Live updates: Rapidan Dam partial failure latest news

The Rapidan Dam in south central Minnesota suffered a partial failure on Monday, June 24. The white house on the edge of the Blue Earth River has since fallen into the river. And officials say they are now concerned about a nearby bridge after erosion has worsened. Here are the latest updates and videos from the dam site.

Tropical wave could become better organized near Yucatán later this week

A tropical wave in the eastern Caribbean is moving westward near Venezuela, showing potential signs for better organization late this week or by the weekend.

Maryland couple among those who died on pilgrimage to Mecca during extreme heat

FOX 5 learned over the weekend, a Bowie, Maryland couple who left earlier this month to embark on an Islamic pilgrimage died due to the extreme heat, according to the couple’s daughter. 

Satellite imagery shows massive haboob overtaking parts of Desert Southwest

Winds from strong to severe thunderstorms that impacted West Texas and New Mexico on Wednesday evening triggered a massive dust storm, known as a haboob, which was even visible from space. 

Why does the US have the most tornadoes?

Tornadoes can happen almost anywhere in the world but the U.S. specifically is a hotbed for tornadic activity.

Undetected Crystal River tornado touches down in Florida's 'dead zone'

An undetected tornado surprised Crystal River residents on Sunday when it touched down in a portion of Florida's “dead zone," leaving behind a trail of destruction.

DeSantis declares state of emergency after torrential rain leaves South Florida roads underwater

Heavy rainfall across South Florida has left streets underwater and cars abandoned, prompting Governor Ron DeSantis to declare a state of emergency for Broward, Collier, Lee, Miami-Dade, and Sarasota counties.

Severe weather brings damage to parts of metro Orlando

The National Weather Service issued a tornado warning early Thursday evening due to a funnel cloud hovering over Orange County.

2024 Atlantic hurricane season begins: What to know if a storm approaches Florida

June 1 marks the official start of the Atlantic hurricane season and forecasters predict an "above-normal" season this year. FOX 35 has compiled a guide to help you prepare.

Tracking The Tropics: 2024 Hurricane Season Preview
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Prepare, don't panic. The FOX 35 Storm Team discusses what you need to know ahead of the start of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season. Why are forecasters predicting an active season? What changes have been made to the cone? What can you do now to protect your family and home?

22 dead in Memorial Day weekend storms across multiple states

A series of powerful storms over the Memorial Day weekend caused at least 22 deaths and widespread destruction in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Kentucky, with severe weather warnings extending to the East Coast.

At least 7 dead, 100 injured in North Texas tornado outbreak

At least 7 people are dead and 100 are injured after several tornadoes in Cooke, Collin and Denton counties on Saturday night.