Severe line of storms in forecast for Wednesday's rush hour

Two rounds of unsettled weather are expected with it kicking off early in the morning, but it is the second wave of around rush hour that will have a better chance to pack a punch.

Michigan tornado drill scheduled for March 20

Two people died and millions in damage was caused last year after seven tornadoes touched down on the same day during a wild spell of weather in Michigan.

Where, how often does lightning strike in US? New report explains

A research team used six years of data from the National Lightning Detection Network to study where and how often lightning strikes occur in the U.S.

PHOTOS: Damage from the EF-2 tornado in Grand Blanc

Residents in the Grand Blanc area are now assessing the damage after an EF2 tornado uprooted trees, damaged homes, and sent debris flying.

Michigan power outages: How to check electricity status after severe weather

Severe thunderstorms, including a potential tornado, have left some Michigan residents without power. Here's how to check both the DTE and Consumers outage maps:

Texas wildfires force brief shutdown of US nuclear weapons facility

Texas wildfires forced the temporary shutdown of Pantex, the U.S. main assembly and disassembly site for its atomic bombs.

Severe weather in SE Michigan expected late Tuesday into overnight

Weather Authority Rich Luterman says that same storm system as of early Tuesday evening has caused a tornado watch , close to Chicago up toward northern Illinois.

Severe thunderstorms in Southeast Michigan: Strong winds, hail, tornado all possible

The day starts mild and will feel like spring, but with that spring-like feel comes the potential for severe weather later, including large hail, damaging winds, and isolated tornado chances.

Why is it so hot?

These three things may explain why the U.S. is experiencing such warmer weather.

Southeast Michigan severe thunderstorm risk: Strong winds, hail, tornadoes possible this week

A strong winter system is likely to bring severe thunderstorms to Southeast Michigan this week. The area could see gusty winds, medium hail, and isolated tornadoes during these storms.

Which US counties are most at risk of tornado damage?

The central and southern U.S. have the highest tornado risk, according to FEMA, but major cities have the highest total expected dollar loss.

Extreme weather, flooding influencing where millions in US decide to live, research shows

As people choose different areas to move to and try to get away from flooding hazards, storms with relentless precipitation are continuing to impact several U.S. regions, and it’s taking its toll on infrastructure.

FEMA assistance available after Michigan tornadoes, flooding -- How to apply

Michigan residents impacted by severe weather, including tornadoes and flooding last August can apply for FEMA assistance. Tornadoes and other powerful storms caused extensive damage around the state.

January was the world's warmest on record, scientists say

Record-setting heat in 2023 has continued into 2024, with heat records on land and sea already broken during the year's first month.