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Phoenix hits 100 degrees for 100th straight day
Phoenix broke another heat record on Tuesday, with temperatures reaching at least 100 degrees for 100 straight days -- every day since May 27.
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Drought forces Kenya's Maasai and other cattle herders to consider fish and camels
The blood, milk and meat of cattle have long been the staple foods for Maasai pastoralists in Kenya, perhaps the country's most recognizable community
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Millions on alert for heat and fire conditions
At least 60 million Americans in five states are under heat alerts for the entire length of the West Coast, from Los Angeles to Seattle, with numerous records expected to be tied or broken on Thursday.
September 4, 2024 at 1:46 PM
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Phoenix's streak of over 100-degree temperatures reaches 100th day
Phoenix is poised to set another extreme heat record the next time the thermostat reaches 110 degrees, which could come later this week.
September 4, 2024 at 11:44 AM
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Phoenix's streak of over 100-degree temperatures reaches 100th day
Phoenix is poised to set another extreme heat record the next time the thermostat reaches 110 degrees, which could come later this week.
September 4, 2024 at 10:55 AM
September 4, 2024 at 2:46 AM
Phoenix weathers 100 days of 100-plus degree temps as heat scorches western US
It’s always hot this time of year in central Arizona, but 2024's endless summer has been especially hot in Phoenix
September 4, 2024 at 2:46 AM
September 4, 2024 at 12:05 AM
Heat-related deaths increase by 3.6% in the US each year, study shows
Scientists found a 63% increase in heat-related deaths, with more than 20,000 deaths from 1999 to the end of 2023. As temperatures rise, scientists believe that trend is expected to continue.
September 4, 2024 at 12:05 AM
September 3, 2024 at 9:57 AM
California landslides threaten homes, prompt evacuation warning
The warning applies to more than 100 homes in the oceanside Rancho Palos Verdes, south of Los Angeles. The utility company shut off power to many homes due to the "public safety threat."
September 3, 2024 at 9:57 AM
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Heavy monsoon rains and floods kill at least 33 in India and 5 children in Pakistan
Officials say that heavy monsoon rains and floods killed at least 33 people in southern India and five children in Pakistan over the past two days
September 3, 2024 at 8:30 AM
September 2, 2024 at 8:22 PM
Landslide threatens homes in Southern California
An ongoing crisis stemming from a large landslide is threatening multimillion-dollar homes in the Southern California city of Rancho Palos Verdes, officials said.
September 2, 2024 at 8:22 PM
September 2, 2024 at 12:56 AM
Millions of Americans on the move for Labor Day amid severe storms
This Labor Day travel weekend is expected to be the busiest on record, with TSA estimated to screen 17 million passengers.
September 2, 2024 at 12:56 AM
September 1, 2024 at 5:31 PM
Storms may disrupt holiday travel in US northeast
Some areas may face storm surges and potential travel disruptions.
September 1, 2024 at 5:31 PM
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Weather forecast ahead of Labor Day weekend travel rush home
ABC News’ Meteorologist Somara Theodore reports on the weather forecast ahead of the Labor Day weekend travel rush.
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August 31, 2024 at 4:34 PM
How extreme weather impacts power grids
Extreme weather is causing power grids across the country to fail -- sometimes at massive scales -- putting residents at increased health risk.
August 31, 2024 at 4:34 PM
August 31, 2024 at 3:23 PM
Storms loom over Labor Day travel rush
Labor Day weekend is suspected to be the busiest on record, with the TSA expecting to screen more than 17 million passengers.
August 31, 2024 at 3:23 PM
August 30, 2024 at 11:31 PM
Severe storms threaten Labor Day travel plans
Nearly 30 million people are expected to fly Friday, but a storm system that's already hammered the parts of the Midwest could disrupt journeys as it pushes east.
August 30, 2024 at 11:31 PM
August 30, 2024 at 2:29 PM
Could severe weather complicate holiday travel plans?
ABC News’ Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee is tracking the latest threats for the Labor Day weekend.
August 30, 2024 at 2:29 PM
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A storm developing in the Arabian Sea prompts Pakistani officials to shut schools in Karachi
Officials say a tropical storm developing in the Arabian Sea has prompted authorities to shut schools in Karachi, Pakistan’s largest city
August 30, 2024 at 12:06 PM
August 29, 2024 at 2:46 PM
Extreme heat affects US Open
Soaring temperatures affected both players and fans but the heat couldn’t stop defending U.S. Open women’s champion Coco Gauff who defeated Germany’s Tatjana Maria.
August 29, 2024 at 2:46 PM
August 29, 2024 at 1:52 PM
Severe storms hit Northern Plains and begin moving east
ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee is tracking the severe weather and when to expect relief from the extreme heat.
August 29, 2024 at 1:52 PM
August 29, 2024 at 1:04 PM
Summer scorcher: Dangerous heat moves to South after baking Northeast, Midwest
Life-threatening heat spread across the eastern half of the U.S. this week, first hitting the Midwest, then the Northeast and now the South.
August 29, 2024 at 1:04 PM
August 29, 2024 at 1:02 PM
Tropical storm Shanshan lashes Japan with torrential rains and strong winds on its crawl northeast
A strong storm is lashing southern Japan with torrential rain and strong winds, causing at least three deaths as it crawls up the length of the archipelago and raising concerns of flooding, landslides and extensive damage
August 29, 2024 at 1:02 PM
August 29, 2024 at 1:25 AM
Crews work to restore power to more than 300K Michigan homes, businesses after storms
Crews for two of Michigan’s largest utilities are working to restore power to more than 300,000 homes and businesses and hundreds of schools amid hot, muggy conditions after severe storms toppled trees and limbs and snapped power poles
August 29, 2024 at 1:25 AM
August 28, 2024 at 11:46 PM
Northeast braces for severe storms after record-breaking heat
More than 50 million Americans sweltered in extreme late summer heat Wednesday, from New York to Philadelphia to Washington, D.C. Heat-fueled storms that hit the Midwest are expected to move east.
August 28, 2024 at 11:46 PM
August 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM
Extreme heat moves into Northeast
At least 55 million Americans are under heat alerts as the hottest weather of the season spreads across the eastern half of the U.S. with dozens of record highs broken or tied.
August 28, 2024 at 2:00 PM
August 27, 2024 at 11:51 PM
80 million Americans swelter in late summer heat wave
Chicago was under an excessive heat warning for the second day in a row, with the afternoon feeling like it was 115 degrees. The heat has also been fueling storms in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
August 27, 2024 at 11:51 PM
August 27, 2024 at 9:02 PM
Dangerous heat to head to Northeast after slamming Midwest
Extreme heat is gripping the Midwest before moving into the Northeast.
August 27, 2024 at 9:02 PM
August 27, 2024 at 4:18 PM
Alaska begins cleanup after deadly landslides
Rodney Dial, the mayor of Ketchikan Gateway Borough, discusses the cleanup efforts taking place as the community braces for more rain.
August 27, 2024 at 4:18 PM
August 27, 2024 at 1:47 PM
Record temperatures hit the Midwest
More than 70 million Americans are under heat alerts as many students head back to school and some districts are ending classes early.
August 27, 2024 at 1:47 PM
August 27, 2024 at 1:43 PM
Extreme temperatures grip Midwest and South as heat shifts Northeast
ABC News Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee is tracking the heat that has 14 states on alert from Iowa to New York, including Chicago and New York City.
August 27, 2024 at 1:43 PM
August 27, 2024 at 9:06 AM
Midwest braces for dangerously high temperatures, Chicago gets heat warning
More than 60 million people are under heat alerts Monday, with Minneapolis, Madison and Omaha getting warnings as the heat index is expected to reach up to 115 degrees Monday and Tuesday.
August 27, 2024 at 9:06 AM
August 27, 2024 at 4:06 AM
Latest fatal landslide in Alaska kills 1 and injures 3 in Ketchikan, a popular cruise ship stop
A landslide cut a path down a steep, thickly forested hillside and crashed into several homes in Ketchikan, Alaska, killing a city public works employee who was cleaning stormwater drains
August 27, 2024 at 4:06 AM
August 27, 2024 at 2:38 AM
Tropical Storm Hone moves past Hawaii as two other cyclones stay active in the Pacific Ocean
Three tropical cyclones are swirling over the Pacific Ocean, including a tropical storm that blasted Hawaii’s Big Island with heavy rain
August 27, 2024 at 2:38 AM
August 27, 2024 at 2:36 AM
Alaska mudslide kills at least 1 person, forces people to flee
After a wall of earth, rock and debris destroyed homes in picturesque Ketchikan, authorities are warning the public of potential further mudslides after torrential rainfall swamped the area.
August 27, 2024 at 2:36 AM
August 27, 2024 at 2:03 AM
Amusem*nt park ride passengers stranded during storm
Six Flags Mexico park guests were stuck dangling on a ride as a storm rolled through, temporarily halting service. They were stuck for 10 minutes before being safely let off the ride.
August 27, 2024 at 2:03 AM
August 26, 2024 at 2:08 AM
Arizona woman swept away by flooding in Grand Canyon
An urgent search is underway for an Arizona hiker who was swept away by flash flooding in the Grand Canyon.
August 26, 2024 at 2:08 AM
August 25, 2024 at 12:04 PM
Hurricane Hone moves south of Hawaii's Big Island as Category 1 storm
Hawaii is on alert for Hurricane Hone, a weak Category 1 hurricane moving south of the state's Big Island.
August 25, 2024 at 12:04 PM
August 24, 2024 at 11:47 PM
Hawaii on alert for tropical storm as extreme heat impacts 25M Americans
Hawaii is on alert for Tropical Storm Hone while extreme heat is expected to expand from the south to the Midwest, leaving 25 million Americans under heat alerts.
August 24, 2024 at 11:47 PM
August 24, 2024 at 6:04 PM
Conflicting federal policies may cost residents more on flood insurance, and leave them at risk
An Associated Press review has found that thousands of people may be paying more for flood insurance or remain unaware of the dangers of dam failures because of conflicting federal policies
August 24, 2024 at 6:04 PM
August 24, 2024 at 3:25 PM
Historic heat in the heartlands
Dangerous temperatures are hitting states from Minnesota to Texas
August 24, 2024 at 3:25 PM
August 23, 2024 at 3:36 PM
Parts of Texas break all-time heat records in the state
Several all-time heat records have been broken in Texas as extreme heat blankets over much of the state, and the heat isn't slated to end any time soon.
August 23, 2024 at 3:36 PM
August 23, 2024 at 2:01 PM
All-time record breaking August heat gripping the Southern Plains
ABC News' chief meteorologist Ginger Zee reports on the all-time record August heat impacting the Southern Plains.
August 23, 2024 at 2:01 PM
August 21, 2024 at 3:07 PM
Tropical threat grows in Pacific Ocean
ABC News’ Ginger Zee has the latest on Tropical Storm Gilma in the Pacific and the extreme heat in the Southwest.
August 21, 2024 at 3:07 PM
August 20, 2024 at 1:57 PM
Hundreds evacuated due to deadly flooding in Northeast
The governor of Connecticut declared a state of emergency in the wake of all the damage as at least two people have been killed in the flooding.
August 20, 2024 at 1:57 PM
August 20, 2024 at 9:52 AM
2 women killed in Connecticut after being swept away in flooding, over 100 evacuated
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont announced he had filed for a federal emergency declaration Monday after the weekend's storms brought a record 13 inches of rain.
August 20, 2024 at 9:52 AM
August 19, 2024 at 11:34 PM
Connecticut in state of emergency after 2 dead from floods
Heavy rainfall and severe flooding in Connecticut left two people dead, and over 100 were evacuated as the governor declared a state of emergency.
August 19, 2024 at 11:34 PM
August 19, 2024 at 3:04 PM
Intense storms cause flooding in Northeast
Flash floods swept across the Northeast, bringing more than a foot of rain in parts of Connecticut, and coastal flooding wreaked havoc on communities along the eastern seaboard.
August 19, 2024 at 3:04 PM
August 19, 2024 at 2:29 PM
Flash flooding causes travel delays along East Coast
ABC News’ Chief Meteorologist Ginger Zee tracks the latest forecast as dangerous weather remains possible Monday.
August 19, 2024 at 2:29 PM
August 19, 2024 at 12:01 PM
Ernesto becomes hurricane again; dangerous conditions for East Coast beaches
Ernesto has been upgraded to a Category 1 hurricane.
August 19, 2024 at 12:01 PM
