Events

According to Australia's Bureau of Meteorology, Cyclone Zelia, a Category 5 storm system, is approaching Northern Australia's Pilbara Coast with maximum wind speeds of 130 mph and potential gusts up to 180 mph. The cyclone, located 90 miles north of Port Hedland as of Thursday, is moving slowly at less than 3 mph. Meteorologists report that Zelia is intensifying, characterized by strong convection surrounding a warm eye. Local authorities have implemented several precautionary measures. The Western Australia Department of Fire and Emergency Services has issued a "cyclone watch and act" warning, established two evacuation centers, and closed multiple highways. More than a dozen schools in Western Australia's northern region have suspended operations. The storm is expected to make landfall between De Grey and Karratha, potentially Friday night, though this could be delayed until Saturday due to weather conditions. The Bureau […]

Widespread winter weather alerts and warnings affect over 100 million Americans today as multiple storm systems create challenging conditions across the United States. The National Weather Service has issued warnings spanning from Colorado to Maine, with significant snowfall reaching 9 inches in West Virginia and disrupting scheduled activities in Washington, D.C. Weather forecasts indicate a series of three storm systems will maintain winter conditions over affected regions. Maryland could receive up to 6 inches of snow, while New York City expects 1-2 inches. The South faces different challenges, with heavy rainfall from east Texas to southern Kentucky putting 15 million people under flood alerts. Additionally, 10 million residents from Birmingham, Alabama to Baton Rouge, Louisiana face potential tornado risks. Air travel disruptions are already evident, with approximately 200 delays and 70 cancellations reported on the East Coast since early morning. […]