Miscalculations, errors blamed for massive New Mexico blaze
The fire has charred over 533 square miles of land leaving several hundred homes destroyed and thousands of residents displaced.
The fire has charred over 533 square miles of land leaving several hundred homes destroyed and thousands of residents displaced.
Officials: Tonga volcanic eruption triggered 50-foot tsunami waves, at least 3 dead
Government officials in Tonga said tsunami waves nearly 50 feet high rushed inland, destroying everything in their path on the western coasts of the Tongatapu Islands, 'Eua and Ha'apai Islands. At least three people died.
Government officials in Tonga said tsunami waves nearly 50 feet high rushed inland, destroying everything in their path on the western coasts of the Tongatapu Islands, 'Eua and Ha'apai Islands. At least three people died.
Local volunteers on the ground in Kentucky seek supplies, funds after devastating tornadoes
Local volunteers on their way to Kentucky to help in recovery efforts after the devastating tornadoes seek supplies and funds to aid those on the ground.
Local volunteers on their way to Kentucky to help in recovery efforts after the devastating tornadoes seek supplies and funds to aid those on the ground.
Alisal Fire: Crews near full containment as residents go home
More than 1,600 firefighters were battling the blaze in the Santa Ynez Mountains west of Santa Barbara on land and by air. They were able to stop its forward growth, and the blaze was 78% contained, federal officials said.
More than 1,600 firefighters were battling the blaze in the Santa Ynez Mountains west of Santa Barbara on land and by air. They were able to stop its forward growth, and the blaze was 78% contained, federal officials said.
Japan earthquake: 6.1-magnitude temblor strikes Tokyo area
A powerful earthquake has shaken the Tokyo area. Officials say it registered as a 6.1-magnitude quake.
A powerful earthquake has shaken the Tokyo area. Officials say it registered as a 6.1-magnitude quake.
'Things are dire': $16B bay flood plan for worst NJ storms
The proposal calls for construction of huge gates across the mouths of three inlets in New Jersey that could be slammed shut when major storms approach.
The proposal calls for construction of huge gates across the mouths of three inlets in New Jersey that could be slammed shut when major storms approach.
Bensalem residents displaced after historic July flooding brace for Ida's impact
After historic flooding in July displaced Bensalem residents, they work to rebuild, but also watch advancing Tropical Storm Ida and what havoc the system may bring.
After historic flooding in July displaced Bensalem residents, they work to rebuild, but also watch advancing Tropical Storm Ida and what havoc the system may bring.
High winds threaten to whip up flames approaching Lake Tahoe
A day after an explosive wildfire emptied a resort city at the southern tip of Lake Tahoe, a huge firefighting force braced for strong winds Tuesday as some residents in neighboring Nevada were ordered to evacuate.
A day after an explosive wildfire emptied a resort city at the southern tip of Lake Tahoe, a huge firefighting force braced for strong winds Tuesday as some residents in neighboring Nevada were ordered to evacuate.
United Cajun Navy assists with Hurricane Ida rescue efforts in Louisiana
“This is going to be a long recovery for the state,“ Todd Terrell, president of the United Cajun Navy, said.
“This is going to be a long recovery for the state,“ Todd Terrell, president of the United Cajun Navy, said.
Tropical Storm Henri forms in the Atlantic, south of Bermuda
Tropical Storm Henri is the 8th named storm to form in the Atlantic this hurricane season.
Tropical Storm Henri is the 8th named storm to form in the Atlantic this hurricane season.
Haiti earthquake devastation captured in before-and-after satellite images
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake in Haiti left 1,297 people dead and tens of thousands homeless, according to the country’s Civil Protection Agency.
A 7.2-magnitude earthquake in Haiti left 1,297 people dead and tens of thousands homeless, according to the country’s Civil Protection Agency.
Dixie Fire destroys fire station while volunteer crews battle blaze
The Indian Valley Fire Rescue Department was destroyed by the Dixie Fire while the volunteer firefighters were trying to save homes in the Greenville area.
The Indian Valley Fire Rescue Department was destroyed by the Dixie Fire while the volunteer firefighters were trying to save homes in the Greenville area.
Bensalem flood victims distraught as more rainfall washes over possessions
People who live at the Lafayette Garden Condominiums are not yet allowed back into their homes until officials say it’s safe. Some residents stopped by Saturday to check on their belongings.
People who live at the Lafayette Garden Condominiums are not yet allowed back into their homes until officials say it’s safe. Some residents stopped by Saturday to check on their belongings.
Bucks County flood victims struggle to put their lives back together
A drone’s eye view of Monday’s Bucks County flood damage shows the extent of the devastation, as residents struggle to try and put their homes and lives back together.
A drone’s eye view of Monday’s Bucks County flood damage shows the extent of the devastation, as residents struggle to try and put their homes and lives back together.
The American West is baking and burning: The numbers tell us why
The American West is baking, burning and drying in intertwined extreme weather. Four sets of numbers explain how bad it is now, while several others explain why it got this bad.
The American West is baking, burning and drying in intertwined extreme weather. Four sets of numbers explain how bad it is now, while several others explain why it got this bad.
Flood-weary Bucks County residents attempt to cleanup after historic flooding
Residents in waterlogged Bucks County assess what can be salvaged of their homes as they attempt to cleanup after historic flooding.
Residents in waterlogged Bucks County assess what can be salvaged of their homes as they attempt to cleanup after historic flooding.
Historic flooding destroys Bensalem, Croydon homes, leaves some homeless
Homeowners in Bensalem have from a couple inches to a foot of water in their basements, while others have lost everything after Monday’s storm.
Homeowners in Bensalem have from a couple inches to a foot of water in their basements, while others have lost everything after Monday’s storm.
Japan mudslide: 4 dead, dozens missing as rescue crews search through debris
Rescue workers are digging through sludge and debris looking for dozens of people who may be trapped after a torrent of mud, trees and rocks ripped with a roar through a Japanese seaside resort town.
Rescue workers are digging through sludge and debris looking for dozens of people who may be trapped after a torrent of mud, trees and rocks ripped with a roar through a Japanese seaside resort town.
Northern California officers kill man who pulled gun in marijuana farm-Lava Fire zone
The Siskiyou County Sheriff said the man was trying to drive into the Mount Shasta Vista subdivision on Monday and pointed a handgun at the group of officers that included a sheriff’s deputy and local police.
The Siskiyou County Sheriff said the man was trying to drive into the Mount Shasta Vista subdivision on Monday and pointed a handgun at the group of officers that included a sheriff’s deputy and local police.
White House climate czar calls Texas winter storm 'a wake-up call' for US
President Joe Biden's national climate adviser says. the deadly winter storm that caused widespread power outages in Texas and other states is a “wake-up call” for the United States to build energy systems and other infrastructure that are more reliable.
President Joe Biden's national climate adviser says. the deadly winter storm that caused widespread power outages in Texas and other states is a “wake-up call” for the United States to build energy systems and other infrastructure that are more reliable.