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US: Possible Tornado Spotted in Tazewell County as Severe Storms Batter Central Illinois

The National Weather Service issued tornado and severe thunderstorm warnings as severe storms swept through Central Illinois for a second straight night on Friday, April 3, bringing tornado sightings, hail, and flash flooding to the region. This video shows a possible tornado spotted in Delavan, Tazewell County.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 3

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest 2

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Severe Thunderstorms Bring Large Hail, Damaging Winds and Tornado Threat to Midwest

Severe thunderstorms swept across the Midwest on Thursday, March 26, 2026, bringing large hail, damaging winds, and tornado threats to Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. The National Weather Service issued watches and warnings across the region. Hail as large as baseball-sized was reported in some areas, while wind gusts reached up to 75 mph in parts of Central Illinois. Tornado watches were also issued for parts of Ohio. By midnight, the storms began to exit the region, leaving behind localized flooding and a sharp drop in temperatures.

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US: Winter Weather Advisory Issued for Vermont on First Day of Spring

Vermont braced for inches of snow on Friday, March 20, as the National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory for central and northern parts of the state, warning that hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute.

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US: Meteor Spotted in Allegheny County, Western Pennsylvania

A suspected meteorite landed near Cleveland, Ohio, on Tuesday morning, March 17, after a bright fireball was reported across multiple states, including Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York, and Michigan — and as far as Virginia and Canada. NASA and the National Weather Service confirmed the event, describing the space rock as weighing about 7 tons and traveling at nearly 45,000 mph. The impact released energy equivalent to 250 tons of TNT, rattling windows and triggering hundreds of emergency calls from alarmed residents.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 5

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds from Sunday, March 15 through Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 4

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds from Sunday, March 15 through Monday night. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 3

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Winter Storm Buries Michigan With Record Snow 2

A powerful winter storm hit Michigan, bringing record-breaking snowfall of up to 35 inches and strong winds on Monday, March 16. Trees and power lines were covered in ice, more than 126,000 households were without power, and schools and businesses were forced to close.

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US: Blizzard Slams Iowa With Whiteout Conditions 4

A powerful blizzard struck Iowa on Sunday, March 15, bringing dangerous conditions across much of the state. The National Weather Service issued Blizzard Warnings across a wide swath of the state, with snowfall accumulations of 6 inches or more possible across northern and eastern Iowa, and wind gusts threatening to reduce visibility to below a quarter mile.

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US: Blizzard Slams Iowa With Whiteout Conditions 3

A powerful blizzard struck Iowa on Sunday, March 15, bringing dangerous conditions across much of the state. The National Weather Service issued Blizzard Warnings across a wide swath of the state, with snowfall accumulations of 6 inches or more possible across northern and eastern Iowa, and wind gusts threatening to reduce visibility to below a quarter mile.

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US: Blizzard Slams Iowa With Whiteout Conditions 2

A powerful blizzard struck Iowa on Sunday, March 15, bringing dangerous conditions across much of the state. The National Weather Service issued Blizzard Warnings across a wide swath of the state, with snowfall accumulations of 6 inches or more possible across northern and eastern Iowa, and wind gusts threatening to reduce visibility to below a quarter mile.

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US: Blizzard Slams Iowa With Whiteout Conditions

A powerful blizzard struck Iowa on Sunday, March 15, bringing dangerous conditions across much of the state. The National Weather Service issued Blizzard Warnings across a wide swath of the state, with snowfall accumulations of 6 inches or more possible across northern and eastern Iowa, and wind gusts threatening to reduce visibility to below a quarter mile.

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US: Historic Blizzard Buries Rhode Island, Triggers Travel Ban

A powerful winter storm brought Rhode Island to a standstill Monday, February 23 dumping wind-driven snow, causing widespread power outages, and prompting a statewide travel ban that remained in effect into Tuesday. Snowfall reached historic levels, with more than 30 inches reported in some areas. The National Weather Service measured 32.8 inches at T. F. Green International Airport, breaking the state’s single-storm record set during the 1978 Blizzard.

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US: Powerful Bomb Cyclone Continues to Batter Northeast With Record Snow

A powerful “bomb cyclone” continued to batter the northeastern United States on Monday, February 23, leaving hundreds of thousands without power and dumping up to 3 feet of snow in some states. It triggered states of emergency across several states and brought up to 19 inches of snow to parts of New York City, forcing the Boston Globe to suspend its print edition for the first time in its 153-year history.

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US: Northern Arizona Battered by Winter Storm, Whiteout Conditions Hit High Country

A powerful winter storm has rocked Northern Arizona, damaging power lines and forcing school closures in Flagstaff and at the Grand Canyon. On February 18, the National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning for gusts up to 60 mph, which combined with snowfall to create dangerous whiteout conditions. The Flagstaff Unified School District cancelled all classes as a result, and unsettled winter weather is expected to persist through the week.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Flooding in Los Angeles 4

The video shows a trash can being swept away in Los Angeles on Monday, February 16, as heavy rain from a powerful storm system inundated parts of the city. The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings and advisories as rainfall intensified, raising risks of urban flooding, mudslides, and debris flows—especially in burn scar areas—while urging drivers to avoid flooded roads.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Flooding in Los Angeles

The video shows Waymo vehicles stalled on flooded roads in Los Angeles on Monday, February 16, as heavy rain from a powerful storm system inundated parts of the city. The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings and advisories as rainfall intensified, raising risks of urban flooding, mudslides, and debris flows—especially in burn scar areas—while urging drivers to avoid flooded roads.

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US: Heavy Rain Triggers Flash Flooding in Los Angeles 2

Heavy rain from a powerful storm system flooded parts of Los Angeles on Monday, February 16. The National Weather Service issued flash flood warnings and advisories as rainfall intensified, raising risks of urban flooding, mudslides, and debris flows—especially in burn scar areas—while urging drivers to avoid flooded roads.

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US: Arctic Front Triggers Snow Squall Warning Across Parts Of New Jersey

An arctic front moved through the Northeast on Friday, February 7, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a Snow Squall Warning for parts of New Jersey. This intense system brought sudden gusty winds and poor visibility, creating hazardous conditions across the area.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 3

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties. Video captures a plane landing at a snow-blanketed John Glenn Columbus International Airport.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions 2

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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US: Snow Squall Warnings Issued Across Ohio, Triggering Dangerous Travel Conditions

The National Weather Service issued multiple snow squall warnings for parts of Ohio on Tuesday, January 27, as intense bursts of snow and high winds created dangerous travel conditions. These fast-moving squalls produced heavy snowfall and wind gusts exceeding 35 mph, resulting in near-zero visibility across several counties.

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US: Long Lines Form at Gas Stations in Pennsylvania Ahead of Major Winter Storm

As dangerous cold grips Pennsylvania, on Friday, January 23, the National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning ahead of significant snowfall expected. Residents across the region formed long lines outside supermarkets and gas stations to secure essential supplies and fuel before the arrival of the major winter storm.

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US: Blowing Snow and Gusty Winds Sweep Iowa

Strong gusts caused blowing snow and low visibility in Iowa on Wednesday, January 21. The National Weather Service has issued extreme cold warnings for most of the state until Friday.

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US: Extreme Cold Watch in Effect in Iowa as Strong Gusts Create Dangerous Conditions

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook for Iowa, warning of high winds, snow, and an extended period of low temperatures. A wind advisory remained in effect until 11 p.m. Wednesday, January 21, for several counties. In northern and northeastern Iowa, strong gusts caused blowing snow and reduced visibility, potentially triggering blizzard conditions.

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US: Snow Squall Warning Issued for Kansas City Area

The National Weather Service issued a snow squall warning for parts of the Kansas City area on Friday, January 16, as a blast of snow severely decreased visibility.

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US: Fast-Moving Snow Bands Prompt Snow Squall Warnings in Pennsylvania

The National Weather Service issued Snow Squall Warnings for several counties in Pennsylvania on Sunday, January 11, as fast-moving snow bands create hazardous whiteout conditions and treacherous travel.

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Several Counties, WA

A cold weather system is moving through western Washington this week, bringing heavy snowfall of 2 to 4 feet to the mountains and wind gusts reaching 50 mph. In response to this major front, the National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Warning for several counties, including King, Snohomish, and Pierce. The warning remains in effect until 4:00 PM today, Thursday, January 8, as hazardous travel and whiteout conditions continue to impact mountain passes.

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US: Winter Storm Warning Issued for Upstate New York on New Year’s Eve

The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Warning for central and western New York on New Year's Eve, as lake-effect snow and strong winds battered the region.

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US: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility as Winter Storm Batters Minnesota 2

A major winter storm swept through the Midwest on Sunday, December 28, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a blizzard warning for several states. As strong winds whipped across Minnesota, roads were blanketed with snow and visibility was severely reduced. Governor Tim Walz has authorized the National Guard to support emergency winter storm operations.

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US: Blizzard Conditions Reduce Visibility as Winter Storm Batters Minnesota

A major winter storm swept through the Midwest on Sunday, December 28, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a blizzard warning for several states. As strong winds whipped across Minnesota, roads were blanketed with snow and visibility was severely reduced. Governor Tim Walz has authorized the National Guard to support emergency winter storm operations.

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US: Tornado Warnings Issued Across Central Illinois as Cold Front Brings Damaging Winds

The National Weather Service issued tornado warnings and watches across much of central Illinois on Sunday, December 28, as a powerful cold front moved through the state, bringing threats of damaging winds and tornadoes. A confirmed tornado was reported in Long Creek, near Decatur, where flying debris caused damage to roofs, windows, and trees.

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US: West Connecticut Sees Heavy Snowfall

Western Connecticut saw heavy snowfall on Tuesday, December 23, with more than 3 inches of snow recorded in New Fairfield, according to the National Weather Service. This video shows big snowflakes falling on the road in West Canaan..

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US: Heavy Rain from Winter Storm Triggers Flooding in Willits, California

The National Weather Service issued a flood warning for Willits on Sunday morning, December 21, amid rising water levels. The area is forecast to receive between 1 and 3 inches of rain through Monday, December 22, with higher totals possible at higher elevations. The National Weather Service warns motorists never to attempt to cross flooded roadways. From Arcata to Shelter Cove, heavy rain inundated valleys and caused creeks to overflow their banks, and turned roads into rivers of fast-moving muddy water.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 3

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area 2

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: First Major Snow of Season Blankets New York City 2

New York City experienced its first significant snowfall of the season overnight into Sunday, December 14, as snow spread across the Tri-State area. The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: Widespread Snow Blankets Tri-State Area

Accumulating snow was seen across the Tri-State area on Saturday, December 13 The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: First Major Snow of Season Blankets New York City

New York City experienced its first significant snowfall of the season overnight into Sunday, December 14, as snow spread across the Tri-State area. The National Weather Service issued winter weather advisories for New York and New Jersey through Sunday afternoon, while winter storm warnings were in effect for much of New Jersey and southeast Pennsylvania. Across the region, snowfall totals ranged from a couple of inches to as much as six inches.

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US: Severe Tornado Hits Harris County, Texas, Damaging 100+ Homes 2

A tornado struck Harris County, Texas, on Monday, November 24, damaging over 100 homes in the Houston area. No injuries were reported. The storm, caused by severe supercell thunderstorms, ripped off roofs and scattered debris, prompting a tornado watch and severe thunderstorm warnings from the National Weather Service.

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US: Las Vegas Under Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Hits Valley 2

A new weather system moved into the Las Vegas Valley, bringing heavy rain on Tuesday, November 18. The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory and a flood watch for the area.

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US: Las Vegas Under Flood Watch as Heavy Rain Hits Valley

A new weather system moved into the Las Vegas Valley, bringing heavy rain on Tuesday, November 18. The National Weather Service issued a flood advisory and a flood watch for the area.

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US: Graupel Hits Upstate New York as Winter Storm Warning Issued

Graupel hit upstate New York on Sunday, November 16, as a winter storm moved through the region, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a winter storm warning for parts of the state.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 5

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 4

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 2

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.

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US: Frigid Cold Airmass Grips Southeastern Region, Triggers Widespread Freeze Warnings 3

A frigid cold airmass brought colder weather across the eastern two thirds of the U.S., affecting millions of people. The National Weather Service issued widespread Winter Storm Warning and Freeze Warning on Monday, November 10. The southeastern region, including Florida, suffered in unseasonable cold.