Weather and Climate

Over a century ago in 1913, a massive flood wreaked havoc on Greater Cleveland, the entire state of Ohio, and 13 other states, marking it as the most widespread natural disaster in U.S. history at that time. The Great Flood of 1913 was a major natural disaster that many are unfamiliar with, yet it had a profound impact on Greater Cleveland and the state of Ohio despite the flood prevention efforts in place....

Despite widespread flooding across much of the Midwest, North Dakota's flood season has been relatively mild. Despite historic flooding across much of the Midwest, North Dakota's flood season has been relatively calm. Climate and Average Weather Year Round in North Dakota In contrast, Minnesota is facing severe flooding, with dozens of counties grappling with the effects of Mother Nature's wrath. Waterville is enduring its worst flooding...

Early Thursday morning, the National Weather Service declared a Flash Flood Emergency following over 8 inches of rain. Bladen County Emergency Services also issued a voluntary evacuation order for residents in and around the former textile community. Cleanup efforts have begun in the small town of Bladenboro, North Carolina, after Tropical Storm Debby brought heavy rainfall that inundated the area Wednesday night. "At 9:30 p.m., it was completely dry, but by 10 p.m.,...

Heavy rain has caused severe flooding across the state. Here’s the latest update on the storm’s impact: One Rescued from Flooded Home, Three Saved from Submerged Vehicle in Steuben County, NY On a busy day for first responders, the Swift Water Rescue Team from the Bath Volunteer Fire Department successfully conducted two rescues on Friday. Climate and Average Weather Year Round in New York The...

Monsoon rains have resulted in 19 Flash Flood Emergencies in burn scar areas from the South Fork and Salt fires. Firefighting crews caution that soil damaged by wildfires can repel water, leading to overwhelmed drainage systems and increased flooding risks. A village in south-central New Mexico, popular with outdoor enthusiasts and cultural tourists, has experienced its 13th Flash Flood Emergency due to runoff from heavy rain over burn scars left by recent wildfires. ...

Tuesday night's storms are causing significant disruption to roads in North Jersey. Reports indicate that motorists are stranded on flooded streets in Leonia, Englewood, Bogota, Alpine, Lyndhurst, Hillsdale, West Orange, and Hackensack. "Almost half of Hackensack is underwater. Please avoid driving through any flooded areas and steer clear of Hackensack if possible. If you're already on the road, find a diner or a dry spot to wait until the water recedes," the Hackensack...

The latest flooding has led to road closures and rescue operations across northern New Hampshire Parts of Coos and Grafton counties are still recovering from Wednesday night’s thunderstorms, which caused widespread flooding on major roads, including Route 135. Firefighters and local officials are assessing the damage in communities such as Dalton, Littleton, Whitefield, and Lancaster. State officials are collaborating with local communities to support recovery efforts. In Dalton, Fire Chief Ron...

A multi-day blizzard is set to hit the Sierra Nevada and Siskiyous this weekend, bringing heavy snowfall and potentially causing travel shutdowns and life-threatening conditions. A massive storm is expected to dump 6-10 feet of snow and bring high winds to the Sierra Nevada through this weekend. According to AccuWeather meteorologists, the storm...

As of Monday morning, the Missouri River has crested in Omaha, but minor to moderate flooding is still expected along the river from near Blair to downstream near Rulo this week following runoff from several days of heavy rain upstream. Weather Forecast for Nebraska Minor flooding is forecast for the Missouri River near Blair on Monday, after it crested at 32.15 feet last Thursday. For historical context, the peak crest near Blair was...

Sixty Years Ago, the Largest Flood in Flathead County’s History Sixty years ago, torrential rains fell on top of a heavy mountain snowpack on June 8-9, 1964, leading to the largest flood in Flathead County’s recorded history. The flood, one of the most powerful flash floods in the United States, resulted from a combination of factors that led to devastating impacts across the region. Water poured down both sides of the Continental Divide, tearing out roadways, rail lines,...