On June 21, 2025, countries across the Northern Hemisphere will witness the longest day and shortest night of the year, a phenomenon known as the summer solstice. This astronomical event occurs when the Earth's axial tilt leans most directly toward the Sun, causing it to reach its highest point in the sky above the Tropic of Cancer. As a result, regions from India to Europe and the United States will enjoy extended hours of daylight.

Central Ohio is bracing for potentially severe thunderstorms on Monday afternoon and evening, as a strong weather system is forecast to sweep through the region. Weather officials have issued an alert for the area, warning that storms could bring damaging wind gusts, large hail, and possibly even an isolated tornado. Although the overall risk of flooding and tornadoes remains low, residents are advised to stay weather-aware as conditions are expected to evolve rapidly throughout the day.

The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season has officially begun, but Florida has experienced an unusual stretch of dry weather as the state momentarily steps away from its typical early summer rain pattern. The primary cause of this unexpected dryness is a massive Saharan dust plume that drifted across the Atlantic Ocean and settled high above Florida last week. Traveling an astonishing 5,000 miles from Africa, the dust plume was large enough to be observed from space and has temporarily disrupted Fl

Residents across Central Ohio are being urged to stay weather-aware on Monday as the region faces the potential for strong to severe thunderstorms developing during the afternoon and early evening hours. These storms could produce damaging wind gusts, hail, and even an isolated tornado in some areas, especially those located east of Interstate 71. The day is forecast to begin on a quiet note, with dry conditis in place through the early morning. However, a frontal system pushing t

In a heartwarming tribute to grassroots activism, the Andhra Pradesh government marked World Environment Day 2025 by appointing forest conservationist Anka Rao as its Special Advisor for environmental conservation. The announcement was made during the Environment Day celebrations held in the presence of Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and Deputy Chief Minister Pawan Kalyan. Chandrababu Naidu praised Anka Rao’s

World Environment Day 2025 will be observed on June 5 with a global focus on one of today’s most urgent environmental crises: plastic pollution. Organized by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), this year’s campaign is hosted by the Republic of Korea. The theme, “Beat Plastic Pollution,” calls for unified global efforts to reduce plastic waste and transition toward a sustainable future.

Torrential rain brought chaos to North Texas late Tuesday night as heavy downpours led to dangerous flash flooding on key roadways, including a major stretch of I-35 East in Dallas. Vehicles were stranded in deep water just before midnight, with eyewitnesses reporting floodwaters reaching up to car windows in some areas. The heavy rainfall hit the region swiftly, prompting the National Weather Service to issue flash flood warnings for Dallas County and neighbo

Wildfires raging across Canada, particularly in the regions of Manitoba and Saskatchewan, have triggered mass evacuations and are now sending thick smoke across the border into the United States. The smoke is drifting into several parts of the country, including the D.C. Metro area, where it is expected to linger through at least early this week. More than 17,000 people have been evacuated due to the intensity of the wildfires. As strong upper-level winds carry the smoke southward

As hurricane season officially begins, Houston residents are urged to revisit their storm preparedness plans. While many long-time Houstonians are familiar with the protocols, each year presents unique challenges, especially for new residents. Preparation is the key to staying safe when tropical storms or hurricanes hit the Gulf Coast. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help residents stay informed and protected.

In a terrifying incident at Benbrook Lake, Tarrant County, Texas, 14 people were injured after a bolt of lightning struck a canopy during a fast-moving storm on Sunday evening, June 1. According to Cresson Fire Chief Ron Becker, the group was attempting to hold down the canopy when the lightning hit, sending a shock through the structure and surrounding area. The storm swept through the region with high winds and hea

A major weather event over Delhi on Sunday forced an IndiGo flight from Raipur to abort its landing due to intense turbulence and dangerous wind conditions. IndiGo flight 6E 6313 was moments away from touching down at Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International Airport when gusty winds, reaching up to 80 kmph, prompted the pilot to climb back to a higher altitude. A video taken from inside the cabin captured the harrow

As the Bay Area braces for hotter temperatures and an increased risk of wildfires, fire safety has become a growing concern in the Berkeley Hills. This elevated risk has led to the introduction of the EMBER proposal—Effective Mitigations for Berkeley Ember Resilience—an initiative aimed at making homes more fire-resilient. However, the proposal has ignited strong reactions among residents, with some questioning its feasibility and fairness. George Perez Velez, a lon

Thunderstorms sweeping across the Houston area are expected to persist until at least Friday, bringing multiple rounds of heavy rainfall, hail, and potential flooding. The slow-moving weather system has already delivered up to 3–4 inches of rain in some parts of the region between Tuesday and Wednesday, according to the Harris County Flood Warning System. Meteorologist Hayley Adams with the National Weather Service’s Houston/Galveston office noted that while a brief paus

More than 59,000 Austin Energy customers were left in the dark on Wednesday night as powerful storms rolled across Central Texas, bringing damaging wind, hail, and intense lightning. According to Austin Energy's website, the outages began after 9:30 p.m. and affected numerous areas in the Austin metro due to broken tree limbs and storm-damaged electrical infrastructure. The energy provider reported no estimated timeline for power restoration, stating on its outage map, “We

The state of Kerala is facing intense and widespread rainfall following the early arrival of the southwest monsoon on May 24, the earliest onset since 2009. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued multiple weather warnings, including red, orange, and yellow alerts across various districts, as the state braces for continued heavy downpours, rising river levels, and possible landslides. On May 27, the IMD placed Kannur, Wayanad, and Kozhikode under a red alert, forecastin

In a groundbreaking scientific discovery, researchers have uncovered evidence that Earth’s core is leaking gold and other precious metals to the surface, challenging long-held beliefs about the planet’s interior and its level of geological isolation. A team from the University of Göttingen in Germany conducted an isotopic analysis of Hawaiian volcanic rocks, revealing trace elements that likely originated from deep within the Earth's core. According to th

Just when residents were beginning to enjoy a short-lived reprieve from the sweltering heat, Gulf humidity has made a strong comeback. Houston is once again facing hot, sticky weather heading into the Memorial Day holiday weekend, with temperatures climbing back into the mid-90s, feeling closer to 100°F due to high humidity levels. After a slightly cooler and more pleasant Wednesday, the shift back into typical southeast Texas heat is in full effect. The KPRC 2 Weather Team warn

A fast-moving grass fire that broke out Thursday afternoon near Livermore, California, has scorched 261.8 acres but is now reported to be 60% contained, according to the Alameda County Fire Department (ACFD). Known as the Midway Fire, it started around 2:51 p.m. near Patterson Pass Road and Midway Road, just outside of Mountain House. As of 6:03 p.m. on Thursday, forward progress of the fire had been stopped. Initial containment efforts were quickly escalated as the fire jumped the

 After a stretch of dry days, North Texas residents should brace for potential storms Thursday evening, with forecasters warning of damaging winds and large hail. The National Weather Service has upgraded the region’s risk level from marginal to slight, meaning isolated severe storms are possible across the Metroplex between 5 p.m. and 10 p.m. Meteorologists Kylie Capps and Dan Henry of report that Thursday will begin with partly sunny skies and temperatures in the u

Residents in Dallas and across North Texas are being advised to stay alert as a round of potentially severe storms is expected to move through the region starting Friday afternoon and continuing through the weekend. While the tornado risk remains low, the forecast includes threats of large hail and damaging winds that could impact weekend plans. Warm and humid conditions have settled over the Dallas-Fort Worth area, creating the kind of unstable atmosphere ripe for storm development