Weather
The impact of weather on the news cannot be understated. If there's something happening weather-related that's having a dramatic impact on people's lives, Newsweek is covering it. From climate change to pollution and hurricane seasons, weather is always a developing story.
ERCOT issues power grid update ahead of Texas freeze
The state's main electricity operator is confident of avoiding a repeat of the blackouts that hit in 2021 following severe weather.
Map shows 12 states facing extreme cold as frostbite warning issued
"Dangerously cold" wind chills are expected across a central portion of the country.
Map reveals snow "red zones" across US
Red zones are predicted in New York, Kansas and Virginia as a winter storm continues to grow in the United States.
Texas counties facing "extreme cold watch" this week
An arctic air mass is set to strike the Lone Star State this week, with meteorologists warning of "dangerously cold" wind chills.
Map shows states to be hit hardest by winter storms this week
A winter storm is set to bring snowfall from the Central Plains to the mid-Atlantic, while dangerously cold air spreads from the Great Plains to the Northeast.
Polar vortex to strike Rockies: Live Tracker maps
Some of the coldest temperatures are expected in Montana, and avalanche warnings have been issued in Utah, Colorado and Washington.
Kentucky flooding map shows exactly where extreme weather is most dangerous
Nine people have died following dangerous flooding in the state, Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear has confirmed.
Winter weather warnings in 21 states as 3 feet of snow to hit
"If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency," the NWS said.
Home insurance crisis: Are these states next?
The conditions that have created the ongoing insurance crises in California and Florida are likely to be replicated in other states, experts warn.
Kentucky governor gives update on fatalities during flash flood response
Parts of the state received up to six inches of rain during weekend storms, causing streams to swell and areas to flood.
Dozens of flights delayed, canceled as severe weather hits North Carolina
Extreme winter weather has swept across the southeast of the country in recent days, with more disruptions likely.
Flash flood and flood warnings in place for all Kentucky counties
At least one person has lost their life, while thousands have been left without power as a result of the torrential rain.
Tornado watch issued for 5 states amid severe thunderstorms warning
The warning covers a large swathe of Georgia, along with parts of Tennessee, Florida, Mississippi and Alabama.
Winter weather warnings for 27 states as heavy snow hits
Wyoming could experience some of the heaviest snowfall, with some locations receiving up to 2 feet.
California hit with another earthquake
The quake was felt as far as 20 miles away in Thousand Oaks.
Central US faces blasts of Arctic air, more snow next week
Severe storms, tornadoes, snow, and ice will hit the U.S. through next week, causing travel issues, power outages, and flooding risks across multiple regions.
National Hurricane Center changes storm map to Gulf of America
The National Hurricane Center recently changed the Gulf of Mexico on its storm tracking map to the Gulf of America.
Video shows "extreme" mudslides on California's Pacific Coast Highway
Heavy rain battered Southern California on Thursday and made for dangerous conditions near burn scars from recent wildfires.
28 states brace for another winter storm next week
Following a flurry of inclement weather this month, swathes of the country could see more wintry impacts next week.
Nevada winter storm and snow warning - Live tracker map
The storm is affecting major transportation routes, including highways in the Greater Lake Tahoe Area and Lassen-Eastern Plumas-Eastern Sierra Counties.
Severe thunderstorms move into Southern states—Live tracker
Heavy rainfall is expected across multiple states, including Tennessee, Alabama, and Kentucky.
Valentine's Day Weather: Winter Storm Jett bringing snow to northern US
The storm is forecast to bring snow and cold temperatures to multiple regions on Friday and through the weekend.
Winter storm warnings for 9 states with 5 feet of snow to hit US
The National Weather Service forecast a "significant combination of hazardous winter weather" for several states.
California weather update: Locals evacuate as heavy rain causes chaos
A powerful storm fueled by an atmospheric river is drenching California, triggering evacuation orders and flood warnings.
Los Angeles mudslides sweep car into the ocean, video shows
Heavy rainfall hit Southern California throughout Thursday.
Interstate crash in whiteout conditions causes 100-vehicle pileup
Authorities say a crash on Interstate 84 near Portland, Oregon, in whiteout conditions caused a more than 100-vehicle pileup.
Las Vegas could get month's worth of rainfall in one storm
Before the storm that arrived on Thursday, Las Vegas hadn't seen measurable rainfall for more than 200 days.
Winter storm to bring 13 inches of snow—live tracker
The weather system is expected to significantly affect daily life across the affected regions.
Polar vortex 2025: Meteorologists sound alarm over brutal cold to hit US
Meteorologists have warned that much of the country could be hit with temperatures below freezing next week.
Satellite video shows "strongest storm" of winter barreling into California
An atmospheric river slammed into the Golden State overnight and is causing dangerous conditions across the entire region.
