Millions more Americans will broil in extreme heat by 2053, study finds
Roughly 8 million Americans are expected to experience a heat index within the "Extreme Danger" category this year. Researchers said that by 2053, that number is expected to increase to 107 million.
Southeast Michigan severe weather downs trees and leaves 25K without power
In Detroit, damage was limited to flooding on the freeways as well as fallen trees and branches. One home on Outer Drive suffered major structural damage after a tree crashed through the roof.
Downed trees among the storm damage in hard-hit Livonia
Severe storms brought down this huge tree in Livonia covering Jamison street in the Castle Gardens subdivision.
Storms leave 28K DTE customers without power, freeway flooding reported
Heavy storms moving through Metro Detroit have left thousands of DTE Energy customers without power Wednesday evening with flooding not helping matters.
Metro Detroit Weather: Severe weather rolling through Southeast Michigan
Storms that have been building in Michigan and west of the state are pushing in, leading to a Severe Thunderstorm Warnings that were issued throughout most of Metro Detroit Wednesday evening.
Kamala Harris announces $1 billion to US states for flooding, extreme heat
The White House is making more than $1 billion available to states to address flooding and extreme heat exacerbated by climate change.
Historic Kentucky flooding: At least 30 dead with search and rescue underway and more rain expected this week
The weather could impact recovery efforts this week as forecasters say there is severe storm potential Monday in many of the flood-ravaged areas in Kentucky, and that will be followed by a dangerous heat wave.
Kentucky flooding: At least 25 dead as search for victims continues
Kentucky is expecting more rain storms in coming days as rescue crews continue the struggle to get into hard-hit areas, some of them among the poorest places in America.
Kentucky floods kill at least 16 as governor warns toll will be 'a lot higher'
Kentucky search and rescue teams backed by the National Guard searched Friday for people missing in record floods that wiped out entire communities.
Historic Kentucky flooding blamed for at least 8 deaths as homes were swept away by raging waters
"We're seeing one of the worst, most devastating flooding events in Kentucky’s history," the governor said.
5 disasters that are more likely to impact you than winning the lottery
For the third time in the 20-year history of Mega Millions, the jackpot has surpassed the magical $1 billion mark.
St. Louis flooding: 1 dead as historic rainfall triggers flood emergency
It's the wettest day in St. Louis history as a line of steady thunderstorms dropped 8-10 inches of rain across the area early Tuesday morning, swelling rivers and creeks and stranding drivers across several roads in the region.
It's all downhill from here? US reaches average peak of summer temperatures
A climatologist found that the period between July 24-25 is when the nation as a whole is at its hottest.
What you should do if your property is damaged by lightning
Florida is the lightning capital of the U.S. and annually sees more damage claims than any other state.
Watch a wind turbine disintegrate in Texas after a lightning strike
"We’re not equipped to handle that kind of fire. Nobody in the area really is to speak of."
Delivering heat: UPS workers plan rallies after a series of heat-related incidents
UPS drivers say many trucks don’t have air conditioning.
NASA imagery shows Lake Mead water levels lowest in more than 80 years
Lake Mead is estimated to be at just 27% of capacity.
How extreme heat can impact mental health
Extreme heat can take a toll on your mental health, even if you don't have mental health issues.
1 soldier dead, 9 injured by lightning at Georgia Army base
It happened Wednesday morning on the range of the US Army base located just west of Augusta.
Small steps you can take to limit your emissions, help limit global warming
Many places around the world are seeing high heat alerts. Dr. Johnathan Overpeck said there are steps we can take to limit our impact on global warming.