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Rare severe storm threat targets Southern California while Arizona faces potential egg-sized hail, tornadoes

THE TAKEAWAYFLAGSTAFF, Ariz. — Severe thunderstorms blasted parts of Arizona early Wednesday ahead of a rare severe weather threat that will intensify through the day and into the evening. Parts of the state, including Flagstaff and Prescott, are under a Level 3 out of 5 risk of severe thunderstorms capable of producing damaging egg-sized hail and tornadoes.A strong storm system moving across the West Coast will tap into a plume of humid air over Arizona Wednesday afternoon. The same system will

Bryan Norcross: Coastal impacts continue as the nor'easter #93L makes a run at morphing into Josephine

This story was last updated at 9:10 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026.The persistent nor'easter that is officially tagged Invest 93L continues to spin about 350 miles offshore of Virginia Beach. Top winds with the system are estimated at 50 mph with stronger gusts. The persistent north to northeast winds on the system’s west side continue to push ocean water onto and over the coast from North Carolina to New Jersey, especially at high tide. River flooding is also occurring because the high tides

Evacuations, shelter-in-place order issued after hazardous material is released in Toledo, Ohio amid dense fog

TOLEDO, Ohio — Hazardous materials were released around an industrial facility in northern Toledo late Tuesday that prompted the local fire department to issue evacuation orders for people within a 1-mile radius of the incident. Shelter-in-place orders were expanded early Wednesday within a 3-mile radius of the area, which instructed people to stay indoors and close any ventilation systems that pull in outside air.Officials said the emergency response was hampered by dense fog at the time of the

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Slow-moving system could bring days of heavy rain and flooding to the Bahamas and Florida

THE TAKEAWAYA slow-moving system is developing near the Southwest Atlantic as October ends, potentially bringing days of heavy rain, gusty winds and flash flooding to parts of the region.HOW HIGH PRESSURE AND LOW PRESSURE DRIVE THE WEATHERThis comes as an upper-level low becomes cut off from the main jet stream. Meanwhile, a strong ridge is building across eastern Canada and the North Atlantic, which could trap the system offshore for several days, allowing a broad area of low pressure to develo

Could history repeat itself? How past Super El Niño winters offer clues about what's ahead

Forecasts show this winter could see the strongest El Niño ever recorded, which could have significant impacts on different parts of the U.S. But will it look similar to the Super El Niños of history?According to the FOX Forecast Center, there have been three winters since 1990, which were Super El Niño: 1991-92, 1997-98 and 2015-16.SUPER EL NIÑO FUELED WINTER COULD UNLEASH MORE STORMS, DRIVING MORE ACTIVE PATTERN INTO THE SOUTHWhile 1991-92 and 1997-98 followed very similar patterns, 2015-16 to

Can thunderstorms trigger asthma attacks? The hidden health threat behind severe weather

THE TAKEAWAYThunderstorms often cast a dangerous yet beautiful display of natural weather patterns across the sky — one that can literally take your breath away in a "perfect storm" scenario.Medical experts say severe thunderstorms can trigger a sudden surge in asthma attacks, even among people who don’t typically suffer from the condition."It's actually one of the most interesting phenomenons where medicine and weather come together," FOX News Medical Contributor Dr. Jessica Gray said.FALL ALLE

Flood threat ramps up across US as rounds of heavy rain target Southwest and Southeast

Wet weather returns across parts of the U.S. this week, with rainfall expected Tuesday, raising flood threats in some areas.Portions of the Southwest and Southeast are expected to see heavy rain and storms today, along with a multi-day threat.In the Southwest, severe storms and heavy rain are expected in New Mexico as a strong upper-level trough moves across the region by midweek, bringing increased moisture.Because of the expected widespread heavy rainfall, a Level 2 out of 4 flash flood threat

Bryan Norcross: There's a decent chance the nor'easter tagged 93L will morph into Josephine

This story was last updated at 8:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026.The nor'easter is not an especially strong storm. But its location offshore of North Carolina combined with the location of a robust high-pressure system north of the Great Lakes is creating a long corridor of northeast winds aimed at the central East Coast. When winds blow over a long distance from the same direction, they get the water moving. The longer they blow, the more water piles up along and washes over the coast and is

WRAL weather alert day: Tornado warnings in effect for Cumberland, Hoke counties until 12:15

A WRAL Weather Alert Day is in place Sunday due to the remnants of Isaias, which could bring severe thunderstorms and the potential for tornadoes to the area.

Spooky season is here, and these 10 American streets have chilling histories

As fall continues, we inch closer to Halloween, when millions flock outdoors in crisp fall temperatures to enjoy the holiday and spooky vibes.October is synonymous with candy, and some locations across the country have gained a reputation for being haunted over the years. So, what are the top 10 most haunted roads in the U.S.?HALLOWEEN HAZARD: WILDLIFE OFFICIALS WARN SPOOKY SEASON DECORATIONS POSE A HIDDEN DANGERHaunted enthusiasts from Sixt.com break down the most frightening streets to visit t

Venomous spiders lurking inside DC government buildings have surprising benefits, expert says

WASHINGTON, D.C. – A secretive, venomous spider native to the Mediterranean has been discovered living inside government buildings in Washington, D.C., raising questions about how the unusual critter arrived in the nation's capital and whether they pose a danger to people.Known as the Mediterranean recluse spider, the species originates from parts of Europe and North Africa and has a history of turning up in buildings far from its native habitat.SCIENTISTS DISCOVER BIZARRE NEW HAPPY-FACED SPIDER

These beetles can sense wildfires and race toward the flames while ticks face a different fate

Fire beetles race toward wildfires. Ticks don’t survive them.When wildfires tore through north Spokane, Washington, early this year, something unexpected showed up in the ash: thousands of black fire beetles, drawn to the heat.These insects, part of the genus Melanophila, detect infrared radiation from forest fires with sensors on their bodies and are attracted to freshly burned wood, according to the U.S. Forest Service. They use recently scorched trees to lay their eggs.HALLOWEEN HAZARD: WILDL

Super Typhoon Champi churns across Pacific as another tropical threat begins to take shape

THE TAKEAWAYThe Pacific remains a hotbed of tropical activity this week as Super Typhoon Champi churns across the region, while the FOX Forecast Center keeps a close eye on another area for potential development.The basin remains supercharged, fueling monster storms across the basin, including Champi, which has impacted Guam in recent days, with little sign of relief as Tropical Storm Trudy lingers near Mexico.CALIFORNIA STORMS COULD BRING MUCH-NEEDED RAIN AND RELIEF TO WILDFIRE-WEARY AREASThe F

Bryan Norcross: Continuing long-duration coastal flood event from strengthening nor'easter

This story was last updated at 10 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026.Strong northeast winds continue to impact the central U.S. East Coast. Coastal flood alerts cover the coastline and, in some cases, the inland waterways. The slow-moving nor'easter – a slowly intensifying low-pressure system – and high pressure over the Midwest are working together to create the channel of strong northeast winds.FALL’S NEXT NOR’EASTER COULD BATTER EAST COAST FOR DAYS WITH DANGEROUS SURF, STRONG WINDS AND COASTAL FLO

Massive alligator kills 71-year-old man in frightening wildlife encounter in Florida

THE TAKEAWAYWINTER GARDEN, Fla. – Tragedy has unfolded in a community in Florida after a 71-year-old man was attacked and killed by an alligator while fishing on Friday evening.The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission was able to identify the victim as Steven Hamilton, of Winter Garden, after emergency crews tried to rescue the man from the water along the shore of Lake Apopka.This was especially difficult because active alligators were in the water nearby.WOMAN REPORTEDLY LOSES ARM

California storms could bring much-needed rain and relief to wildfire-weary areas

THE TAKEAWAYCALIFORNIA - As numerous wildfires burn across parts of California this weekend, a welcome shift in moisture will move across the West Coast, bringing severe storms by midweek.This comes as a strong upper-level trough moves south along the West Coast, bringing increased moisture and widespread showers.WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A CONTROLLED AND CONTAINED FIRE?As the system progresses, a surface low will move into California by Wednesday, bringing much-needed rainfall that could h

Bryan Norcross: Nor'easter to impact the East Coast for much of the week

This story was last updated at 10:30 a.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18, 2026.A nor'easter is developing off the coast of North Carolina along the strong cold front that pushed through Saturday. It's the same front producing heavy rain across extreme South Florida. The rain should finally slide off the tip of the peninsula late Sunday.A combination of the lowering pressure offshore and a strong high-pressure system over the Midwest is squeezing the air, creating strong winds from the northeast from North C

Brewing nor’easter threatens East Coast with days of coastal flooding, strong winds and pounding surf

The next fall nor’easter is on the way and is expected to form off the North Carolina coast on Sunday, setting the stage for extensive impacts throughout next week.The National Hurricane Center is now highlighting this area for potential tropical development, with a 30% chance over the next seven days.WHAT IS A NOR’EASTER?Regardless of tropical development, the Outer Banks are expected to see long-term impacts, including intense wind gusts from the approaching nor’easter, while the storm sits of

Violent Typhoon Champi slamming Guam after rapidly intensifying as El Niño enhances Pacific

THE TAKEAWAYChampi has rapidly intensified into a violent Typhoon with sustained winds of 140 mph and is bearing down on Guam, where it has made a direct hit. The storm is expected to bring intense, damaging wind gusts, torrential rain and flooding during its closest approach early Sunday local time.LATEST FROM FOX WEATHER HURRICANE SPECIALIST BRYAN NORCROSSThe National Weather Service (NWS) office in Guam has issued an Extreme Wind Warning for far southern Guam for catastrophic, life-threatenin