This summer was a global record breaker for highest heat ever calculated, meteorologists say
So far, 2023 is the second-hottest year on record, behind 2016, experts say.
Drone video shows Burning Man flooding in Nevada desert
Drone footage captured an aerial view of the Burning Man festival grounds on September 2 after heavy rain created muddy conditions that left thousands stranded in the Nevada desert.
FOX Corporation launches donation drive for American Red Cross Hurricane Idalia relief efforts
FOX Corporation has launched a donation drive for relief efforts by the American Red Cross following Hurricane Idalia, the company announced on Friday.
Burning Man festival soaked by monsoon downpours, leaves tens of thousands stranded in muddy mess
Event organizers told the more than 73,000 attendees to batten down their camp and stay prepared for adverse weather conditions.
Hurricane Idalia flashes toward Florida on anniversaries of devastating hurricanes Katrina, Ida
Tuesday marks the anniversary of the devastating hurricanes Katrina and Ida. At the same time, Hurricane Idalia is approaching Florida, while Hurricane Franklin continues churning in open Atlantic.
Florida prepares for arrival of Tropical Storm Idalia, which is forecast to become a major hurricane
Florida residents are evacuating from homes in low-lying areas along the Gulf Coast as forecasters predict that Tropical Storm Idalia will hit the state as a major hurricane by Wednesday.
Florida prepares for Tropical Storm Idalia with lessons learned from Ian: 'Do not focus on just the cone'
There are only a few days left for Florida residents to prepare for the effects of the storm, and Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 33 counties to ensure communities have the resources they need ahead of the storm’s arrival.
Louisiana officials ask people to stop battling massive wildfire with personal hoses
The 12,000-acre wildfire prompted officials to issue mandatory evacuations for parts of Louisiana.
Hot playground danger: Kids could get third-degree burns from equipment
Playgrounds can turn dangerous in the heat when slides, swings, and benches heat up. Temperatures over 118 degrees can cause a first-degree burn, and temperatures over 131 can cause a second-degree burn.
As Tropical Storm Hilary weakens, desert and mountain towns dig out of mud
Officials said Hilary lost much of its force as the storm heads north but warned that more flooding is expected in parts of California.
California Gov. Gavin Newsom meets with local leaders, first responders as Tropical Storm Hilary hits state
California Gov. Gavin Newsom's office said emergency resources will be allocated across southern California and the Central Valley in response to the storm.
Rain from Tropical Storm Hilary pounds California and Mexico, flooding roads and trapping cars
Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan says the greatest danger is posed by the water, not the wind, and people should focus on avoiding floods.
Southern California braces for more flooding as Tropical Storm Hilary soaks from coast to desert
Millions of residents expect more flooding and mudslides Monday, even as the storm begins to weaken. Hillary first made landfall in Mexico’s arid Baja California Peninsula on Sunday.
Tropical Storm Hilary arrives in California as Mexico copes with its aftermath
Hilary is no longer a hurricane but still carries so much rain that forecasters say “catastrophic and life-threatening" flooding is likely in Tijuana, Southern California and points north as far as Idaho.
Hurricane Hilary: 'This is a storm everyone needs to take very seriously,' NWS says
Even though Hurricane Hilary is expected to weaken, it won’t be disappearing. From the desert to the mountains to the city – 'This is a storm everyone needs to take very seriously," says an NWS forecaster.
LA Hurricane Hilary: 'Hunker down' & 'Stay off the roads,' National Weather Service warns SoCal residents
High windspeeds and flash floods are the main concerns as Hurricane Hilary approaches Southern California, according to the National Weather Service.
When was the last time a hurricane or tropical storm hit California?
California is rarely discussed in the context of the tropics, but that is exactly what is happening this week with Hurricane Hilary.
Sinkhole swallows car with driver and passenger inside after New York flooding
"I heard a loud collision and a woman screaming for help," recalled a neighbor in the a Rochester suburb. When he looked at the street, all he saw was a woman's head poking out of the hole.
Lahaina's unthinkable tragedy: Thousands missing, search underway
It's been just under a week since the deadly wildfires broke out in Maui.
How — and when — is best to donate to those affected by the Maui wildfires?
The destruction and suffering caused by the Maui wildfires in Hawaii prompted many to immediately look for ways to help.