NY nor'easter: MTA train schedules affected
Snowfall totals of up to one foot, with locally higher amounts, are possible in New York City, along with strong winds and brutal cold.
How to build an emergency kit
During a disaster, it may be necessary for you to survive on your own for several days. Being prepared with a stockpile of emergency supplies can help you make it through the crisis until normalcy is restored.
Here's what to have on hand if the power goes out during a winter storm
Here's what to have at home in the event of a power outage during a winter storm -- something that could last days or even weeks in some instances.
Bomb Cyclone: What it is and where the term came from
Bomb cyclones, nor'easters, snowstorms — these terms describe severe weather events. Indeed, a bomb cyclone nor'easter snowstorm can be especially intense and potentially dangerous. Here is what you need to know.
Nor'easters in NYC area: What you need to know about severe winter weather
Nor'easters are strong storms that affect the eastern U.S., especially the tristate New York City area. Here is what you need to know to prepare for these potentially dangerous weather events, which are most intense in the winter and can bring large amounts of snow and rain to your community.
What makes a storm a nor’easter?
Not every Northeast snowstorm is a nor’easter. In fact, some nor’easters don’t even produce snow. So what makes a snowstorm a nor'easter?
Family of driver who died in Illinois tornado warehouse collapse sues Amazon
The family of a delivery driver who died last month when a tornado collapsed the Amazon warehouse in central Illinois where he worked has filed a wrongful death lawsuit.
Four tornadoes tear through Florida neighborhoods, flip vehicles Sunday
Four confirmed tornadoes were reported in Florida on Sunday, causing damage to different parts of the state -- including in Fort Myers and Naples.
Winter Storm Izzy brings light snow, strong winds, heavy rain to New York area
A winter storm that brought light snow to NYC switched to rain with damaging winds Monday. Flooding was reported in some areas. The storm system was expected to leave the region by later in the day.
Pacific tsunami warning recedes; Tonga covered by ash cloud
The tsunami threat throughout the Pacific from a huge underwater volcanic eruption has begun to recede, though the massive ash cloud covering Tonga is preventing surveillance flights from New Zealand to assess the extent of damage.
What is a tsunami and what causes them?
All coastlines around the world are vulnerable to tsunamis, so it's important to know your community's hazard and evacuation plans in case they're needed.
Tsunami preparedness: What to do in the event of an emergency
The Red Cross is offering tips for people who live in tsunami-hazard areas.
Satellite images show volcanic eruption that caused tsunami in Pacific
An underwater volcano has erupted near the Pacific nation of Tonga, sending large tsunami waves crashing across the shore and people rushing to higher ground.
School closings and delayed openings for Friday, January 7, 2022
There are school closures and delayed openings across the Tri-State Region due to a snowstorm Friday. The New York City Public School system remained open.
Winter storm bears down on southern NJ
A winter storm is expected to bring significant snowfall to some parts of our area Monday
Severe storms sweep across southern US overnight
A line of severe storms moved across the southern United States overnight, leaving homes damaged and without power.
Midwest prepares for heaviest snowstorm of winter
The Midwest is bracing for the heaviest snowfall of the season, a storm that could dump as many as seven inches of snow on the ground and leave roads slick.
Kentucky governor declares state of emergency after tornado-warned storms cause significant damage
The tornado warned storms come after a deadly tornado outbreak on Dec. 10-11, which killed over 80 people in the state.
Colorado wildfires: At least 580 homes destroyed, 34K evacuated
Colorado wildfires fueled by gusty winds burned an estimated 580 homes and forced thousands to evacuate. Officials were assessing the damage on Friday.
Out-of-town visitors still stranded in snow-struck Sierra
With snowbanks towering more than a story high and blizzard conditions making driving difficult, there are plenty of Christmas holiday travelers who haven't been able to leave the Sierra and find their way home.