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#environmental-impact
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
World news

Bigger than Texas: the true size of Australia's devastating floods

Queensland's recent flooding is larger than Germany and France combined, marking it as one of the most devastating floods in history.
World news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Bigger than Texas: the true size of Australia's devastating floods

Queensland's recent flooding is larger than Germany and France combined, marking it as one of the most devastating floods in history.
more#environmental-impact
#power-outages
California
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Deadly 'bomb cyclone' lashes US Northwest DW 11/21/2024

A bomb cyclone struck the western U.S., causing widespread damage, power outages, and deaths, linked to climate change and meteorological phenomena.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Strong Storm in San Francisco Brings a Tornado Warning

Northern California experienced a powerful storm that prompted the first-ever tornado warning for San Francisco, highlighting unpreparedness for such events.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
US news

Storm lashes Northern California after leaving thousands without power in Seattle

Northern California experienced severe storms, leading to landslides, flooding, and significant rainfall, impacting communities and travel.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago
Toronto

Power outages persist in hard-hit areas after Ontario ice storm | CBC News

Severe ice storm in Ontario left over 252,000 without power, with restoration efforts complicated by forecasts of more freezing rain.
California
fromwww.dw.com
5 months ago

Deadly 'bomb cyclone' lashes US Northwest DW 11/21/2024

A bomb cyclone struck the western U.S., causing widespread damage, power outages, and deaths, linked to climate change and meteorological phenomena.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Strong Storm in San Francisco Brings a Tornado Warning

Northern California experienced a powerful storm that prompted the first-ever tornado warning for San Francisco, highlighting unpreparedness for such events.
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago
US news

Storm lashes Northern California after leaving thousands without power in Seattle

Northern California experienced severe storms, leading to landslides, flooding, and significant rainfall, impacting communities and travel.
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 weeks ago
Toronto

Power outages persist in hard-hit areas after Ontario ice storm | CBC News

Severe ice storm in Ontario left over 252,000 without power, with restoration efforts complicated by forecasts of more freezing rain.
more#power-outages
#cyclone-alfred
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Australia's best photos of the month March 2025

Extreme weather events are impacting communities in Australia, prompting residents to take urgent precautions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

A secret tunnel and the battle of the oranges: photos of the day Tuesday

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is set to make a rare landfall in Queensland as a category 2 storm, the first in over 50 years.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
NYC LGBT

Australia's best photos of the month March 2025

Extreme weather events are impacting communities in Australia, prompting residents to take urgent precautions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK news

A secret tunnel and the battle of the oranges: photos of the day Tuesday

Tropical Cyclone Alfred is set to make a rare landfall in Queensland as a category 2 storm, the first in over 50 years.
more#cyclone-alfred
#public-safety
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Union Square Nintendo Store Announces Opening Date

Severe weather caused power outages for 10,000 PG&E customers in Mountain View.
Hillsborough Police offer $100,000 reward for suspect in officer shooting incident.
Nintendo's second US store opens in San Francisco's Union Square.
San Jose amends sidewalk sleeping laws to extend banning hours.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Storm Darragh havoc not over yet as strong winds continue across UK

Storm Darragh caused unprecedented damage and danger in Britain and Ireland, resulting in lives lost, severe wind warnings, and significant community disruption.
fromAxios
7 months ago
OMG science

"Our hearts our heavy": Read the NWS letter to the Carolinas and Georgia

NWS forecasts for Tropical Storm Helene were accurate but hard for the public to believe, resulting in tragic impacts across the Southeast.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Union Square Nintendo Store Announces Opening Date

Severe weather caused power outages for 10,000 PG&E customers in Mountain View.
Hillsborough Police offer $100,000 reward for suspect in officer shooting incident.
Nintendo's second US store opens in San Francisco's Union Square.
San Jose amends sidewalk sleeping laws to extend banning hours.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Storm Darragh havoc not over yet as strong winds continue across UK

Storm Darragh caused unprecedented damage and danger in Britain and Ireland, resulting in lives lost, severe wind warnings, and significant community disruption.
fromAxios
7 months ago
OMG science

"Our hearts our heavy": Read the NWS letter to the Carolinas and Georgia

NWS forecasts for Tropical Storm Helene were accurate but hard for the public to believe, resulting in tragic impacts across the Southeast.
more#public-safety
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Strong Winds Send U.S. Customs Blimp on a 600-Mile Trip Across Texas

A U.S. Customs and Border Protection surveillance blimp was dislodged by winds and traveled 600 miles to crash outside Dallas.
fromPortland Mercury
2 months ago
Portland

Good Morning, News: Snow to Melt, RFK Confirmed as Health Secretary, and US States Suing DOGE

Portland experienced significant snowfall leading to school closures and hazardous driving conditions.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Ring camera captures moment man knocked down by trampoline during Storm Darragh

Storm Darragh caused chaos, and Jonathan O'Neill's trampoline mishap turned into a humorous moment captured on camera.
#meteorology
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
US news

Meteorologists Face Harassment and Death Threats Amid Hurricane Disinformation

Meteorologists are increasingly facing harassment and threats amidst the rise of conspiracy theories related to extreme weather events.
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trio of winter storms to blast 200 million people with ice and snow

A series of winter storms will bring significant ice and snow to roughly 200 million people across the U.S. this week.
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago
US news

Meteorologists Face Harassment and Death Threats Amid Hurricane Disinformation

Meteorologists are increasingly facing harassment and threats amidst the rise of conspiracy theories related to extreme weather events.
fromMail Online
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Trio of winter storms to blast 200 million people with ice and snow

A series of winter storms will bring significant ice and snow to roughly 200 million people across the U.S. this week.
more#meteorology
#climate-change
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Floods in Spain's Valencia Region Kill Dozens

At least 51 dead from flash floods in eastern Spain, with extensive damage and ongoing rescue efforts amid predictions of continuous storms.
NYC politics
fromFuturism
5 months ago

As Climate Catastrophe Looms, New York City Declares Drought Warning

New York City declared its first drought warning since 2002, showcasing increasing climate challenges and signaling potential for severe water shortages.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Climate change has turned the sea from a blessing to a curse for this Pakistani city

Climate change awareness has increased in Gwadar due to extreme weather events and rising sea levels threatening homes and infrastructure.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weather tracker: Elvis shakes Madagascar after Europe's triple threat

Tropical Cyclone Elvis caused heavy rainfall in southern Madagascar, while multiple storms affected western Europe, including record temperatures and significant flooding.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weather tracker: More rain forecast in Spain as storms push in

Spain's recent floods represent some of the most severe in decades, fueled by record rainfall and ongoing weather systems.
Europe news
fromwww.nytimes.com
6 months ago

Floods in Spain's Valencia Region Kill Dozens

At least 51 dead from flash floods in eastern Spain, with extensive damage and ongoing rescue efforts amid predictions of continuous storms.
NYC politics
fromFuturism
5 months ago

As Climate Catastrophe Looms, New York City Declares Drought Warning

New York City declared its first drought warning since 2002, showcasing increasing climate challenges and signaling potential for severe water shortages.
fromFast Company
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Climate change has turned the sea from a blessing to a curse for this Pakistani city

Climate change awareness has increased in Gwadar due to extreme weather events and rising sea levels threatening homes and infrastructure.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weather tracker: Elvis shakes Madagascar after Europe's triple threat

Tropical Cyclone Elvis caused heavy rainfall in southern Madagascar, while multiple storms affected western Europe, including record temperatures and significant flooding.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weather tracker: More rain forecast in Spain as storms push in

Spain's recent floods represent some of the most severe in decades, fueled by record rainfall and ongoing weather systems.
more#climate-change
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Acting on Trump's order, federal officials opened up two California dams

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers increased water flow from dams to aid California's water supply, influenced by federal directives and weather forecasts.
Los Angeles
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Los Angeles fires: Catastrophic weather conditions drive firestorms across Southern California

Devastating firestorms in Southern California resulted from extreme weather, destroying over 1,000 homes, causing casualties and mass evacuations.
#new-york-city
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Rarely seen dam in Central Park Reservoir exposed amid historic drought

The Central Park Reservoir has revealed a dividing wall due to drought, marking a significant event linked to the city's water supply issues.
fromTime Out New York
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The 10 most-read stories on Time Out New York this year

New York saw significant transformations in 2024, achieving recognition as the best city and tackling social and environmental challenges.
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
New York City

Rarely seen dam in Central Park Reservoir exposed amid historic drought

The Central Park Reservoir has revealed a dividing wall due to drought, marking a significant event linked to the city's water supply issues.
fromTime Out New York
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

The 10 most-read stories on Time Out New York this year

New York saw significant transformations in 2024, achieving recognition as the best city and tackling social and environmental challenges.
more#new-york-city
fromBoston.com
3 months ago
US news

Northern lights could be visible in upper fringes of the U.S. this New Year's Eve

Solar storms could create auroras in northern U.S. states late Monday and early Tuesday.
Ideal viewing conditions involve dark, clear skies away from city lights.
#surfing
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weather tracker: Giant waves bring rare surfing event to Hawaii

The Eddie surfing event occurred due to rare giant waves, marking only its 11th occurrence in 40 years.
Severe weather resulted in damaging conditions across multiple regions in the US and in Peru.
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Accomplished, thrill-seeking surfers test themselves as massive swell blasts Central Coast

A massive swell hit the Central Coast, creating thrilling yet dangerous surfing conditions for local surfers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weather tracker: Giant waves bring rare surfing event to Hawaii

The Eddie surfing event occurred due to rare giant waves, marking only its 11th occurrence in 40 years.
Severe weather resulted in damaging conditions across multiple regions in the US and in Peru.
fromwww.santacruzsentinel.com
4 months ago
East Bay (California)

Accomplished, thrill-seeking surfers test themselves as massive swell blasts Central Coast

A massive swell hit the Central Coast, creating thrilling yet dangerous surfing conditions for local surfers.
more#surfing
#natural-disasters
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Heavy Rain in Japan Causes Deadly Flooding and Landslides

Record rainfall in Japan's Noto Peninsula has caused deadly flooding and landslides in an area still recovering from a previous earthquake.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Cuba's power grid goes down as Hurricane Rafael plows across island

Hurricane Rafael caused widespread destruction in Cuba, devastating the power grid and leading to emergency evacuations and preparations for severe flooding.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
OMG science

China: Typhoon Bebinca makes landfall in Shanghai DW 09/16/2024

Typhoon Bebinca is the strongest storm to hit Shanghai in over 70 years, causing widespread disruption and safety measures.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Cars

They said it: Not in Kansas anymore

A freak tornado unexpectedly hit Scotts Valley, damaging Myrl Wallace's vehicle and causing significant chaos.
fromFast Company
7 months ago
New York City

Louisiana hit with over 390,000 power outages as Hurricane Francine weakens inland

Hurricane Francine weakened after landfall but posed ongoing flooding threats to several states, impacting Louisiana significantly.
OMG science
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

Heavy Rain in Japan Causes Deadly Flooding and Landslides

Record rainfall in Japan's Noto Peninsula has caused deadly flooding and landslides in an area still recovering from a previous earthquake.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Cuba's power grid goes down as Hurricane Rafael plows across island

Hurricane Rafael caused widespread destruction in Cuba, devastating the power grid and leading to emergency evacuations and preparations for severe flooding.
fromwww.dw.com
7 months ago
OMG science

China: Typhoon Bebinca makes landfall in Shanghai DW 09/16/2024

Typhoon Bebinca is the strongest storm to hit Shanghai in over 70 years, causing widespread disruption and safety measures.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Cars

They said it: Not in Kansas anymore

A freak tornado unexpectedly hit Scotts Valley, damaging Myrl Wallace's vehicle and causing significant chaos.
fromFast Company
7 months ago
New York City

Louisiana hit with over 390,000 power outages as Hurricane Francine weakens inland

Hurricane Francine weakened after landfall but posed ongoing flooding threats to several states, impacting Louisiana significantly.
more#natural-disasters
Photography
fromThe Atlantic
4 months ago

Photos of the Week: Santa Wink, Krampus Run, Panda Pose

Diverse global events from festive celebrations to severe weather challenges illustrate the world's rich tapestry and current societal dynamics.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Weather tracker: US winter in full swing after waves of lake-effect snow

Lake-effect snow creates heavy snowfall as cold air moves over warmer lake water, leading to significant snow accumulation in affected regions.
#atmospheric-river
Miscellaneous
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

Weather reprieve on Sunday, after record-breaking storm

The Bay Area experienced record-breaking rainfall due to a powerful atmospheric river, resulting in flooding and one confirmed death.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

California bomb cyclone brings record rain, major mudslide risk

Northern California is facing flooding and mudslide threats due to a significant atmospheric river storm bringing unprecedented rainfall. This may continue through the weekend.
Miscellaneous
fromThe Mercury News
5 months ago

Weather reprieve on Sunday, after record-breaking storm

The Bay Area experienced record-breaking rainfall due to a powerful atmospheric river, resulting in flooding and one confirmed death.
fromLos Angeles Times
5 months ago
California

California bomb cyclone brings record rain, major mudslide risk

Northern California is facing flooding and mudslide threats due to a significant atmospheric river storm bringing unprecedented rainfall. This may continue through the weekend.
more#atmospheric-river
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Red deer in Durham and a Nigerian twin town: the weekend in pictures

The article highlights recent incidents including a train accident in Egypt and cultural events like Durga Puja.
Science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
6 months ago

Still Reeling from Hurricane Helene, Florida Braces for Second Major Storm

Residents of Florida are bracing for Hurricane Milton just weeks after Hurricane Helene, highlighting the impact of recent severe storms.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
8 months ago
Manchester City

Storm Lilian: Huge tree uproots and falls onto house in Manchester

Storm Lilian caused significant disruption in Manchester with strong winds and uprooted trees.
This storm season has reached the letter L for the first time since storm naming began.
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