Extreme Weather
Storms, floods, wildfires, heat, and climate-related disasters.
NYC and the Northeast brace for thunderstorms and severe weather to close the weekend
Forecasters said a broad corridor from the Mid-Atlantic into New England could see damaging winds, hail and isolated tornadoes late Sunday into Monday, with more than 100 million people in the threat area.
Storms, flooding possible in Texas within hours: What to know
A Flood Watch is in effect for South-Central Texas, including San Antonio, as a summer cold front and tropical moisture could bring rounds of heavy rain and flash flooding from Sunday night through Tuesday.
Houston area placed under flood watch through Wednesday morning
The National Weather Service has placed Houston and much of Southeast Texas under a flood watch through Wednesday morning, warning that repeated storms could bring dangerous street flooding and rapid rises on bayous and low-lying roads.
Most of Connecticut under high brush fire risk Sunday
Most of Connecticut remained at high brush-fire risk on Sunday, June 14, while DEEP listed only parts of Litchfield, Fairfield and New Haven counties at moderate risk and warned that dry conditions and moderate drought were keeping fire danger elevated.
Flood Watch posted for Houston area ahead of heavy rain and possible flooding
Houston and much of Southeast Texas are under a Flood Watch through Wednesday morning as repeated rounds of heavy rain and thunderstorms could bring street flooding, rapid rises in bayous and localized high totals.
Flood Watch issued for San Antonio, Hill Country as heavy rain threat builds
A Flood Watch is in effect for San Antonio and the Texas Hill Country from Sunday evening through Tuesday evening, with 1 to 3 inches of rain expected broadly and isolated totals up to 8 inches possible.
Flood watch issued for South Central Texas: Rainfall could reach 8 inches in spots
The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for South-Central Texas from Sunday evening through Tuesday evening, warning that 1 to 3 inches of rain could fall widely with isolated totals up to 8 inches and dangerous flash flooding.
San Francisco Embarcadero floods as NWS posts coastal flood advisory
Seawater flooded part of San Francisco’s Embarcadero late Saturday near Pier 14 as unusually high summer tides brought water onto the waterfront. The National Weather Service said a coastal flood advisory remained in effect for San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Bay through Wednesday morning, with up to 2 feet of inundation possible in low-lying shoreline areas.
Summer cold front brings heavy rain threat as flood watch issued in San Antonio area
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for South-Central Texas, including San Antonio, as a summer cold front and tropical moisture raise the risk of heavy rain and flash flooding through Tuesday evening.
Workers imperiled as World Cup heat risks rise across host cities
Labor advocates and heat-safety experts are warning that workers supporting the 2026 World Cup face serious heat exposure across U.S. host cities, especially in southern venues.
Aemet issues heat, storm, wind and coastal warnings across much of Spain
Aemet kept warnings active across much of Spain on June 13 for heat, thunderstorms, strong wind and coastal hazards, with highs near 38C and hail risk in the northwest.
High forest fire risk across most of Connecticut on Saturday, officials warn
Connecticut officials warned Saturday that most of the state faces high forest-fire danger, with moderate risk limited to parts of western and south-central Connecticut. DEEP also said brush-burning permits are not valid in high-risk conditions within 100 feet of grassland or woodland.
San Antonio families mark one year since Beitel Creek flood deaths and launch memorial tree project
Families gathered in San Antonio one year after the deadly Beitel Creek flood to remember 13 victims and launch the Living Legacy Grove memorial tree project.
Risk of brush fires remains high in Connecticut Friday, DEEP says
Connecticut’s fire danger remained elevated Friday as DEEP kept parts of the state at high brush-fire risk despite Thursday storms and ongoing drought conditions.
Drivers rescued from flooded roadway in Watertown, officials say
Watertown firefighters rescued several motorists trapped in flooded vehicles on Davis Street Friday evening. No injuries were reported, and the 50 block of the road was closed during the response.
France braces for another intense early-summer heat event
France is facing another intense early-summer heat event starting June 13, with orange alerts in the south, possible 40C peaks, tropical nights and wildfire concerns during the baccalauréat period.
France braces for a second early-June heat surge, with temperatures potentially above 40C
France is facing another intense early-June hot spell, with temperatures above 35C in the south, possible peaks near 40C and a northward spread that could reach Paris next week.
More than 1,500 CT power outages reported amid Friday thunderstorms
Friday thunderstorms knocked out power to more than 1,500 Connecticut customers by late evening, with the largest outage counts in Harwinton, Litchfield, Avon and Waterbury. Eversource said fallen tree limbs caused many disruptions, and the storm came after Thursday weather already damaged trees and power lines across the state.
Abbott readies Texas emergency teams as storms, flooding threaten state through early next week
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said state emergency teams are being readied as thunderstorms and flash flooding threaten parts of Texas from Sunday into early next week. Forecast coverage points to Southeast Texas, including Houston, where heavy rain and elevated flood risk could overlap with dangerous heat this weekend.
Thunderstorm brings hail, power outages to Dutchess County
A severe thunderstorm hit Dutchess County on Thursday afternoon, bringing unusually large hail, strong winds, downed trees and power lines, and leaving more than 7,000 customers without electricity before crews began cleanup and repairs.
Officials await funding as flood repair costs climb
Manistee County road officials say April flood damage has pushed repair needs to about $3.6 million to $4 million, with more than $2.8 million tied to High Bridge Road and Johnson Road Bridge. The road commission is seeking outside funding as temporary fixes continue and some routes remain closed.
Storms lash Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh, toppling trucks and disrupting power
Severe thunderstorms and hail hit parts of Punjab, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh on June 11, overturning trucks in Ambala and disrupting traffic and electricity. IMD warnings remained active on June 12, with more rain and strong winds expected.
Storm-related power outages leave hundreds in Midland area without service
Severe storms knocked out power for more than 2,200 Consumers Energy customers in Midland County on Wednesday evening, and 466 customers were still without service Thursday morning. The utility estimated restoration by 8:15 p.m. Thursday.
Hot, humid Thursday in Connecticut with storms in the forecast
Most of Connecticut is under a heat advisory Thursday, with inland highs in the 90s, heat index values near 100 and afternoon thunderstorms possible. Gov. Ned Lamont has activated the state’s extreme hot weather protocol through Sunday, and some school districts are dismissing early.