Dozens still missing in Kentucky as state braces for more rain
Kentucky state police are taking calls from worried people who can’t locate loved ones due to spotty cell phone service.
Kentucky flooding: At least 25 dead as search for victims continues
Kentucky is expecting more rain storms in coming days as rescue crews continue the struggle to get into hard-hit areas, some of them among the poorest places in America.
Dog dies after being left on balcony that reached 131°, owner charged with animal cruelty
A dog has died after being left on its Sedro-Woolley balcony during this recent heat wave, with no shade or water, police said.
Kentucky floods kill at least 16 as governor warns toll will be 'a lot higher'
Kentucky search and rescue teams backed by the National Guard searched Friday for people missing in record floods that wiped out entire communities.
Historic Kentucky flooding blamed for at least 8 deaths as homes were swept away by raging waters
"We're seeing one of the worst, most devastating flooding events in Kentucky’s history," the governor said.
Woman holding onto stop sign rescued during flooding in Arizona
A construction crew spotted the 42-year-old woman in a running wash in Golden Valley. “[She was] holding onto a sign post in rushing water up to her waist,” the department said.
5 disasters that are more likely to impact you than winning the lottery
For the third time in the 20-year history of Mega Millions, the jackpot has surpassed the magical $1 billion mark.
King County looks to spend $120k toward dealing with increasing summer temperatures
King County is planning to invest about $120,000 toward dealing with the increasing heat during the summer.
St. Louis flooding: 1 dead as historic rainfall triggers flood emergency
It's the wettest day in St. Louis history as a line of steady thunderstorms dropped 8-10 inches of rain across the area early Tuesday morning, swelling rivers and creeks and stranding drivers across several roads in the region.
Officials: Cool off at beaches where lifeguards are present during heat wave
The hottest temperatures of the year have arrived in western Washington and more people are hitting the open waters to cool off. However, there is a risk involved if people aren’t recreating safely, officials warn.
Heat wave to hit Northwest as Northeast sees some relief
The Pacific Northwest is bracing for a major heat wave just as the Northeastern part of the United States will soon see a slight break in extreme temperatures.
Staying cool during Seattle's hottest days of the year: Tips, cooling centers & pet safety
While it's no record-setting heatwave of 2021, Washington is expected to see its hottest days of the year with temperatures in the mid 90s next week.
It's all downhill from here? US reaches average peak of summer temperatures
A climatologist found that the period between July 24-25 is when the nation as a whole is at its hottest.
What you should do if your property is damaged by lightning
Florida is the lightning capital of the U.S. and annually sees more damage claims than any other state.
Watch a wind turbine disintegrate in Texas after a lightning strike
"We’re not equipped to handle that kind of fire. Nobody in the area really is to speak of."
Delivering heat: UPS workers plan rallies after a series of heat-related incidents
UPS drivers say many trucks don’t have air conditioning.
1 soldier dead, 9 injured by lightning at Georgia Army base
It happened Wednesday morning on the range of the US Army base located just west of Augusta.
UK breaks record for highest temperature as heat wave hits Europe
Britain has shattered its record for the highest temperature ever recorded, with a provisional reading of 40.3 degrees Celsius (104.5 degrees Fahrenheit) in eastern England.
Potentially deadly, record-breaking heat continues to bake the central US
Heat is continuing to bake the central United States on Tuesday, with many areas seeing temperatures above 100 degrees once again.
Watch: Heavy rains, flash flooding wreak havoc across New Jersey and New York
Cars were submerged in floodwater in northern New Jersey and New York City subway stations turned into impromptu waterfalls after heavy rain drenched the area Monday.