2023 Atlantic hurricane season begins: Here's what to know about this year's storms
An average hurricane season produces 14 named storms and seven hurricanes. Out of the hurricanes, three usually strengthen into major storms with winds of at least 115 mph. The season's first tropical cyclone will be named Arlene followed by Bret, Cindy, Don and Emily.
An average hurricane season produces 14 named storms and seven hurricanes. Out of the hurricanes, three usually strengthen into major storms with winds of at least 115 mph. The season's first tropical cyclone will be named Arlene followed by Bret, Cindy, Don and Emily.
Cruise ship Carnival Sunshine pounded by large waves during coastal storm near Charleston, South Carolina
Passengers aboard the cruise ship Carnival Sunshine were left distressed as large waves churned up by a powerful storm off the Southeast coast pounded the vessel, delaying its return from the Bahamas over the Memorial Day weekend.
Passengers aboard the cruise ship Carnival Sunshine were left distressed as large waves churned up by a powerful storm off the Southeast coast pounded the vessel, delaying its return from the Bahamas over the Memorial Day weekend.
'Near-normal' 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season with 17 named storms, NOAA predicts
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said Thursday it was anticipating a "near-normal" season for the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which runs June 1 - November 30, 2023.
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) said Thursday it was anticipating a "near-normal" season for the 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season, which runs June 1 - November 30, 2023.
National Hurricane Center monitoring low pressure system in Atlantic Ocean
Our rainy conditions in Florida this week are due to a stationary front interacting with tropical moisture over our region.
Our rainy conditions in Florida this week are due to a stationary front interacting with tropical moisture over our region.
Witnesses say lightning that reportedly killed Deltona roofer came out of the blue
A roofer is dead after being struck by lightning in Deltona, authorities say. Edvin Velasquez Cinto, 24, was struck by lightning while building a roof along Sterling Pointe Drive just before 2 p.m. on Monday afternoon.
A roofer is dead after being struck by lightning in Deltona, authorities say. Edvin Velasquez Cinto, 24, was struck by lightning while building a roof along Sterling Pointe Drive just before 2 p.m. on Monday afternoon.
Typhoon Mawar continues to intensify as it barrels towards US territory of Guam
Typhoon Warnings are in effect for Guam and Rota, and forecasters say damaging winds of 39 mph are expected Tuesday evening, with typhoon-force winds of 74 mph or higher expected by Wednesday morning.
Typhoon Warnings are in effect for Guam and Rota, and forecasters say damaging winds of 39 mph are expected Tuesday evening, with typhoon-force winds of 74 mph or higher expected by Wednesday morning.
Photographer in Canada captures ‘beautiful northern lights show’ after wildfire smoke clears
The video showcases the vivid green northern lights flowing across the clear Manitoba sky.
The video showcases the vivid green northern lights flowing across the clear Manitoba sky.
National Hurricane Center tracking tropical disturbance in the Atlantic
The National Hurricane Center says a tropical disturbance has been spotted northeast of the Bahamas, just days before Hurricane season officially kicks off.
The National Hurricane Center says a tropical disturbance has been spotted northeast of the Bahamas, just days before Hurricane season officially kicks off.
Lightning strike burns steeple of historic Florida church
A lightning strike is believed to have sparked a small fire at a historic church in Florida Wednesday afternoon as storms passed through the area, according to officials with the City of Ormond Beach.
A lightning strike is believed to have sparked a small fire at a historic church in Florida Wednesday afternoon as storms passed through the area, according to officials with the City of Ormond Beach.
Watch: Tense video shows turbulent moments as Mexico flight surrounded by vivid lightning
Children could be heard crying in the video while passengers were seen holding onto their seats as a flight from Tijuana to Monterrey was rocked from side to side on May 12.
Children could be heard crying in the video while passengers were seen holding onto their seats as a flight from Tijuana to Monterrey was rocked from side to side on May 12.
NHC: First storm of 2023 Atlantic hurricane season formed in January: What that means
Hurricane season got off to an earlier start than anyone thought after federal meteorologists found that a powerful storm that formed in the Atlantic Ocean in January was subtropical.
Hurricane season got off to an earlier start than anyone thought after federal meteorologists found that a powerful storm that formed in the Atlantic Ocean in January was subtropical.
Watch: Rare funnel cloud hovers over Montana mountains
The rare funnel was spotted near the town of St. Ignatius, about 300 miles northwest of Yellowstone.
The rare funnel was spotted near the town of St. Ignatius, about 300 miles northwest of Yellowstone.
Spain plans to ban outdoor work during extreme heat
Second Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz said that the government will modify occupational risk legislation to prohibit outdoor work when the weather agency issues red or orange alerts.
Second Deputy Prime Minister Yolanda Díaz said that the government will modify occupational risk legislation to prohibit outdoor work when the weather agency issues red or orange alerts.
Central Florida wildfire threat looms as storm chances increase over drought-stricken region
Lightning strikes over the next several afternoons will pack the enhanced potential to ignite wildfires across wooded, unmanaged areas of Central Florida.
Lightning strikes over the next several afternoons will pack the enhanced potential to ignite wildfires across wooded, unmanaged areas of Central Florida.
Congo flooding has death toll approaching 400 as search continues
The administrator of the worst-affected area, the Kalehe territory of South Kivu province, told The Associated Press by phone that more bodies were recovered Sunday, including many found floating in Lake Kivu.
The administrator of the worst-affected area, the Kalehe territory of South Kivu province, told The Associated Press by phone that more bodies were recovered Sunday, including many found floating in Lake Kivu.
Boat crew rescues tourists in Hawaii after car drives into harbor
A sailboat crew helped rescue two tourists after they drove their car into Honokohau Harbour, in Kailua Kona, Hawaii.
A sailboat crew helped rescue two tourists after they drove their car into Honokohau Harbour, in Kailua Kona, Hawaii.
Why do dogs panic during storms? Here's how to help your best friend weather their fear
Preventative measures can greatly help dogs suffering from thunderstorm phobia, preventing them from phobic behaviors such as trembling, hiding, ripping up couch cushions, or barking up a storm.
Preventative measures can greatly help dogs suffering from thunderstorm phobia, preventing them from phobic behaviors such as trembling, hiding, ripping up couch cushions, or barking up a storm.
Virginia Beach tornado leaves dozens of homes damaged
The City of Virginia Beach declared a state of emergency after a tornado moved through the area Sunday and damaged dozens of homes, downed trees and caused gas leaks.
The City of Virginia Beach declared a state of emergency after a tornado moved through the area Sunday and damaged dozens of homes, downed trees and caused gas leaks.
Suspected tornado flips cars, leaves damage trail in South Florida as storms race across state
The first round of storms triggered severe weather warnings and likely produced a tornado in northern Palm Beach County on Saturday.
The first round of storms triggered severe weather warnings and likely produced a tornado in northern Palm Beach County on Saturday.
Videos show golf-sized ball hail comes flying down in Central Florida
Hail the size of golf balls came flying down over Central Florida during Saturday's severe weather.
Hail the size of golf balls came flying down over Central Florida during Saturday's severe weather.