What's an 'omega block,' and why is it messing with US weather right now?

A strange atmospheric pattern known as an "omega block" is preventing the usual eastward progression of weather across the U.S. — but what is this weird block, and when will it go away? Read More

Relentless severe weather could pause for a week. Here’s when it returns.

After weeks of relentless severe weather, it’s going to be weirdly calm in parts of the United States and particularly in the central region — at least for now. Read More

Severe Weather Awareness Week: Extreme heat

April 7-11 is Severe Weather Awareness Week. It’s a time where we help educate ... Let’s take a closer look at extreme heat. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ... Read More

US will stop tracking the costs of extreme weather fueled by climate change

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration said it will no longer track the cost of weather disasters, including floods, heat waves, wildfires and more ... Read More

Worried about the weekend forecast? Nat'l Weather Service may struggle to help.

Many National Weather Service offices have seen staff reductions of 20% to 40%, limiting forecasting ability, especially in rural areas. Read More

EXTREME WEATHER

Extreme heat in parts of South Asia will near record levels for April. A city in southern Pakistan hit 122 degrees Fahrenheit in April 2018 and could do it again this week. A 19-year-old man faces ... Read More

Weather News | Today's Latest Stories | Reuters

April 28, 2025 Abundant Ivory Coast rains signal promising end to cocoa mid-crop, farmers say Above average rainfall last week across ... said on Tuesday, as extreme weather swept across Russia ... Read More

Severe weather awareness week is coming

The Morrison County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Management team sent out a news release informing ... daily topics during Severe Weather Awareness Week. Friday — Extreme heat. Read More

Wisconsin Severe Weather Awareness Week 2025

I’LL HAV It's Severe Weather Awareness Week across Wisconsin, a crucial opportunity to enhance your understanding and preparedness for extreme weather conditions. Each day focuses on a different ... Read More