Relentless rain floods roads in Northeast, leads to evacuations, rescues
Heavy rain has washed out roads and forced evacuations in the Northeast as more downpours were forecast throughout the day.
Metro Detroit under Air Quality Alert due to elevated ozone levels - what it means
Metro Detroit, along with several other areas of the state, is under an Air Quality Alert on Monday. Though Michigan has had poor air quality in recent weeks over Canadian wildfire smoke, elevated ozone levels have prompted this alert.
Several cities have heat emergency plans. Are they enough in a warming world?
Natural disasters can be dramatic — barreling hurricanes, building-toppling tornadoes — but heat is more deadly. Many cities are beginning to plan their responses to the looming threat.
Summer heat is the 'No. 1 weather-related killer,' doctor warns
States in the Southwest and West have been under Excessive Heat Warnings and heat advisories for the past two weeks
Updated Atlantic hurricane season forecast sees busier season despite onslaught of El Nino
NOAA said the impacts primarily stem from increased vertical wind shear, which can prevent tropical cyclones from forming and strengthening.
Heavy rains bring flooding on some freeways in Metro Detroit
Heavy rain has caused some slow going in various spots around Metro Detroit, including a few spots on I-94.
Air quality from Canadian wildfires especially impacting those with health issues
“With the air quality headaches, and that’s probably the biggest issue I’ve had," said Christina Walker. "Just trying a good deep breath of air. But the headache has been the biggest piece."
Michigan air quality: What to expect for weekend, Fourth of July
As a blanket of haze remains over Michigan from the Canadian wildfires the big question is whether the poor air quality will put a damper on Fourth of July outdoor plans.
Michigan Air Quality Alert extended through Friday as wildfire smoke causes haze over area
The Air Quality Alert for Michigan will continue through Friday as wildfire smoke continues to blanket the area.
How is air quality measured?
As smoky air from Canada’s wildfires shrouds broad swaths of the U.S., here are seven facts you should know about measuring air quality.
Southeast Michigan Air Quality alert continues Thursday; people advised to limit time outside still
As the Air Quality Alert remains in effect Thursday for Southeast Michigan, it's advised that people limit their time outside, while those with certain health conditions avoid the outdoors completely.
'I fell into my chair': Iowa couple wins $2M Powerball prize after losing home in tornado
A tornado destroyed the couple's home in 2001, and it took several years for them to start to rebuild.
Air Quality Alert in effect in Southeast Michigan -- What the AQI colors mean
In the Detroit area, the Environmental Protection Agency's Air Quality Index (AQI) has been between Orange (unhealthy for sensitive groups) and Purple (very unhealthy) with some areas occasionally moving into the Maroon (hazardous) level on Wednesday. Here's what that means for your health:
Over 80 million under thick haze from Chicago to DC as Canadian wildfire smoke pours across US
Smoke from the Canadian wildfires is pouring into major metro areas in the Great Lakes region, including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, Cleveland and Indianapolis.
Severe weather brings power outages, flattened cars, and damaged homes with more rain on the way
The storms have also prompted officials with two major events, the Ford Fireworks and Rocket Mortgage Classic, to assess if delays should be expected.
Tree crashes through Redford Township house into basement during Sunday thunderstorm
A tree that fell on a Redford Township home Sunday speared the house, ending up in the basement.
Metro Detroit power outages: How to check the DTE outage map
Here's how to check the DTE outage map and report power outages in Southeast Michigan:
Severe weather in Michigan - What's the difference between a tornado watch and a warning?
What's the difference between a tornado watch and a warning? Derek Kevra breaks it down Detroit style - with a Coney dog analogy.
Livonia Spree fireworks canceled, festival closes early due to severe weather risk
The Livonia Spree has closed early and the fireworks have been canceled due to severe weather.
Tornado watches, severe thunderstorm watches, warnings expire for Southeast Michigan
Tornado watches and severe thunderstorm warnings and watches for Southeast Michigan have expired.