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Houston storms cause massive power outages as crews work to restore service
Severe thunderstorms swept through the Houston metropolitan area overnight, leaving thousands of residents without electricity as heavy rain, high winds, and potential tornadoes battered the region. Tornado warnings were issued for several counties, including Harris, Montgomery, and Waller, as strong storms caused widespread damage to power lines, trees, and infrastructure. The system moved swiftly across the area, bringing intense lightning and localized flooding that made roads dangerous and l
Houston storms cause massive power outages as crews work to restore service
Severe thunderstorms swept through the Houston metropolitan area overnight, leaving thousands of residents without electricity as heavy rain, high winds, and potential tornadoes battered the region. Tornado warnings were issued for several counties, including Harris, Montgomery, and Waller, as strong storms caused widespread damage to power lines, trees, and infrastructure. The system moved swiftly across the area, bringing intense lightning and localized flooding that made roads dangerous and l
New Jersey declares state of emergency amid flash flood and storm threats
New Jersey is bracing for extreme weather conditions as Acting Governor Tahesha Way has declared a statewide state of emergency effective from 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 31. The declaration, issued under Executive Order No. 394, covers all 21 counties and comes in anticipation of severe thunderstorms expected to hit the state with heavy rainfall, flash floods, and damaging wind gusts. The order allows state authorities to mobilize emergency resources quickly and includes the early closure of
New Jersey declares state of emergency amid flash flood and storm threats
New Jersey is bracing for extreme weather conditions as Acting Governor Tahesha Way has declared a statewide state of emergency effective from 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 31. The declaration, issued under Executive Order No. 394, covers all 21 counties and comes in anticipation of severe thunderstorms expected to hit the state with heavy rainfall, flash floods, and damaging wind gusts. The order allows state authorities to mobilize emergency resources quickly and includes the early closure of
Gas station explodes in Berwyn after storm downs power lines, igniting gas lines
A devastating explosion leveled a gas station in Berwyn, Illinois, following a chain reaction triggered by downed power lines during a severe thunderstorm. The blast occurred Thursday afternoon and left the station at 6749 Ogden Avenue completely destroyed. By early Friday morning, the once-operational facility was reduced to wreckage surrounded by safety fencing, with twisted metal and scorched debris marking the site. The incident began as strong thunderstorms swept through the
Gas station explodes in Berwyn after storm downs power lines, igniting gas lines
A devastating explosion leveled a gas station in Berwyn, Illinois, following a chain reaction triggered by downed power lines during a severe thunderstorm. The blast occurred Thursday afternoon and left the station at 6749 Ogden Avenue completely destroyed. By early Friday morning, the once-operational facility was reduced to wreckage surrounded by safety fencing, with twisted metal and scorched debris marking the site. The incident began as strong thunderstorms swept through the
Houston Weather: Extreme Heat Continues with 100-Degree Temperatures and Storm Chances This Week
Houston is experiencing a dangerous heatwave this week, with forecast highs reaching close to 100°F by Wednesday. These temperatures are nearing the all-time record for this date, which stands at 101°F, set in 2018. Monday's high reached 98°F, and it looks like the heat will persist for several more days. Along with the high temperatures, the humidity is not letting up, keeping the heat index between 103°F and 106°F every afternoon thro
Houston Weather: Extreme Heat Continues with 100-Degree Temperatures and Storm Chances This Week
Houston is experiencing a dangerous heatwave this week, with forecast highs reaching close to 100°F by Wednesday. These temperatures are nearing the all-time record for this date, which stands at 101°F, set in 2018. Monday's high reached 98°F, and it looks like the heat will persist for several more days. Along with the high temperatures, the humidity is not letting up, keeping the heat index between 103°F and 106°F every afternoon thro
Dangerous swim and boating conditions hit Lake Michigan beaches amid storms and high waves
Lake Michigan beaches across Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan are under a high swim risk warning through Thursday and Friday as dangerous weather conditions take hold of the region. The National Weather Service issued alerts forecasting wind speeds reaching up to 20 miles per hour and waves cresting as high as seven feet, making swimming and boating hazardous and potentially life-threatening. These conditions follow closely on the heels of a powerful line of thunderstorms that tore across the
Dangerous swim and boating conditions hit Lake Michigan beaches amid storms and high waves
Lake Michigan beaches across Illinois, Indiana, and Michigan are under a high swim risk warning through Thursday and Friday as dangerous weather conditions take hold of the region. The National Weather Service issued alerts forecasting wind speeds reaching up to 20 miles per hour and waves cresting as high as seven feet, making swimming and boating hazardous and potentially life-threatening. These conditions follow closely on the heels of a powerful line of thunderstorms that tore across the
Deadly Storms Strike Central New Jersey, Kill Several and Leave Thousands Without Power
A powerful and destructive thunderstorm system swept across central New Jersey on Thursday evening, leaving behind a trail of devastation, widespread power outages, transportation disruptions, and confirmed fatalities. Governor Phil Murphy released a statement shortly after the storm subsided, confirming that there were multiple deaths as a result of the severe weather event, although the specific locations of these fatalities had not yet been publicly disclosed at the time of his briefing.
Deadly Storms Strike Central New Jersey, Kill Several and Leave Thousands Without Power
A powerful and destructive thunderstorm system swept across central New Jersey on Thursday evening, leaving behind a trail of devastation, widespread power outages, transportation disruptions, and confirmed fatalities. Governor Phil Murphy released a statement shortly after the storm subsided, confirming that there were multiple deaths as a result of the severe weather event, although the specific locations of these fatalities had not yet been publicly disclosed at the time of his briefing.
Extreme heat warning issued in New Jersey through Wednesday
A dangerous and prolonged heat wave has settled over New Jersey, with residents facing hazardous conditions through midweek. Authorities have issued an extreme heat warning effective through Wednesday, urging residents to take immediate precautions as the heat index climbs above 100 degrees across much of the state. Beginning Monday, both daytime highs and nighttime lows are expected to remain well above seasonal averages. In several areas, temperatures may reach the triple digits
Extreme heat warning issued in New Jersey through Wednesday
A dangerous and prolonged heat wave has settled over New Jersey, with residents facing hazardous conditions through midweek. Authorities have issued an extreme heat warning effective through Wednesday, urging residents to take immediate precautions as the heat index climbs above 100 degrees across much of the state. Beginning Monday, both daytime highs and nighttime lows are expected to remain well above seasonal averages. In several areas, temperatures may reach the triple digits
Giant Saharan dust storm brings dry skies to Florida as hurricane season begins
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
Giant Saharan dust storm brings dry skies to Florida as hurricane season begins
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
IndiGo Flight Aborts Delhi Landing Amid Storm
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
IndiGo Flight Aborts Delhi Landing Amid Storm
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
Dallas Weather Alert: Storms, Hail Expected Thursday
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
Dallas Weather Alert: Storms, Hail Expected Thursday
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
Severe Storms and Flood Risk Expected Friday as Freeze Warning Hits Parts of New Jersey
As the week unfolds across New Jersey, residents are facing a rollercoaster of weather conditions that include a freeze warning, the threat of thunderstorms, and possible flooding. A dynamic weather system is moving through the region, creating potential hazards that span from early morning cold to severe evening storms. A freeze warning was issued for Hudson, eastern Essex, and eastern Union counties and remains in effect until 9 a.m. today. With temperatures dipping below the fr
Severe Storms and Flood Risk Expected Friday as Freeze Warning Hits Parts of New Jersey
As the week unfolds across New Jersey, residents are facing a rollercoaster of weather conditions that include a freeze warning, the threat of thunderstorms, and possible flooding. A dynamic weather system is moving through the region, creating potential hazards that span from early morning cold to severe evening storms. A freeze warning was issued for Hudson, eastern Essex, and eastern Union counties and remains in effect until 9 a.m. today. With temperatures dipping below the fr









