Which US counties are most at risk of tornado damage?

The central and southern U.S. have the highest tornado risk, according to FEMA, but major cities have the highest total expected dollar loss.

Extreme weather, flooding influencing where millions in US decide to live, research shows

As people choose different areas to move to and try to get away from flooding hazards, storms with relentless precipitation are continuing to impact several U.S. regions, and it’s taking its toll on infrastructure.

How much snow has to fall for DC's Metro to shut down?

A winter storm impacted the Northeast Tuesday, as a mix of rain and snow worked its way into the D.C. area.

Snow in Maryland, Virginia makes for slippery commute in DC area

A mix of rain and snow worked its way into the D.C. area Tuesday morning, with areas to the northwest of the District seeing a steady snowfall. 

How much snow has to fall for NYC's subway to shut down?

New York City's subways and trains could be shut down in a bad snowstorm. Here’s what you need to know.

January was the world's warmest on record, scientists say

Record-setting heat in 2023 has continued into 2024, with heat records on land and sea already broken during the year's first month.

Rare earthquake reported off the coast of Cape Canaveral, Florida

A rare earthquake was reported off the coast of Cape Canaveral, Florida, on Wednesday night, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

Category 6 needed on hurricane wind scale due to warming climate, study says

Since 1980, half of the 197 tropical cyclones rated a Category 5 happened within the past 17 years. Five of the storms would have met the hypothetical Category 6, according to the study.

Icy road conditions with wind chills following Friday snowfall in DC, Maryland & Virginia

After a day of steady snowfall, the cold is not going anywhere, and the weather team is tracking gusty cold winds and dangerous wind chills in D.C., Maryland, and Virginia.

DC snow emergency guide: How to navigate snowfall in the DC region this winter

A consistent snowfall is underway in the D.C. region and road conditions, closings and delays, along with the snow accumulation are all major concerns.

Best sledding and tubing spots in DC, Maryland & Virginia

Steady snowfall continues to take over D.C., Maryland, and Virginia., more than enough to close schools and federal government offices, creating the perfect snow day.

School closures: DC, Maryland & Virginia closings and delays for Friday, January 19

A few school systems in the Washington, D.C. region have already announced closings or delayed opening times for Friday, January 19 ahead of another blast of winter weather expected Friday morning.