Richmond, Kentucky — Deadly flash flooding fueled by torrential rainfall has claimed at least four lives in Kentucky, prompting Gov. Andy Beshear to declare a statewide emergency as rescue crews race to reach stranded residents and forecasters warn that more rain is still on the way. Communities across central and eastern Kentucky spent Saturday battling … Read more
Washington, D.C. — Millions of Americans could face dangerous and potentially historic heat just days before Independence Day celebrations as a powerful heat dome expands across much of the central and eastern United States. The National Weather Service (NWS) has already placed nearly 142 million people under heat alerts, with forecasters warning that the affected … Read more
United States — As Americans prepare to celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday on the Fourth of July, millions are already planning backyard barbecues, fireworks displays, parades, and family gatherings. While Independence Day is still days away, early weather forecasts are beginning to reveal what much of the country can expect during this historic holiday. Forecasters … Read more
Chicago, Illinois — Millions of Americans across the central and eastern United States are preparing for a volatile stretch of weather as rounds of severe thunderstorms are expected to arrive before an expansive heat dome settles over much of the country through the end of June and into early July. Meteorologists warn that the evolving … Read more
Seattle, Washington — A significant early-summer heat wave is pushing temperatures well above normal across western Washington, prompting weather officials to issue a heat advisory for millions of residents through midweek. Forecasters say temperatures across the Puget Sound region could rise 15 to 20 degrees above seasonal averages, bringing some of the hottest weather the … Read more
Baltimore, Maryland — After a day of widespread rainfall across central Maryland, residents can look forward to a refreshing change in weather as sunshine, lower humidity, and comfortable temperatures return for the middle of the week. Several areas received significant rainfall, helping to cool temperatures and temporarily reduce humidity levels. Forecasters say Wednesday will likely … Read more
Orlando, Florida — Central Florida residents are in for another stretch of intense summer weather as dangerous heat and scattered afternoon storms continue to dominate the forecast throughout the week. Forecasters say temperatures will climb quickly each day following morning fog in some locations, pushing heat index values well into the triple digits and creating … Read more
Wichita, Kansas — Residents across Kansas should prepare for several days of unsettled weather as multiple rounds of thunderstorms move through the state, bringing the potential for severe weather, heavy rainfall, and localized flooding. Forecasters say the most significant threat is expected Tuesday night into Wednesday morning when strong thunderstorms are forecast to sweep from … Read more
Houston, Texas — After a week marked by heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and localized flooding concerns, Southeast Texas is preparing for a much different weather pattern as a summer heat dome builds across the state. Forecasters say Houston will experience warmer temperatures, higher humidity, and increasingly uncomfortable conditions throughout the week as the first official days … Read more
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma — Millions of people across the southern United States are being urged to prepare for a prolonged period of heavy rainfall as repeated rounds of storms threaten to trigger dangerous flash flooding through the start of next week. The unsettled weather pattern arrives just as summer officially begins and many families prepare … Read more