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Lyrid meteor shower 2025: How to see April's top astronomy event
The first meteor shower in over three months is about to send shooting stars streaking across the night sky, an event visible around the globe—weather permitting. The peak of the Lyrid meteor shower will occur on the night of Monday, April 21, into the early morning of Tuesday, April 22. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Severe storms and a tornado threat to stretch across a dozen states; plus Buford the Arizona Rescue Dog
Day after day of severe weather will focus on portions of the central United States through the Easter weekend. The strongest storms will pack high winds, large hail and tornadoes; also, an Arizona dog is being hailed as a hero after leading a lost toddler to safety in overnight cold. A dog named Buford helped rescue a lost toddler who spent the night alone in the cold Arizona wilderness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Easter weekend warmup coming to the Northeast; parts of Michigan still without power 2 weeks after ice storm
The warmest weather of the spring so far will coincide with Easter weekend across the northeastern United States with widespread temperatures in the 70s and 80s' also, It could take until autumn before all of the damage is cleaned up following a destructive ice storm in Michigan, and officials are worried the aftermath will contribute to intense wildfires in the coming years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Chilly changes coming to western US following record-challenging heat
Big changes are coming to much of the West following the recent buildup of heat from late last week. The downward temperature slide will accelerate and be accompanied by drenching thunderstorms and snow for some. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
April aurora: Northern US could see celestial lights this week
The northern lights may glow over part of the United States this week following a pair of eruptions on the sun. Here's where they could be visible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Invisible Iceberg: The mirage that sank the Titanic
The stage was set for the Titanic's tragic end years before it ever launched, beginning with a series of warm years in the Arctic that increased the rate of melting glaciers in Greenland. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Record-challenging heat to build over Southwest and an Alligator attack in SC
Temperatures will reach triple digits over part of the interior Southwest into this weekend, and dry air paired with the heat will rise the risk of wildfires. Also, a 77-year-old man was attacked by an alligator in their backyard in the Sun City retirement community and was saved by a quick reaction by his wife. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Late-week Northeast storm to pack rain, mountain snow and coastal flooding
A storm more fitting for late February will affect the Northeast from Friday to Saturday with enough rain, snow and coastal flooding to impact travel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tornado outbreaks dramatically accelerate 2025 season; one state stands out
After three major tornado outbreaks, the 2025 season is far ahead of historical average, but there's one state that stands out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Flood hack: Restaurant owners use fresh water to block muddy floodwaters
Floodwaters inundated communities across a broad swath of the central US on Sunday, the result of days of rain from storms that claimed at least 23 lives since last week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
River flooding to persist for days, weeks following ‘1-in-1,000-year’ rain event
As waters recede along small streams and secondary rivers, flooding is just getting underway along the largest rivers and related problems may last well into the spring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Contrasting conditions: Cold in the Northeast, Heat in the Southwest
A contrasting pattern will be in place across the nation this week as Southwest cities soar to 100 degrees and visibility-reducing snow squalls and brisk conditions impactthe Great Lakes and interior Northeast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Flash flood emergencies erupt in the storm-weary South and Midwest
At least 16 weather-related deaths have been reported since the start of the storms, including 10 in Tennessee and six others across Missouri, Indiana, Kentucky and Arkansas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Severe weather outbreak spawns EF3 tornadoes, one of the worst days for storms since 1986
It's been a long week of severe weather with a major tornado outbreak Wednesday night bringing at least 2 EF3 tornadoes. Flash flooding due to relentless rainfall can be life-threatening and catastrophic in some communities into this weekend, then river flooding on the major rivers could lead to weeks of inundation, great economic loss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Water rescues reported in Nashville as flooding grips the region in the wake of tornado outbreak
A new round of severe thunderstorms is bringing dangerous flooding to the central United States just one day after a deadly severe weather outbreak with dangerous nocturnal tornadoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Spring weather whiplash: Northeast faces wild temperature swings
A rocky road is ahead in the temperature department with big daily temperature swings in many areas of the Northeast into early next week. Accompanying the swings will be chaotic weather conditions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
March was the windiest on record
March is typically the windiest spring month for most of the nation but wind gusts and wind advisories broke records over a wide area in 2025. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Days of downpours may escalate to historic, life-threatening flooding in central US
Up to 4 month’s worth of rain may fall in less than a week across part of the central United States, threatening major flooding and endangering lives and property. Also, April stargazing guide: Pink Moon, Lyrid meteor shower and more. The first meteor shower in over months will unfold in the late-April sky. Plus, early risers will get to catch the crescent moon bunching up with three planets before sunrise. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
High risk: Severe weather outbreak to impact central, eastern US
This week, an alarming pattern featuring a significant risk for tornadoes, large hail, flash flooding and destructive winds will impact at least 2 dozen states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Overtourism to blame for low levels of Onsen water in Japan
The country is home to 27,000 natural hot spring sources, but a surge in tourism has left some onsen towns running low on water; leaving local officials feeling anything but zen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
At least 100 million at risk for severe weather from Saturday to Monday
Severe thunderstorms will jolt dozens of states from late this week through early next week, including the risk of destructive winds and tornadoes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dynamic hurricane season predicted for Atlantic in 2025
The Atlantic hurricane season starts on June 1, and it is poised to be a turbulent year with AccuWeather predicting 13 to 18 storms and warning of hurricanes that can rapidly strengthen leading up to landfall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
'We're still struggling': North Carolina families coping with weather anxiety, long recovery months after Helene
Six months have passed since Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, and survivors are still picking up the pieces while also dealing with symptoms of PTSD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Cherry blossoms close to peak bloom in D.C.
The cherry trees reached stage five out of six yesterday, the National Park Service announced Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Winter's not done yet: Spring snow, chilly air headed for Midwest and Northeast and rain is on the way for drought stricken Texas
Spring may have officially arrived last week, but Mother Nature still has some wintry tricks left in the tank for the Midwest and Northeast. Chilly weather with the chance for some snow will stick around through at least the end of March in these areas. Also, Texas has dealt with fires, dust storms and drought in recent weeks. Luckily, AccuWeather meteorologists say that much-needed rain is on the way to the driest areas of the Lone Star State. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Storms line up for Northwestern US and an Unsolved Mystery in Florida
Incoming storms will unload inches of rain and feet of mountain snow on the Northwest, but there will be a break for a time in the new week; and a mysterious ice chunk that crashed into the roof of a Florida home in February. The Federal Aviation Administration said it did not come from an airplane. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Spring cold snaps to bring hard freezes to Midwest, Northeast , and Southeast
Old Man Winter has something to say about the official start of spring on Thursday and may continue to cause trouble in the weeks ahead for parts of the Midwest, Northeast and even the Southeast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Allergy forecast for the US in 2025
Pollen levels are on the rise across the United States as warm spring weather spreads across the country. And AccuWeather meteorologists warn one area could face a "dual peak" of allergens this year. Also, it is one of the most common folklore surrounding the equinox, but can you actually stand an egg upright like the myth claims? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Deadly tornado outbreak included several EF4s
Dozens of tornadoes, including 3 EF4 strength storms, raked across 11 states Friday into Saturday, killing two dozen people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
More severe weather looms for central, eastern US this week
While this week's severe weather may not be as intense as that of this past weekend, there will still be risk to lives and property over some of the same areas that were devastated by tornadoes and high winds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Severe weather disaster: 35 dead after destructive tornadoes, wildfires and dust storms
At least 35 people are dead after days of severe storms, including many violent tornadoes, sweep through the central and southern United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Brutal wind ravages Texas and Oklahoma, flipping big rigs, fueling wildfires and blowing dust
Injuries have been reported as powerful winds tore through the Southern Plains on Friday, sparking wildfires, dust storms and power outages. Some gusts have approached 100 mph. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
‘High risk’ severe weather and tornado outbreak targets 30 states through Sunday
A strengthening storm will likely trigger hundreds of high wind incidents and perhaps dozens of tornadoes from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon in the central, southern and eastern United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
'I miss the weather': NASA astronauts Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore talk about extended stay on ISS
From the smell of freshly cut grass to walking the dog on a rainy day, NASA astronauts Suni Williams, Butch Wilmore are looking forward to experiencing the weather after spending more than nine months in space. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Backyard s’mores believed to be the origin of Long Island fires
Wind-driven brush fires that burned on New York’s Long Island over the weekend, injuring two firefighters and sending large smoke plumes into the air, appear to have been started by people making s’mores in their backyard. With that in mind, AccuWeather meteorologists are warning that a strengthening storm will generate a vast field of strong winds to nearly a million square miles of the US later this week. The combination of powerful gusts and dry brush will create a recipe for fast-moving wildfires, especially over the southern Rockies and Plains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Lunar eclipse: Where weather could clash with the 'Blood Moon' Thursday night
The moon will turn red during the first total lunar eclipse since 2022, an event that can be seen across all of the United States and Canada, but cloudy weather is threatening the show for millions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Warmest week since 2024 ahead for much of central and eastern US
Hundreds of millions will be shedding jackets and long sleeves in the week ahead as temperatures climb into the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s F in much of the central and eastern United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Locally severe storms to rattle Gulf Coast states, 2 more storms lining up for California, and Daylight Saving Time starts Sunday
Severe thunderstorms shift eastward across the Gulf Coast states this weekend bringing risks to outdoor plans and travelers. In the strongest storms there may be some risk to lives and property.; also After a break this weekend, the Pacific storm train will resume with both needed and problematic rain and mountain snow for California and many other parts of the western United States next week; and it's time to move those clocks forward one hour on Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Warmer days are on the way but severe weather and the polar vortex lurk
The warmest weather since autumn is likely in parts of the central and eastern U.S. in the coming days, but colder air, courtesy of the polar vortex, may pay a visit by mid-March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Severe weather and tornado forecast for US in 2025
Thunderstorms and tornadoes are starting to erupt more frequently across the United States as severe weather season begins, and the worst of the storms could happen outside of Tornado Alley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Tornadoes hit Texas, Oklahoma as thunderstorms rattle South
Severe weather spawned tornadoes and destructive winds across the southern United States on Tuesday, contributing to nearly 500,000 power outages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Smokey haze still blankets parts of the Carolinas as crews battle dozens of wildfires
Firefighters in North and South Carolina continue to battle wildfires that have scorched parts of the region in the past several days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dangerous early March severe weather outbreak to span nearly 2 dozen states
A significant outbreak of severe weather, including the risk of some nocturnal tornadoes will unfold by Tuesday and continue on Wednesday which will put lives and property at risk in the central and eastern U.S. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
It's a miracle a family of 3 survived plane crash into Vermont's snowy Mount Equinox
While reflecting on an intense rescue made even more harrowing by snow and ice, emergency officials said the heavy snow and open terrain near the peak likely prevented serious injuries. Also, New measles cases have been confirmed in New Jersey and Kentucky with the one common factor being a lack of measles vaccinations.New Jersey health officials announced two new measles cases in addition to another known case. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Severe weather threat increasing for South, Midwest and East next week
Severe weather, including the potential for tornadoes, is headed to parts of the southern, central and eastern United States next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
When will springlike weather arrive for good?
February was packed with winter storms and blasts of Arctic air, and as the calendar is ready to flip to March, many are beginning to wonder when warmer weather will take hold across the country. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Who got the most and least snow this winter?
Some parts of the U.S. have had a blockbuster snow season compared to historical average, but others have barely seen any. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dog tied to fence, abandoned during Hurricane Milton beats cancer after finding forever family
A dog who was abandoned as Hurricane Milton closed in on Florida last October is overcoming new challenges but, thanks to his new family, he is surviving and thriving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Northwest braces for a fresh round of flooding rain, damaging winds from atmospheric river
The Northwest US is facing yet another storm early this week that will bring a swath of heavy rain, wind and mountain snow. Forecasters highlight the risk for river flooding, avalanches and mudslides will remain high. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Total lunar eclipse will cause moon to turn red in March
The first "Blood Moon" eclipse since 2022 will cause the moon to change colors on March 13-14, and it will be visible across North America, as long as cloudy weather doesn't spoil the show. Also, red and green 'twilight clouds' were spotted over Mars. The rare clouds have only been seen on Mars a few times in recent years, and are helping scientists unravel the mysteries of the alien atmosphere. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices