A storm surge, the massive mound of water that builds up and comes ashore during a hurricane, is often the storm’s most destructive threat.
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There’s a 50-50 chance Earth will reach critical climate change mark within 5 years, report says
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‘Absolutely insane:’ Severe storms expected in central US; tornadoes touch down in Oklahoma
Severe weather season is in full swing across the central and southern U.S. this week. Kansas, Oklahoma could see tornadoes, large hail.
Deadly, destructive Hurricane Ida retired from list of storm names
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From a blizzard to tornadoes: Winter and spring duke it out in central US on Friday
As blizzard warnings are issued in Montana, Wyoming and the Dakotas, the Plaines and Upper Midwest may see severe weather, including tornadoes.
The Lyrid meteor shower will soon light up the April night sky. Here’s when you can see it.
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The full pink moon is coming Saturday evening. Will it actually be pink?
The full pink moon will rise in the eastern sky on Saturday night. Here’s how to watch and what you should know.
Blizzard, fires, thunderstorms and tornadoes: 18 states could see severe weather this week
A huge storm system will bring blizzard conditions to the Plains and severe thunderstorms and tornadoes to the central United States.
Methane emissions soared to a record high in 2021 in an ‘alarming’ trend, NOAA says
For the second year in a row, scientists report a record increase in the level of methane in Earth’s atmosphere. Carbon dioxide levels also surged.