf you were hoping the nasty weather would come to an end before the weekend, we’ve got some bad news. Considering it seems we’ve hit the peak of severe weather season, there are still more storms to look out for. Parts of the South will be facing severe weather throughout …
Read MoreWith above-average precipitation across many of the lower 48 states, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is already warning many of these states of the potential for spring flooding. According to the NOAA, nearly two-thirds of the United States will be under elevated flood risk through May. Highest Risk …
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