Author: Avery Hughes

California — A powerful winter storm has left dozens of motorists stranded on Donner Summit, where heavy snowfall and whiteout conditions caused widespread spin-outs, traffic collisions and significant delays along both eastbound and westbound lanes of Interstate 80. Emergency crews and tow operators are working continuously to reach trapped drivers as snowfall intensifies across the…

California — A fast-moving storm system is prompting a tornado risk across portions of Ventura County this evening, with meteorologists warning that a tornado could form within the next 30 minutes as strong rotation develops offshore and pushes inland. Areas under immediate threat include Oxnard, Ventura, San Buenaventura and Santa Paula, where residents are urged…

Nevada — A magnitude 4.0 earthquake struck northern Nevada less than 12 hours ago, occurring approximately five miles outside the town of Midas at a shallow depth of just five miles. The event, considered larger than typical seismic activity for the region, has drawn attention from geologists as similar quakes continue appearing in unexpected areas…

California — A rapidly intensifying flooding and debris-flow emergency is unfolding in San Bernardino County, where the Wrightwood community is experiencing severe impacts from sudden runoff and mudflows. Emergency crews are carrying out water rescues and home evacuations, and a mandatory evacuation order has been issued for all areas south of Highway 2, as deteriorating…

Pennsylvania — A developing winter storm is expected to impact Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and New York on Friday, bringing a mix of snow, sleet and freezing rain that may create hazardous travel conditions through Friday afternoon and evening. Forecasters say most areas will start with snow, but many locations will transition to ice…

Georgia — A powerful Arctic blast is expected to sweep across the Southeast as the New Year begins, bringing the coldest temperatures of the season to Tennessee, Arkansas, Georgia, Mississippi, Alabama, the Carolinas and Florida. According to early model projections, the cold air will arrive in two phases—one around December 31, followed by an even…

United States — A powerful and unusually sharp Arctic cold blast is expected to strike the Deep South beginning December 30, delivering multiple days of sub-freezing wind chills and temperatures struggling to reach 50 degrees across a large portion of the region. The system will sweep through Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, Georgia, Texas, Tennessee, Arkansas and…

United States — A rapidly intensifying storm system is forming well off the coast of Santa Barbara and Southern California, setting the stage for a fast-moving wind event expected to reach the Pacific Northwest within 24 hours. The developing low-pressure center was first identified offshore Tuesday afternoon, and meteorologists report that the system is accelerating…

United States — A powerful Pacific storm is forecast to deliver very heavy rainfall across Southern California, prompting a high-risk flood alert and warnings of potentially catastrophic flooding. Meteorologists warn that the storm will produce intense rainfall over a concentrated 18-hour window, with conditions likely to deteriorate rapidly once the system arrives. High-Risk Flood Designation…

United States — A rapidly strengthening storm system off the California coast is forecast to reach hurricane-strength pressure levels as it races north toward the Pacific Northwest on Christmas Eve. Meteorologists report that the low-pressure center is deepening at an exceptional rate, creating the potential for damaging wind gusts and hazardous coastal conditions across the…