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Flooding turns deadly as Texas reels from significant rainfall
SAN ANTONIO, Texas - A person has died due to extensive flooding that is impacting the San Antonio, Texas, area.San Antonio police said a man believed to be homeless died after rescuers lost sight of him amid rising floodwaters along Salado Creek, according to our affiliate FOX 4.EVACUATIONS UNDERWAY IN CENTRAL TEXAS DUE TO FLASH FLOOD THREATOver 9 inches of rain was reported on Monday just north of San Antonio due to trailing, slow-moving storms. Other locations have seen nearly half a foot of
Millions of gallons of wastewater overflow during extreme flooding in Michigan
MIDLAND, Mich. — Officials are warning the public after millions of gallons of wastewater overflowed during extreme flooding in Michigan.The City of Midland Water Reclamation said the overflow event began on April 17 and concluded on Tuesday.It happened because of heavy rainfall, which led to excess water entering the system and causing the facility's overflow detention pond to discharge into the storm sewer.WATCH: DRONE FOOTAGE REVEALS JAW-DROPPING EXTENT OF FLOODING IN MICHIGANCity officials s
Exceptional drought sparks wave of wildfires across Georgia
GEORGIA – A widespread, exceptional drought has set the stage for a surge of wildfires across Georgia, with more than 90 igniting this week alone as crews race to contain fast-moving blazes that have already forced evacuations and shuttered schools.This week, across a three-day span from April 18 to April 20, the Georgia Forestry Commission said it responded to 98 wildfires that burned thousands of acres amid favorable fire weather conditions.RAGING WILDFIRES FORCE EVACUATIONS ACROSS FLORIDA AMI
Most of Colorado is at risk of dangerous wildfires as warm, dry conditions persist
COLORADO – Parts of the Great Plains are under significant fire weather risk this week, as areas such as Colorado are being closely monitored for development.States across the Great Plains, especially Colorado, are of concern for possible fire weather on Wednesday, as very low humidity and gusty winds could develop, resulting in a PDS (Particularly Dangerous Situation) warning for the state.RAGING WILDFIRES FORCE EVACUATIONS ACROSS FLORIDA AMID HISTORIC DROUGHT, WITH SOME RELIEF AHEAD FOR SOUTHE
Another round of severe storms to lash the South with big hail, possible tornadoes over the weekend
We are tracking days of severe storms that are not expected to let up anytime soon, with multiple systems impacting different parts of the South through at least Monday — which is expected to be the highest impact day.NOAA's Storm Prediction Center said storms capable of producing tornadoes, hail and damaging wind gusts are most likely to form between Oklahoma and northward into Minnesota before the threat shifts south and east into the Mississippi Valley on Friday.SEVERE STORMS RELOAD ACROSS CE
SPC MD 493
MD 0493 CONCERNING SEVERE POTENTIAL...WATCH UNLIKELY FOR FAR SOUTHEAST WI INTO SOUTHWEST LOWER MI AND NORTHERN PARTS OF IL AND IN Mesoscale Discussion 0493NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK0107 PM CDT Tue Apr 21 2026Areas affected...Far southeast WI into southwest lower MI andnorthern parts of IL and INConcerning...Severe potential...Watch unlikely Valid 211807Z - 212000ZProbability of Watch Issuance...5 percentSUMMARY...Isolated occurrences of hail approaching severe levelsand/or loca
SPC MD 494
MD 0494 CONCERNING SEVERE POTENTIAL...WATCH UNLIKELY FOR PORTIONS OF THE SACRAMENTO AND SAN JOAQUIN VALLEYS Mesoscale Discussion 0494NWS Storm Prediction Center Norman OK0134 PM CDT Tue Apr 21 2026Areas affected...Portions of the Sacramento and San Joaquin ValleysConcerning...Severe potential...Watch unlikely Valid 211834Z - 212030ZProbability of Watch Issuance...20 percentSUMMARY...A few stronger storms are possible this afternoon acrossportions of the Sacramento and San Joaquin Valleys.
Relentless allergy symptoms are here to stay due to long-lasting spring in the US
As millions of Americans settle into the spring season, it brings a new opportunity to enjoy the outdoors and pleasant warmth, but not without allergies getting in the way.This spring is expected to bring an especially long allergy season.ALLERGY SUFFERERS, YOU MIGHT BE CLEANING YOUR HOUSE ALL WRONGAccording to experts at Climatecentral.org, warming trends lead to more freeze-free days each year, giving plants more time to grow and release loads of pollen. Experts have observed that most U.S. re
Evacuations underway in central Texas due to flash flood threat
WILLIAMSON COUNTY, Texas – Evacuations are underway in central Texas north of Austin because of flash flooding.According to the Williamson County Emergency Services, Shady River and Good Water RV Parks are being evacuated.INCHES OF RAIN SOAK DROUGHT-STRICKEN TEXAS, CONTINUING FLASH FLOOD CONCERNS"If you are in these areas, evacuate immediately to higher ground. Do not drive through flooded roadways," emergency services said.Several roads in Georgetown, Texas, are closed due to flooding, accordin
Late-season rain and mountain snow sweep California, potentially boosting snowpack totals
A Pacific storm system is sweeping across the Great Basin and Intermountain West, bringing a mix of coastal rain, thunderstorms, and mountain snow. As moisture streams inland, these conditions are expected to become widespread across lower elevations while intensified snowfall hits the high peaks.While the initial frontal passage may feature scattered activity, a secondary wave is expected to increase rain coverage across northern California through Tuesday.PACIFIC SYSTEM TO SWEEP WEST, BRINGING
Watch: Coast Guard rescues 4 trapped in boat through 'challenging mission' in Alaska
A group of four people who were trapped in their boat stuck in ice for more than a day, were rescued by the U.S. Coast Guard on Sunday. According to the U.S. Coast Guard Arctic District, watchstanders received a report from Alaska State Troopers on Saturday afternoon about four people who were on a seal hunting expedition and needed assistance after their boat was trapped in ice for more than 24 hours. The group was able to free their boat from the ice overnight, but was unable to reach the shor
Exclusive analysis: El Niño likely to boost hurricane activity in Eastern Pacific this summer
With less than a month until the start of hurricane season in the Eastern Pacific Basin, exclusive analysis from the FOX Forecast Center found that the developing El Niño climate pattern will likely fuel a surge of named storms and hurricanes.The FOX Forecast Center found that since 1990, even a moderate El Niño resulted in an above-average hurricane season in the Eastern Pacific 85 percent of the time.EXCLUSIVE ANALYSIS: TIMING OF EL NIÑO CAN REDUCE CHANCES OF 'HOMEGROWN' GULF HURRICANES IN 202
Pacific system to sweep west, bringing heavy snow, soaking rain and strong winds to California, Rockies
A Pacific storm system is bringing coastal rain, storms and mountain snow as it pushes across the Great Basin and Intermountain West.Widespread low-elevation rain and heavy mountain snow are expected as moisture streams in off the Pacific, with the heaviest snow accumulations focused across the higher terrain of the Sierra Nevada and Northern Rockies.NOAA: WARMEST MARCH EVER RECORDED ACROSS LOWER 48 DRIVEN BY HISTORIC WESTERN HEAT DOMEWhile the initial passage may feature scattered activity, a s
Exclusive analysis: Timing of El Niño can reduce chances of 'homegrown' Gulf hurricanes in 2026
With the development of the El Niño climate pattern imminent, exclusive historical analysis from the FOX Forecast Center shows that the presence of El Niño dramatically reduces the odds of a tropical system — including hurricanes — forming in the Gulf during the summer months, June through August.2026 HURRICANE SEASON: COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY FORECASTS EL NIÑO TO DOMINATE AND SUPPRESS ATLANTIC ACTIVITYHowever, exactly when El Niño develops will play a key role in how much protection the Gulf r
Hiker dies after fall from hiking trail in Utah’s Zion National Park
ZION NATIONAL PARK, Utah. — A person fell to their death Friday afternoon inside Zion National Park in Utah, according to the National Parks Service.Officials said it happened around 2 p.m. local time on the Angels Landing Trail. HOW TO WATCH FOX WEATHERFirst responders from multiple agencies rushed to the scene. The West Rim Trail, including Scout Lookout and Angels Landing, were immediately closed, according to officials. The exact circumstances of the fall have not been released, and the vict
Massive magnitude 7.4 earthquake rattles Miyako, Japan, triggering Tsunami Warning, ongoing evacuations
MIYAKO, Japan — A magnitude 7.4 earthquake struck off the coast of northern Japan just before 5 p.m. local time on Monday, according to the USGS. Japan's government has issued Tsunami Warnings for prefectures along the east coast of Japan's main island, Honshu. Tsunami Warnings are also in effect for the northern island of Hokkaido. People within these warnings are being told to evacuate to higher ground.The Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA) said tsunami wave heights of approximately 9.8 feet ar
Rising waters: Days of heavy rain cause rivers in Michigan and Wisconsin to exceed limits
CHEBOYGAN, Mich. – The constant threat of flash flooding throughout Michigan continues throughout the state after days of heavy rain.A tremendous amount of snowmelt, along with recent severe storms and heavy rain, has resulted in widespread flooding and overflowing rivers.Due to the ongoing flood threat, Michigan Governor Gretchen Wiltmer declared a state of emergency for Cheboygan County, citing rising waters and the threat to the dam complex on the river.WATCH: DRONE FOOTAGE REVEALS JAW-DROPPI
Watch: Parachuter crashes into scoreboard before Virginia Tech spring football game
BLACKSBURG, Va. – Spring football games are often a time to celebrate tradition and breathe life into the upcoming new season, but a celebration took an interesting turn at Virginia Tech this weekend.Spring football has begun across colleges in the NCAA this week, kicking off nostalgic, fun-filled events to get fans excited for next season.But the start of the Virginia Tech game was delayed after a parachutist crashed into the scoreboard at Lane Stadium in Blacksburg, just before kickoff on Satu
Another round of much-needed rain to soak drought-stricken South, prompting flash flood concerns
TEXAS - More rain is set to sweep across the drought-stricken Southern Plains and Southeast through Tuesday.97% OF SOUTHEAST UNDER DROUGHT CONDITIONS AS HOT, DRY SPRING LINGERS WITH SOME RAIN TO THE RESCUEWhile these incoming storms will continue to bring some relief to parched regions, they also bring renewed risks of flash flooding to southeastern Texas.Some of the main cities sitting in the impact zone include Houston, San Antonio, Austin and Corpus Christi.SEVERE STORMS SUBMERGE TEXAS IN FEE
Severe storms reload across Plains with renewed threats of large hail and tornadoes late this week
Severe storms will once again plague portions of the Plains by late this week.MILLIONS IN PATH OF DAMAGING WINDS AS SEVERE STORM THREAT PUSHES EAST INTO OHIO VALLEY TO KICK OFF WEEKENDFrom Oklahoma north into parts of the Upper Midwest, another stormy pattern is taking shape as severe threats brew—with large hail, damaging winds and tornadoes all possible.DANGEROUS SEVERE STORMS FIRE OFF STRONG TORNADOES, 'MONSTER' HAIL TARGETING 50M+ ACROSS 1,500 MILESThis month has been packed with active weat
