Weather
The impact of weather on the news cannot be understated. If there's something happening weather-related that's having a dramatic impact on people's lives, Newsweek is covering it. From climate change to pollution and hurricane seasons, weather is always a developing story.
Air quality warning issued amid Colorado's Derby fire
The Derby fire, which started from a lightning strike, has burned over 4,000 acres as of Saturday afternoon.
Millions told to stay out of the sun in five states
The National Weather Service has issued multiple Extreme Heat Warnings covering areas in Washington, Oregon, California, Arizona, and Nevada.
Maps show potential La Niña impact for winter 2025-2026
A brief period of La Niña is favored by the Climate Prediction Center in fall and early winter.
California homeowners are about to see higher insurance premiums
Mercury is the first home insurer to use California's recently passed regulatory reform to ask for a rate hike. More are likely to follow, experts say.
Thousands warned of "burning eyes" amid wildfire threat
A new wildfire ignited in Oregon on Thursday afternoon, and smoke from the flames is causing unhealthy air quality.
Urgent flood warning issued for hundreds of thousands: "Act now"
More than 40 roads have been closed in Charleston, South Carolina, as torrential rain causes flash floods.
Map shows when new tropical storm could become hurricane
Tropical Storm Fernand is expected to form this weekend and follow on Hurricane Erin's heels past the East Coast.
Florida cold front in August could see summer temperatures fall
Jacksonville could see high temperatures 5 degrees cooler than average, an expert told Newsweek.
Map shows where millions told to stay inside amid heat warnings
Dangerously hot temperatures spanned five states on Friday, prompting meteorologists to urge people to remain indoors.
Map shows "Arctic blast" to strike over a dozen states next week
"It will feel like early fall across much of the Lower 48 as a strong cold front plunges southward," one meteorologist said.
Thousands of Americans face monsoon rains this weekend
Heavy monsoon rains are forecast to hit Arizona and New Mexico this weekend.
Tropical storm warning as three potential cyclones form in Atlantic
The National Hurricane Center is monitoring three disturbances in the Atlantic in addition to Hurricane Erin.
Flooded river drenches "significant" farmland
The river is expected to remain flooded for the foreseeable future due to heavy rains that have battered the region.
Timeline shows potential dates for next two storms after Hurricane Erin
Two new tropical depressions could form as soon as this weekend as Hurricane Erin churns out to sea.
Hurricane Erin waves toss around popular ferryboat: "Doesn't look fun"
On its Wednesday voyage to Block Island, a popular Rhode Island ferry battled unsettled seas caused by Hurricane Erin.
Is Hurricane Erin pushing sharks toward shore?
Hurricane Erin is skirting by the U.S. this week, prompting Myrtle Beach beachgoers to wonder if sharks will move closer to shore.
Millions of Americans told to stay out of water: "Life-threatening"
The NWS issued warnings for shorelines in Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Ohio, New York, North Carolina, Virginia and Maryland.
Passenger captures moment plane flies past Hurricane Erin in Florida
Users were impressed by the perspective captured in the viral post, with one describing it as "beautiful and terrifying."
Satellite image shows Hurricane Erin roiling over Atlantic
The tropical storm rapidly intensified into a category 5 over warm Atlantic water, causing heavy rains and strong winds on nearby coastal regions.
Hurricane Erin update: Tropical storm conditions hit East Coast
Hurricane Erin moves offshore but still threatens East Coast with dangerous surf, rip currents, and tropical winds. This live blog is now closed.
Thousands of Americans told to stop driving
The National Weather Service issued air quality alerts in Colorado, Arizona, Wyoming and Florida on Thursday.
Hurricane Erin seen from space in satellite camera's live video stream
The footage showed the weather system churning over the waters of the Atlantic.
New Tropical Storm Fernand likely to form behind Hurricane Erin
Chances of cyclone formation were at 70 percent through seven days, the NHC said early on Thursday.
Millions to face "dangerous" weather threat in 3 states
Temperatures will hit dangerous levels across the Desert Southwest this weekend, prompting extreme heat warnings.
Hundreds of thousands told to move vehicles to higher ground
People also were encouraged to move their electronics and valuables and to not drive through flooded roads.
Watch huge waves from Hurricane Erin batter beach homes in North Carolina
Videos show massive waves lashing abandoned homes on North Carolina's Outer Banks as the storm passes the U.S.
Map shows states where temperatures are set to plunge
Cooler temperatures could be felt across a swath of the U.S. next week, according to forecasters.
Flight path shows Spirit Airlines flying through Category 4 hurricane
At the time of the flight to Puerto Rico, Hurricane Erin's maximum sustained winds were well over 100 mph.
Hurricane Erin storm surge map shows areas most at risk
Multiple warnings were in effect along the East Coast on Wednesday, as officials warned of a "life-threatening" situation.
Thousands of Americans told to avoid drive-thru lanes
The National Weather Service has issued air quality alerts in Colorado, Texas, Nevada and Wyoming for Wednesday.