Thunderstorms raise flight-delay risk across U.S. air network
An FAA plan for September 13 lists active and possible thunderstorm controls from Florida and Texas to the Northeast and Denver, putting connections at risk.
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Study Links Stronger El Niño Variability to a Warmer Climate
A new coral study links stronger El Niño variability to human-caused warming as a very strong 2026 event develops, but U.S. winter effects remain uncertain.
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Charlotte Ground Stop Highlights Wider Friday Storm Threat for U.S. Air Travelers
A thunderstorm-related ground stop at Charlotte delayed flights Friday as the FAA warned storms could disrupt travel at several major U.S. hubs.
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Phoenix Heat Deaths Reach 113 as Extreme Heat Warning Continues Through Aug. 29
Maricopa County has confirmed 113 heat-related deaths through Aug. 22, with 584 additional cases under investigation as a Phoenix-area extreme heat warning continues through Saturday, Aug. 29.
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Severe storms disrupt New York-area flights as flooding hits roads
Thursday storms caused major delays and cancellations at New York-area airports and flooded roads. FAA records showed lighter general delays Friday morning.
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Tropical Storm Lala threatens Hawaii Island with hurricane-force winds and flooding
Tropical Storm Lala was forecast to strengthen before approaching Hawaii Island on Saturday, bringing risks of hurricane-force winds, heavy rain, flooding, mudslides and dangerous surf.
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NOAA outlook keeps much of U.S. tilted toward heat through October
NOAA favors above-normal temperatures across much of the U.S. through October, but drought risks vary by region as El Niño strengthens.
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Recent Thunderstorms Repeatedly Disrupted Flights at U.S. Hubs
FAA records show repeated thunderstorm-related ground stops and delays at major U.S. hubs in July, while O’Hare reported only short general delays on August 5.
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Extreme heat can disrupt flights even under clear skies
Extreme heat can reduce aircraft performance and trigger weight limits, delays or rebooking even when skies are clear. Here is what travelers should know.
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Missoula fire danger reaches very high as smoke, heat and wind persist
Missoula County’s fire danger is very high, outdoor burning remains closed and smoke conditions continue to shift across the valley.
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Phoenix heat warning puts cooling centers in focus as highs reach 116
An active Phoenix-area Extreme Heat Warning calls for 109-to-116-degree afternoons through Tuesday. Phoenix residents can use a 24/7 respite center, extended-hour cooling sites and 2-1-1 transportation help.
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Heat Advisory for Ville Platte through 7 PM Mon, then noon–7 PM Tue
Heat Advisory is active for Ville Platte until 7 PM CDT Monday, July 20, then again noon–7 PM Tuesday. Heat index 108–112. Plan cooling breaks.
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NWS Flash Flood Warning included Arlington on July 13—what drivers were told
Arlington TX – NWS Fort Worth warned Tarrant County flash flooding on July 13, naming Arlington, and told drivers: turn around, don’t drown.
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Henderson Preps for Monsoon Flooding: LiDAR Drones, Swift-Water Training
Henderson says it’s surveying flood-prone washes and detention basins with green LiDAR drones—and prepping Henderson Fire’s swift-water rescue team.
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Moyock storm snapped poles, knocked out power, slowed NC 168 traffic
A June 23 storm in Moyock knocked down poles and lines, left thousands without power, slowed NC 168 traffic, and led to an overnight rebuild.
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Fort Wayne heat index hit 109 during the Fourth of July stretch
Fort Wayne’s heat index hit 109 on July 1, and forecasts kept the holiday stretch hot enough that doctors urged extra caution outdoors.
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Waterloo flood warning keeps Black Hawk Creek, Ranchero Road in view
Black Hawk Creek in Waterloo remains under a flood warning through this afternoon, with Ranchero Road near the waterline and the stage just above flood stage.
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Mecklenburg County opens heat relief options as Charlotte faces 105-degree heat index
Charlotte NC – Mecklenburg County and Charlotte opened cooling centers, shelter help and CATS rides July 2-5 as forecasters warned of heat index values up to 105 degrees in Charlotte.
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Heat wave and storms cancel or delay July Fourth events across the East
United States Evening Breaking National Update – Dangerous heat, storms, and power-grid strain are forcing July Fourth cancellations, delays, and safety shutdowns across the East. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/extreme-heat-northeast-july-fourth-95b2bf4bcfcd7b1444bf2f5085e01947))
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Drumright cancels July 4 fireworks, eyes Sunday backup at Whitlock Park
Drumright OK – The city canceled Saturday’s fireworks because of incoming weather and put a Sunday, July 5, about 9:30 p.m. backup on the table.
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Eastman faces another hot July Fourth weekend, with storms more likely Sunday
Eastman will stay hot on July 4, with a high near 96 and heat index values up to 102. Sunday brings a slight storm chance, with more showers later.
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Eldora flood watch could complicate July 4 plans
Eldora, IA – A Flood Watch is in effect until 10 a.m. Friday, with showers and thunderstorms likely Friday and more storm chances on Independence Day.