High winds trigger warnings, outages and travel disruptions

 

United States — High winds and storm systems swept parts of the country this week, prompting warnings, disruptions and measures. Meteorological agencies and utility companies issued high wind warnings and watches from the Plains to the Northeast, forecasting gusts ranging from 30 to over 70 mph in exposed areas. Transit...

Cold Front Brings Rain, Gusts, Sharp Temperature Drop

 

United States: Meteorologists reported a fast-moving cold front that produced widespread rain, scattered thunderstorms and gusty winds across the Southeast, Midwest and Mid-Atlantic Thursday into Friday. Forecast teams said showers began late Thursday, intensified during evening commutes, and produced pockets of locally heavy rain with totals ranging from a few...

High winds blow through Idaho, injure two children

 

TWIN FALLS, Idaho — Strong winds and gusts from a fast-moving storm on Wednesday toppled aging trees and power lines, critically injuring two children at a school bus stop and causing widespread power outages and road closures across southern Idaho. Emergency crews including Twin Falls Fire Department, Magic Valley Paramedics...

Trump Administration Moves to Dismantle NCAR Climate Lab

 

Washington — The Trump administration announced this week that it will break up the National Center for Atmospheric Research (NCAR) in Boulder, Colorado, citing concerns of "climate alarmism," OMB Director Russ Vought said on social media. USA Today reported the plan could include closing NCAR’s Mesa Laboratory, while UCAR said...

Michigan lawmakers, residents confront data center expansion

 

Lansing: State legislators and residents clashed this week over rapid hyperscale data center expansion across Michigan, prompting protesters to rally at the Capitol Tuesday and demand moratoriums and transparency. Lawmakers introduced bills to repeal sales tax exemptions and regulate water use, utility costs and disclosure agreements. Utilities warned repeal could...

Western US Storm Brings Dangerous Winds, Fire Risk

 

Denver and regional forecasters warn of strong winds and elevated fire danger Wednesday as a fast-moving Pacific storm sweeps the northern Rockies. National Weather Service offices have issued High Wind Warnings, Red Flag Warnings, and Blizzard Watches for portions of Colorado, Montana, Wyoming, North Dakota and Minnesota. Meteorologists predict gusts...

Levee Breaches Trigger Evacuations Across Western Washington Communities

 

Tukwila, Washington — A breached levee on the Green River triggered flash-flood warnings, evacuations and emergency repairs Monday after a week of heavy rain. National Weather Service alerts first warned thousands potentially at risk before officials narrowed the evacuation area to roughly 1,100 homes in parts of Kent, Renton and...

Nationwide cold starts, midweek warming, rain Thursday expected

 

United States weather services reported a widespread cold start Monday, with wind chills in the teens and 20s across multiple regions. Local forecasts described freezing lows and hard freezes overnight, especially inland and snowbelt areas, while coastal zones saw wind advisories and gusts. Temperatures rebounded midweek into the 50s–70s regionally...

Arctic Blast Hits Northwest; Widespread Flooding Forces Evacuations

 

MONROE, Wash. — On Saturday, arctic air swept south from Canada into parts of the northern United States, while Pacific Northwest communities confronted catastrophic flooding that forced thousands to evacuate. Emergency crews rescued residents, including Eddie Wicks and his wife, after floodwaters transformed fields into lakes and enveloped homes Thursday....

Arctic Front Brings Dangerous Cold Across U.S. Regions

 

United States. Forecasters warn an incoming Arctic front will plunge temperatures across multiple states beginning Sunday, bringing snow, winds, and wind chills through Monday. National Weather Service offices and local TV teams issued Cold Weather Advisories, First Alert Weather Days, and Winter Storm Warnings for affected areas from the Southeast...