AccuWeather Daily
AccuWeather Daily is a short podcast that delivers the top trending weather story of the day. Each episode provides a brief update on significant weather events worldwide. The podcast is produced by AccuWeather, a leading weather forecasting service. It offers listeners a quick and informative look at the most important weather news.
Episodes
Hurricane Simon is unloading rain and wind in Mexico as a new tropical threat brews
Hurricane Simon's path south of the United States is being delayed as Tropical Storm Trudy is expected to become a Category 4 hurricane, bringing more flooding rain, dangerous surf and strong winds to Mexico.
Also, England's Sycamore Gap 'Robin Hood' tree sprouts new life 3 years after vandals cut it down
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Flooding downpours and gusty storms to target the Plains through Thursday; plus, flooding downpours and gusty storms to target the Plains through Thursday
Coldest air of the season so far on the way for Northeast, snowflakes possible
Also, a slow-moving storm from the Rockies will link up with tropical moisture, bringing flooding downpours and travel delays from Texas to Illinois.
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Dry weather aids Isaias recovery across the South; plus, a drastic drop in a Penguin population is cause for concern
Dry weather will bring a break for communities cleaning up after Isaias across the South.
Also, the decline of penguins on Zavodovski island can be linked to human-driven climate change, the report concludes.
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Three storms will make landfall in the span of just a couple of days
Rachel is nearing California, Isaias is closing in on the Gulf Coast, and the latest, Simon, is tracking towards Mexico.
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Kelvin wave heads for US West Coast, adding to California's coastal erosion threat; plus, Isaias may spin up tornadoes
In October, sea levels in California could run about 6 inches above normal, which would worsen coastal erosion and create problems during King Tides.
Also, flooding rain, storm surge and high winds near the eye of the hurricane are not the only concerns with Isaias this weekend. There is a risk of tornadoes as well.
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Tropical Storm Isaias forms in Gulf, to become Atlantic's first hurricane before striking US
Tropical Storm Isaias is forecast to strengthen into the first hurricane of the 2026 Atlantic season and bring flooding rain and high winds to the U.S. central Gulf Coast this weekend.
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Summerlike heat grips L.A., San Diego: When will it end?; plus, Hurricane Nolo now Typhoon Nolo
Mother Nature remains stuck in summer mode across the much of the West, where temperatures in the 90s and 100s will topple record highs into this week.
Also, crossing over into the Western Pacific basin, Hurricane Nolo has become Typhoon Nolo, and the storm isn't done yet.
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A Gulf Coast tropical threat emerges; plus, the coldest air of the season to bring a freeze risk to Northeast and Great Lakes
Tropical development is possible in the Gulf this week as rounds of heavy rain raise the flash flood risk across the Southeast.
Also, summerlike warmth will be replaced by the first widespread frost of the season as temperatures drop to their lowest levels in months.
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Happy New Year, Mars! Red Planet begins its 39th year; plus, October stargazing events
With days slightly longer than Earth’s and years nearly twice as long, the Red Planet follows a different calendar.
Also, Saturn reaches opposition in early October, offering its best viewing of the year, before the Orionid meteor shower brings shooting stars from debris left behind by Halley’s Comet.
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Heavy rain to soak Southeast, mid-Atlantic as Northeast dries out this weekend
Repeated rounds of heavy rain will increase the risk of flash flooding across the Southeast and mid-Atlantic this weekend, while much of the Northeast dries out after last weekend's nor'easter.
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Nor’easter exposes likely 1884 shipwreck on Nantucket; also, a 121-year-old Atlantic hurricane record could be broken in October
Gale-force winds wrecked the Warren Sawyer on Nantucket’s south shore 142 years ago. This weekend’s storm stripped away enough sand to expose what appears to be part of it.
Also, the Atlantic has yet to produce a hurricane in 2026, putting the season within reach of a record set in 1905 for the latest first hurricane. AccuWeather is now forecasting 0-2 hurricanes through the end of the season.
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Triple flood threat in the central, southern US fueled by Pacific hurricanes; plus, an emergency ferry back to Hatteras Island
A three-pronged flooding event will spread a significant deluge of rainfall across the Southwest and the Plains this week, connected to two recent hurricanes in the Pacific.
Also, about 1,000 feet of highway were damaged by the nor’easter, prompting the emergency route’s first activation since 2013.
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Powerful Hurricane Polo to roar ashore in Mexico with life-threatening conditions
Polo's time at sea is about to come to an end as the once 180-mph Category 5 hurricane will take a northeast turn and make two landfalls in northwestern Mexico during the last days of September.
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Water demand: the double-edged sword of data centers
America’s data centers, now totaling 5,000 and counting, consume nearly half a billion gallons of water each day.
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California declares state of emergency ahead of 'potentially historic' El Niño; plus, Nor’easter to bring major coastal flooding
The proclamation mobilizes resources as officials prepare for flooding, landslides, damaging waves and other severe weather.
Also, a strengthening September nor’easter will worsen coastal flooding from North Carolina to New York through Friday, then threaten New England with damaging winds, power outages and heavy rain this weekend.
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Atlantic broke a 112-year record; also, a tropical depression will intensify, threatening Hawaii
The Atlantic has never gone this late without a hurricane since modern satellite tracking began in 1966.
Also, a slow-moving tropical depression is poised to intensify and raise the risk of prolonged downpours, flooding and mudslides across Hawaii, with the greatest impacts expected on the Big Island.
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Significant September Nor’easter: Storm to cause coastal flooding, beach erosion; plus a rare high-elevation tornado in Utah mountains at 7,500 feet
Autumn officially begins Tuesday evening and the atmosphere may soon deliver a damaging early-season nor’easter with tropical moisture that could bring rain, strong winds and erosive surf on the mid-Atlantic coast.
Also, a tornado touched down in the mountains of Utah last week, a rare example of how tornadoes can happen almost anywhere.
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Tropical Storm Fay becomes sixth named storm of Atlantic hurricane season; plus, Monarch butterflies are heading south
Fay became the sixth named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season and is forecast to remain away from land as AccuWeather experts track additional areas for development later in September.
Also, cooling weather and changing winds are helping monarch butterflies begin an extraordinary journey of up to 3,000 miles.
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Flooding rain risk to return to Plains, Midwest and Northeast; plus, Man and his dog found alive after 7 days in remote Wyoming wilderness
Rounds of heavy rain will raise the risk of flooding across the Plains and Midwest before reaching the Northeast this weekend, while bringing drought relief to some hard-hit areas, yet perhaps slowing harvest operations.
Also, search crews and members of the public spent a week looking for Jonathan Bailey and Wrigley in the Wind River Range.
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North American monsoon surge to bring risks to western US; plus, risk of 'extraordinary' coastal El Niño rises in Peru
A surge of monsoon moisture will bring downpours and flash flooding to parts of the Southwest, while dry thunderstorms heighten the wildfire risk in the Northwest into the weekend.
Also, the conditions significantly increase the threat of torrential rains, widespread flooding and severe damage to Peru's infrastructure.
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Harvested rainwater could help cities beat the heat; plus, human remains found are believed to be a Helene victim
A Tokyo modeling study suggests spraying stored rainwater on rooftops could reduce extreme heat and air-conditioning demand.
Also, authorities are investigating the discovery in Washington County, one of the areas affected by catastrophic flooding from the hurricane.
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2026 Atlantic hurricane season: 2 areas could boost tropical activity; plus, why is summer heat sending more Americans to the ER?
El Niño has stifled Atlantic tropical activity, but AccuWeather meteorologists are tracking two areas for possible development, including one near the United States Gulf Coast.
Also, heat-related ER visit rates would have been 27% lower without human-caused warming, Climate Central estimates
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New heat dome to build in south-central, southeastern US in mid-September; plus, super El Niño-fueled fires destroyed huge tracts of this country before
Over a dozen states from the Plains to the Atlantic and Gulf coasts will experience a late-summer heat wave during the middle of September.
Also, wildfires are ripping across parts of Indonesia, destroying peatland and smothering the country in a toxic smoke so thick, people are struggling to breathe.
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California's record heat to fade as Western cooldown brings snow to Northwest mountains; plus, what is a doublet?
A sharp cooldown will sweep across the West, bringing chilly rain, small hail and a bit of snow to the high country of the Cascades, Olympics and Rockies this weekend.
Also, doublets is a phenomenon that has no strict definition, but involves similarly sized earthquakes occurring close together.
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Nicolas Cage's Malibu home affected by massive sinkhole caused by Marie; plus, California marine rescues sees surge in sea lions
The 30-foot-deep collapse swallowed the driveway of Nicolas Cage’s beachfront home and cut off emergency access to 31 residences.
Also, more than 100 sick sea lions have been rescued this year, surpassing the Marine Mammal Center’s annual average.
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Heat to bake California as waves hammer coastline this week; plus, spotted lanternflies have spread to 22 states and here to stay
A late-summer heat wave will push temperatures well into the 90s and low 100s as waves from Marie and other storms continue to break along California's coast.
Also, a new map shows how far the invasive insect has spread across the U.S., and a Penn State expert explains why it could be months before cold weather kills them off.
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Atlantic poised to break hurricane record; plus, climbers rescued from Mount Shasta said they 'relied too much on AI'
The Atlantic hurricane season reaches its climatological peak this week, and AccuWeather meteorologist are monitoring just one area for potential development.
Also, three climbers became stranded overnight with inadequate food, water and emergency supplies after planning their trip using YouTube, AllTrails and AI.
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Scientists race to save one of the world’s rarest plants after stranded sailor sparks wildfire
Up to 80% of Santa Rosa Island’s rare Torrey pines may die after a wildfire linked to a stranded sailor’s mishap swept across the remote California island.
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Scientists detect mysterious signal nearly 1 mile underground in South Dakota; plus, your Labor Day weekend forecast
Scientists in South Dakota detected an unusual particle interaction that has resisted other explanations. Researchers say it appeared where they would expect dark matter to show up.
Also, the best bet for rain-free weather for the Labor Day weekend will be in the middle of the nation due to a heat dome. Meanwhile, showers and storms will roam the edges from the West to the Canada border and in th
Midwest and East at risk for damaging storms and flash flooding into Friday; Chicago heat leaves Lake Shore Drive bridge stuck; and a huge 6.6-inch hailstone sets Illinois state record
Rounds of severe weather and torrential downpours will roll from parts of the Midwest to portions of the Atlantic Coast through at least Friday. Expect power outages and travel disruptions.
Also, a Chicago fireboat sprayed water on the DuSable Lake Shore Drive Bridge after a heat-related malfunction snarled traffic Wednesday.
And hail larger than a grapefruit fell in Illinois earlier this year a
Edouard brings flooding to Texas after becoming 3rd storm to make US landfall this year; plus, the Gateway Arch will go dark to help migrating birds
Edouard moved ashore near Johnson Bayou, Louisiana, bringing flooding rain, storm surge and gusty winds. More than 81,000 customers in Texas were without power heading into Tuesday night.
Also, the Gateway Arch in St. Louis will turn off its exterior lights each night in September as billions of birds migrate south across North America, including many along the Mississippi Flyway.
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Tropical Storm Edouard tracking toward Texas; plus, Death toll in Nepali floods surpasses 1000 with thousands still missing
Strengthening Tropical Storm Edouard is tracking toward Texas bringing rounds of heavy rain and a growing flash flooding risk along the Gulf Coast.
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Tropical rainstorm to unleash flooding downpours along Gulf Coast; plus, NASA's Roman Space Telescope hopes to unravel the invisible universe
A tropical rainstorm tracking toward Texas will bring rounds of heavy rain and a growing flash flooding risk along the Gulf Coast.
Also, NASA’s new observatory, the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, has lifted off to solve the universe’s enduring mysteries.
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Tropical Storm Dolly formed in Atlantic; the fall foliage forecast 2026; and Bonnaroo canceled in 2027
Tropical Storm Dolly has formed over the south-central Atlantic, but hostile wind shear may threaten its survival near the Caribbean. Downpours and rough seas are forecast for the Lesser Antilles regardless.
Plus, New England, upstate New York and parts of California could see vibrant fall colors this year, while drought and wildfire stress may dull leaves in the Rockies and parts of the East.
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Could a tropical wave beat the odds and become Dolly, the Atlantic's first hurricane?
An Atlantic tropical wave could become Tropical Storm Dolly, but hostile wind shear may threaten its survival prior to reaching the Caribbean. Heavy rain and rough seas could still reach the Lesser Antilles.
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Global ocean heat breaks record months after its usual peak; plus, weather played a role in Dolly Parton’s songs
A strengthening El Niño and unusually warm Atlantic waters pushed the global average sea-surface temperature to a new high in August.
Also, from destructive winds to hopeful blue skies, weather has shaped some of Parton’s most memorable music. The country music legend died at 80 on Aug. 25.
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Atlantic hurricane season comes alive with 2 tropical threats emerging; plus, Hawaii recovering from Lala
AccuWeather meteorologists are tracking two areas for tropical development near Bermuda and off Africa as Atlantic hurricane season begins its historical surge and El Niño intensifies.
Also, Moke brought Hawaii a second tropical scare in one week, but crews can again focus on restoring power and repairing damage left by Hurricane Lala.
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Tropical Depression Moke to sideswipe Hawaii with heavy rain, renewed flood risk; plus, a visitor dies in Death Valley after becoming stranded in 116-degree heat
Moke will travel close enough to Hawaii to bring enough rain to cause flash flooding on the Big Island later this weekend to early this week.
Also, a 68 year old visitor to Death Valley died after the car he was riding in got stuck.
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Fall allergy forecast: Weed, grass pollen to surge in parts of US
AccuWeather’s 2026 fall allergy forecast shows weed pollen will be a widespread concern, while grass pollen remains highest in parts of the East and Midwest.
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Atlantic hurricane forecast changes as peak season approaches
The updated forecast calls for fewer storms overall, but the expected number of direct U.S. impacts remains at three to five.
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Shark sightings are up in the warming waters off Southern California; plus, a taste of autumn coming to Midwest and the Northeast
A marine heatwave is helping bring more sharks, including unusual warm-water species, north toward beaches in Southern California.
Also, waves of cooler, less humid air will sweep from the Midwest to the interior Northeast into early next week, but the setup will also bring gusty storms, downpours and a risk of flash flooding.
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Lake Powell sinks to record low as Colorado River crisis deepens
Lake Powell is now only about 30 feet above the minimum elevation needed for Glen Canyon Dam to generate hydroelectricity normally.
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Dangerous heat dome to reign across the South with little relief through Monday; plus, Lala floods Hawaii
Record high temperatures could be challenged as a heat dome sends temperatures soaring across the South. AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures will surge toward 115.
Also, flash flooding swept homes off their foundations on the Big Island, prompting a search and rescue late Saturday. Two-day rain totals have surpassed 3 feet in some locations.
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Lala could become the first hurricane to make landfall on Hawaii’s Big Island; plus, thousands remain without power in Indiana after derecho
A hurricane warning has been issued for the Big Island of Hawaii as residents brace for significant rain and wind from Lala.
Also, the destruction began Tuesday when a powerful line of thunderstorms raced across the Midwest, producing widespread damaging winds from Illinois into Indiana and Ohio.
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Cristobal spins in Atlantic, another storm may follow soon
Cristobal continues to spin in the open Atlantic and poses no threat to land. However, a budding storm much farther south could bring impacts to the Caribbean starting this weekend.
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Sesame Street takes on extreme weather with new special and family resources
The new initiative comes as Sesame Workshop cites research showing children born in 2020 are projected to experience 2 to 7 times as many extreme weather events as those born in 1960.
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Tropics showing signs of life in the Atlantic; plus, Spokane officials are warn of toxic debris after wildfires ravaged the area
Two areas of interest in the Atlantic will track towards the Caribbean, but dry air and wind shear may play a limiting factor.
Also, evacuation zones are shrinking around Spokane after destructive wildfires forced tens of thousands from their homes, but officials warn that ash, damaged structures and lingering smoke can pose serious health risks. Elevated fire weather will continue through Wednes
Fall forecast 2026: Summer warmth may linger US as El Niño intensifies
The start of autumn is just weeks away, but it may take longer than usual for chilly air to settle across the United States. Read AccuWeather's full breakdown of the 2026 fall forecast.
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Thick wildfire smoke causes dangerous air quality in the Northwest, plus, Hawaii could face tropical storm threat in mid-August
Air quality levels reached the very unhealthy category in eastern Washington Monday morning as wildfires in the area coated the Northwest with dangerous smoke.
Also, an area of tropical interest may develop in the eastern Pacific and approach Hawaii by mid-August, bringing the risk of heavy rain, rough surf, flooding and damaging winds.
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Much of East to stay steamy into middle of August in between storms; also, Spokane wildfires destroy more than 700 structures, force up to 67,000 to evacuate
AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures will approach the 100-degree mark later this week in major cities across the eastern U.S. as the dog days of summer drag on.
Plus, extreme fire weather, drought and wind fueled explosive fire growth as several blazes swept through eastern Washington.
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Good news, bad news for wildfire weather situation in western US
As fire weather evolves in the western United States, some dangerous factors will remain while some conditions may aid firefighting efforts into next week.
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Northwest wildfire danger remains very high as heat, wind and smoke worsen air quality; plus, 2026 tornado count: Illinois way up, Texas way down
Dangerous wildfire conditions are forecast to persist across the Pacific Northwest this week as areas of dense smoke and poor air quality affect the region and downwind of active fires.
Also, Illinois has already seen more tornado reports than it has in any year since records began, while "tornado alley" states like Texas are lagging behind this year in the annual tornado tally.
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August night sky has a rare double feature with eclipse, meteor shower
The first total solar eclipse since 2024 will be followed hours later by one of the most popular meteor showers of the year. Plus, an impressive lunar eclipse will wrap up the month.
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Western heat dome fuels growing wildfire, flood threats
A dangerous heat dome will push Southwest temperatures near 120 this weekend as wildfire danger surges in the Northwest and sporadic thunderstorms threaten flash flooding from the Rockies to the Great Basin and deserts.
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Atlantic hurricane update: How El Niño could reshape the rest of the season; plus a rainstorm will drench Lollapalooza
The peak of the Atlantic hurricane season is approaching, but the strengthening El Niño will play a significant role in how many storms develop this year.
Also, as long as a rainstorm with embedded thunder keeps moving, the Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago should not be a total rainout. The passing storm should keep heat to a minimum.
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15-year-old boy killed, 4 injured in lightning strike on Colorado summit; plus, a severe storm threat expands into the Southeast before shifting west through this week
The AccuWeather Lightning Network™ detected 29 lightning strikes within 5 miles of the Mount Blue Sky summit during a 13-minute window.
Also, a multi-day severe weather threat will bring damaging winds and flash flooding to parts of the East Coast before expanding into the Southeast and Plains later this week.
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Wildfire smoke spreads to Canada, Northeast as northwestern US fires multiply; plus, hurricane Genevieve becomes a monster Category 5 while Fausto slices north of Hawaii
Wildfires ignited by lightning are expanding across the Northwest as heat and drought persist, sending smoke across the northern U.S. and southern Canada and raising concerns over dangerous air quality.
Also, as Hurricane Fausto passes north of Hawaii with fringe impacts, Hurricane Genevieve is stealing the show in the Pacific reaching Category 5 intensity on Monday.
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Southeastern US waters to remain tropical-trouble spot in early August
While nothing is imminent in the Atlantic as far as tropical activity is concerned in the wake of Bertha, waters surrounding the southeastern United States remain a zone to watch through mid-August.
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Hurricane Fausto churns in the eastern Pacific: Is Hawaii at risk? Plus, after Texas floods, volunteers race to reunite displaced pets with families
"Hawaii will need to monitor the progress of Fausto, as it is forecast to move near or just north of the islands around the middle of next week," AccuWeather Lead Hurricane Expert Alex DaSilva said.
Also, from soaked kittens to dogs separated from families who lost everything, volunteers are racing to bring Kerr County’s smallest flood survivors home.
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Wreckage of Pan Am plane found 74 years after it crashed off Puerto Rico
Although all passengers survived the initial impact, only 17 people would be rescued, and the rest would be lost with the quickly sinking plane – a result that investigators would blame in part on a lack of safety briefings and that would spur changes in the aviation industry.
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Tropical Storm Bertha strengthens, to make landfall in Louisiana; plus, continued risks of severe storms in eastern US
Tropical Storm Bertha expected to track across the Gulf, bringing flooding rain, gusty winds, dangerous surf and rough seas from Florida to Louisiana and coastal Texas.
Also, the threat of damaging winds, flash flooding, tornadoes and travel disruptions to continue as severe thunderstorms sweep across the mid-Atlantic and the Southeast through midweek.
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Tropical Storm Bertha strengthens, to make landfall along Gulf Coast this week
Tropical Storm Bertha expected to track across the Gulf, bringing flooding rain, gusty winds, dangerous surf and rough seas from Florida to Louisiana and perhaps Texas.
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Earth's ‘Black Box’ will record ‘every step’ humanity takes toward catastrophe
A disused airport in Tasmania’s rugged West Coast will soon be home to an angular steel structure with a confronting purpose: document the ‘demise of the planet’
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Flash flood emergency underway in Texas Hill Country after rivers surge from extreme rain
The Guadalupe River at Center Point rose 32 feet in 4 hours and is forecast to crest near levels seen during the catastrophic July 4, 2025, flood.
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'Dangerous' air quality as thick wildfire smoke shrouds the sky for millions; plus, NYC's Legionnaires’ bacteria outbreak reaches 60 cases
Smoke from wildfires burning in Ontario have caused air quality to reach "dangerous" levels across Canada, and the northeastern and midwestern United States. And it could get worse before conditions improve.
Also, towers on 76 buildings on the Upper East Side have tested positive for the bacteria, the city’s Department of Health and Mental Hygiene said Tuesday.
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Could the US stop changing clocks? What permanent daylight saving time means
The Sunshine Protection Act would make daylight saving time permanent across most of the U.S., but it still needs approval from the full House and Senate.
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'Steam-cooker' pattern grips the Central, East as heat and humidity peak
As a heat dome expands from the Plains to the Northeast into midweek, residents are urged to take precautions to protect themselves and their pets against the uncomfortable and dangerous conditions.
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Pacific poised for tropical surge as Atlantic remains mostly quiet
Atlantic hurricane activity is expected to remain limited through late July, but the Gulf Coast isn’t off the hook; meanwhile, the eastern Pacific is gearing up for a burst of tropical storms and possible hurricanes.
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Texas boy struck by lightning while playing video games; plus, the next heat dome on the way for the Midwest and perhaps East again
A Texas boy struck by lighting while using his computer says he's lucky to be alive.
Also, a new heat dome is set to expand across the central and eastern US, bringing dangerous heat, oppressive humidity and AccuWeather RealFeel® Temperatures of 105-115 degrees next week.
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Global oceans break June temperature record with fears they’re headed into ‘uncharted territory’; plus, Neil the Seal returned to Tasmania
The planet’s oceans are at unprecedented temperatures for this time of year, breaking the June temperature record, according to new data, with alarming implications for global weather and marine life.
Also, Neil the Seal, the beloved 2,200-pound southern elephant seal , returned for molting season as officials remind people to keep a safe distance.
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Tornado in Alaska? Plus, a heat dome to broil western US ahead of North American monsoon
Tornadoes are extremely rare in Alaska, with only 11 documented since 1950.
Also, a new heat dome is building in the United States this week. This time it will focus on the West first, then shift toward the Midwest. Storms associated with the North American monsoon will follow the heat in the West.
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Atlantic hurricane season off to a slow start as El Niño strengthens
While activity has ramped up in the Pacific Ocean over the last month, the Atlantic activity levels have been on the quieter side. Find out what factors could lead to an uptick in activity as the month goes on.
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Extreme heat to shift west into mid-July prior to return of annual monsoon
An uptick in heat through midmonth will be followed by humidity as the monsoon kicks in later in July, keeping the risk for wildfires high. A high wildfire risk exists for much of the Southwest through this weekend and a very high risk for southeast Utah and southwest Colorado, where the largest wildfires are burning.
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Thunderstorms to circle massive heat furnace into Fourth of July
The same heat dome driving dangerous temperatures will also steer severe thunderstorms into parts of the United States before and during the Independence Day weekend.
Also, a sunrise view in Yellowstone National Park showed snow still clinging to the mountains even as much of the U.S. swelters in summer heat.
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Why heat waves can turn deadly: AccuWeather index tracks duration and intensity
As dangerous heat builds, AccuWeather’s HeatWave Severity Index shows how duration and intensity can raise the risk of heat-related illness.
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Asteroid Day marks 1908 Siberian impact as scientists prepare for surge of new discoveries
More than a century after an asteroid exploded over Tunguska, astronomers are preparing for a new era of asteroid detection and planetary defense
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Fourth of July week furnace: Dangerous heat dome for 250 million people
A major heat wave will grip close to three dozen states in the days leading up to the Fourth of July and could put millions at risk for heat-related illness.
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Fourth of July weather forecast: Heat, storms and smoke ahead; plus, two humpback whales traveled more than 9,000 miles
Millions of Americans will face a mix of heat, thunderstorms and wildfire smoke over Independence Day weekend, with weather threatening travel delays and outdoor celebrations across parts of the U.S.
Also, decades of whale photos helped researchers identify two humpbacks that moved between breeding grounds on opposite sides of the Southern Hemisphere, a rare crossing documented between Australia
Building heat dome could spark tropical development near southern US in Atlantic andGulf
Warm Atlantic and Gulf waters, combined with the edge of a building heat dome, could allow storm clusters to organize into a tropical system as July begins.
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France recorded its hottest day ever as a heat wave intensified across Europe; plus, 'Extreme' weather fueling erratic wildfires in western US
Extreme temperatures have contributed to deaths, prompted school closures and driven residents to cooling spots across France.
Also, conditions conducive for explosive and highly dangerous wildfire development will unfold later this week and persist through this weekend over a large part of the interior western United States.
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