Once-in-a-generation wind event caused deaths, extensive damage across Houston, meteorologist says

Meteorologists said the damage caused by windstorms, which killed 4 and could leave some residents of Houston without power for weeks, was comparable to that 'caused by a hurricane.'

An unusual autumn freeze grips parts of South America, giving Chile its coldest May in 74 years

Chileans are experiencing their coldest autumn in over 70 years, with temperatures dipping near freezing in Santiago, as a sudden cold front from Antartica has gripped parts of South America.

At least 3 dead after severe storms roll through Louisiana, Mississippi and other southern states

A string of storms across several southern states have killed two people in Louisiana and one person in Mississippi; this comes after one of the most 'active periods for twisters on record.'

Tennessee boy pulled into storm drain is not breathing on his own, dad says

Asher Sullivan's father, a superintendent in a Tennessee school district, said the "recovery does not seem possible" for his 10-yearr-old son, who was sucked into a storm drain during a freak storm.

Severe weather, tornadoes destroy nearly 50 homes in Kalamazoo County, Michigan

Nearly 50 homes were reportedly destroyed by severe weather, including tornadoes, last week in Kalamazoo County, Michigan. Dozens of others were seriously damaged.

3 confirmed dead, others trapped after billboard collapses during heavy rains in India's Mumbai

A billboard collapse in Mumbai's suburb of Ghatkopar resulted in three fatalities and 59 injuries during thunderstorms and heavy rain, according to officials.

Rare solar storm wows stargazers across America: 'So awesome!'

Historic geomagnetic conditions made the night sky light up across America Friday night with spectacular displays in all corners of the country.

Taliban reports at least 50 dead as flash floods wreak havoc in northern Afghanistan

Flash floods triggered by seasonal rains in northern Afghanistan's Baghlan province have left at least 50 people dead, according to the Taliban.

2 skiers confirmed dead in Utah avalanche, sheriff says

Two backcountry skiers were reported dead Thursday following an avalanche in the Wasatch Mountain Range outside Salt Lake City. A third skier was rescued.

Millions of people across Oklahoma, southern Kansas at risk of tornadoes and severe thunderstorms

Long-track tornados and baseball-sized hail are among the threats facing millions in the central U.S.; forecasters have issued a rare high risk warning for southern Kansas and central Oklahoma.

Arizona is boosting efforts to protect people from the extreme heat after hundreds died last summer

To help prevent heat-related deaths, Arizona's new heat officer Dr. Eugene Livar said he is working with nonprofit groups and local governments to ensure homes have working air conditioners.

Tourists airlifted from Kenyan reserve as freak floods continue

Tourists were evacuated by air Wednesday from the Maasai Mara national reserve in Kenya as devastating flash floods continued encroaching on the African nation.

Heavy rains leave at least 10 dead in southern Brazil

Heavy rains in Brazil's Rio Grande do Sul state have left at least 10 people dead and 21 others missing since Monday, according to national authorities.

2-year-old dead in Arizona after bounce house was swept away by wind

One child was killed and a second injured in Casa Grande, Arizona, after a bounce house was swept up by strong winds, according to local authorities.

Philippine schools cancel classes as major heat wave spreads across Southeast Asia

Millions of students in public schools across the Philippines are being ordered to stay home after urgent health warnings spread throughout Southeast Asia as major heatwave continues to hit region.

Why do we say ‘under the weather’ and other popular expressions? Here are 3 fun origin stories

Why do we use popular metaphorical expressions like "under the weather' and more? Here are three fun origin stories and meanings behind commonly used idioms in English.

Dangerous storms result in flash flooding, severe weather over Southern Plains

More life-threatening severe weather is expected over the Southern Plains, following reports of twisters ripping through the nation's heartland on Friday.

Tornado tears through suburban Omaha

A tornado touched down in suburban Omaha, Nebraska, on Friday afternoon, seriously damaging homes and shredding trees.

155 dead in Tanzania amid El Niño-induced flooding

155 people have been reported dead and over 200,000 otherwise affected by widespread flooding in Tanzania following weeks' worth of heavy rain.

Greek skies turn orange as dust clouds roll in from Sahara Desert

Skies over Greece's capital, Athens, turned an orange hue Tuesday as strong winds carried dust from the Sahara Desert across the Mediterranean Sea.

Shocking photos show 18th century farmhouse hanging dangerously over edge of cliff

A farmhouse built in the 18th century can be seen hanging dangerously over a cliff edge in Trimingham, Norfolk, England, after land erosion earlier in the month of April.

US implements new color-coded system to warn Americans about heat danger

A new color-coded heat warning system was introduced by the National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Earth Day, officials say.

4 dead, 10 missing as torrential rains drench southern China

At least 4 people have been killed and 10 others are missing after torrential rain swept across southern China; Zhaoqing city and Shaoguan city are among the hardest hit areas.

Is the East Coast on the brink of a major earthquake — and are we prepared?

A 4.8 magnitude earthquake jolted the East Coast earlier this month but what are the odds of a more powerful quake rocking the East Coast? And if it does, are we prepared?

CDC warns of extreme heat dangers amid ‘record-breaking high temperatures’

Many regions across the U.S. experienced “record-breaking high temperatures" in 2023 due to extreme heat, according to the CDC. Experts share risk factors and safety tips.