Firefighters continue battle against more than 100 blazes burning in the US Many fires ignited by weather, with climate crisis increasing lightning strikes amid blistering heat and dry conditions The Guardian - US · Jul 30, 2024
California firefighters make progress as wildfires push devastation and spread smoke across US West Firefighters have made progress in the battle against wildfires covering massive areas and leaving a trail of damage in the western United States The Independent UK · Jul 29, 2024
Man accused of starting California’s largest wildfire of the year is arrested Suspect allegedly pushed burning car into gully which started Park fire as other fires scorch Pacific north-west The Guardian - US · Jul 26, 2024
Wildfires prompt California evacuations as crews battle Oregon and Idaho fires stoked by lightning Rapidly growing wildfires have prompted evacuations in Northern and Southern California, and powerful winds and lightning strikes are rattling eastern Oregon and Idaho, cutting power and stoking fires The Independent UK · Jul 25, 2024
5 Facts ‘Twisters’ Got Right About Tornadoes Tornado experts are impressed at much of the scientific accuracy of the blockbuster movie, 'Twisters' — for the most part. Inverse · Jul 23, 2024
These are the parts of the US set to see haze from Canadian wildfires this week Hundreds of wildfires are burning in the western provinces of Canada The Independent UK · Jul 22, 2024
Millions of US low-income households face power shutoffs amid deadly heat Half of Americans live in states without rules restricting disconnections for unpaid or overdue energy bills, report finds The Guardian - US · Jul 16, 2024
Severe storms with tornado reports whip through Midwest, killing 1, cutting power to 460K Storms with numerous tornado reports blew through Iowa, Illinois — including Chicago — and Indiana, downing trees and power lines and cutting power to more than 460,000 The Independent UK · Jul 16, 2024
Multiple Tornadoes Cause Widespread Damage In Midwest Severe storms and tornadoes wreak havoc in Iowa, Illinois, and Indiana, causing damage and power outages. Stay informed and prepared for severe weather events. Top News · Jul 16, 2024
Record-breaking heat wave settles over East Coast with 100 million Americans under weather advisories People should be careful when heading to the beach during heat warnings, experts say The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2024
Record-breaking heatwave shifts east as millions of Americans under heat alert Over 245 million Americans are expected to experience 90F temperatures early this week, with some as high as 105F The Guardian - US · Jul 14, 2024
Things to know about heat deaths as a dangerously hot summer shapes up in the western US A dangerously hot summer has shaped up in the U.S. West The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2024
Just a Category 1 hurricane? Don't be fooled by a number — It could be more devastating than a Cat 5 Former Federal Emergency Management Director Craig Fugate has some advice for people following storms: Don't judge their severity on how big a number they've been assigned The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2024
Here's what seems to work in Miami to keep deaths down as temperatures soar Despite a record 46-day streak of triple digit feels-like temperatures, Miami’s unprecented brutal summer last year wasn’t that deadly, contrasting with the rest of the nation where federal records show heat fatalities nationally spiked to a 45-year high The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2024
The Independent UK · Jul 9, 2024 Some power restored in Houston after Hurricane Beryl, while storm spawns tornadoes as it moves east Power has started to come back for some of the millions of homes and businesses left in the dark when Hurricane Beryl slammed into the Houston area
The Texas Tribune · Jul 8, 2024 Tropical Storm Beryl: How to get help and help Texans Officials warn of continued flooding and other risks as Beryl leaves. Groups are mobilizing to help affected Texans.
Latin Times · Jul 8, 2024 June was the warmest month on record worldwide, high temperatures not expected to end anytime soon June was the 13th month in a row to rank as the warmest respective month in Copernicus' database which dates back to 1940.
Top News · Jul 8, 2024 Two Dangerous Tornadoes Hit Texas-Louisiana Border National Weather Service warns of two dangerous tornadoes near Texas-Louisiana border, urging residents to seek shelter and stay safe.
Top News · Jul 8, 2024 Heat Wave Shatters Records Across U.S., Death Valley Tragedy Severe heat wave in the US leads to record-breaking temperatures, fatalities, and wildfires, emphasizing the importance of safety and preparedness.
Evening Standard · Jul 8, 2024 Hurricane Beryl lashes Texas as flights cancelled and one million Houston residents without power The storm battered Houston with heavy rains and winds on Monday
The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2024 Is it a hurricane or a tropical storm? Here's a breakdown of extreme weather terms Beryl regained hurricane strength over the weekend after a short downgrade to a tropical storm as it weakened over land
Top News · Jul 8, 2024 Hurricane Beryl Hits Texas Coast Near Matagorda Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Texas, bringing strong winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding. Stay informed and prioritize safety during this cha...
International Business Times · Jul 8, 2024 Texas Hunkers Down As Hurricane Beryl Hits Coast Hurricane Beryl made landfall Monday in the southern US state of Texas, where some residents were evacuated over warnings of flooding and power outages. The National Weather Service issued a tornado alert for parts of Texas including Houston, which is home to 2.3 million people.
France 24 · Jul 7, 2024 Record-breaking heat wave scorches millions across the US, fueling wildfires A long-running heat wave is threatening roughly 130 million people across the US with record-breaking temperatures from coast to coast, setting the stage for more potential records in the coming days. The National Weather Service has extended excessive heat warnings, as cities like Ukiah, Livermore, Las Vegas, and Phoenix report…
The Independent UK · Jul 7, 2024 Torrid heat bakes millions of people in large swaths of US, setting records and fanning wildfires Roughly 130 million people are under threat from a long-running heat wave that has shattered records with dangerously high temperatures