Three firefighters killed in Colorado-Utah wildfires
We are learning more this week after a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze. The firefighters were reportedly battling the Snyder Fire in Mesa County, Colorado, on Saturday when they were caught in a burnover incident. According to the U.S. Department of the Interior, the names of the firefighters have not yet been released, pending notification of their families.
We are learning more this week after a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze. The firefighters were reportedly battling the Snyder Fire in Mesa County, Colorado, on Saturday when they were caught in a burnover incident. According to the U.S. Department of the Interior, the names of the firefighters have not yet been released, pending notification of their families.
Dangerous heat dome grips East Coast before July 4th
We are watching this week as millions of Americans are trying to stay cool as temperatures are expected to soar to above average levels across the country. According to Fox Weather, experts are now predicting that a massive ridge of high pressure will build across the Central and Eastern U.S. late this week. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the potential impacts that the heat dome could bring with Bryan Putnam, a meteorologist with the NOAA NWS Weather Prediction Center.
We are watching this week as millions of Americans are trying to stay cool as temperatures are expected to soar to above average levels across the country. According to Fox Weather, experts are now predicting that a massive ridge of high pressure will build across the Central and Eastern U.S. late this week. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the potential impacts that the heat dome could bring with Bryan Putnam, a meteorologist with the NOAA NWS Weather Prediction Center.
Record-breaking extreme heatwave moves across Europe
We are learning the latest as a record-shattering summer heatwave is hitting Europe as a massive heat dome locks sweltering temperatures over the continent. According to our partners at Fox Weather, many major cities sit in the high 90s and triple digits. Officials are continuing to issue urgent safety warnings as extreme conditions turn deadly. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with meteorologist Andrew Markowitz to learn more about the driving force behind the extreme weather.
We are learning the latest as a record-shattering summer heatwave is hitting Europe as a massive heat dome locks sweltering temperatures over the continent. According to our partners at Fox Weather, many major cities sit in the high 90s and triple digits. Officials are continuing to issue urgent safety warnings as extreme conditions turn deadly. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with meteorologist Andrew Markowitz to learn more about the driving force behind the extreme weather.
Europe record heatwave turns deadly after 40 drownings reported in France
A record-breaking heatwave that is sweeping across Europe has killed 40 people in France so far, according to French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.
A record-breaking heatwave that is sweeping across Europe has killed 40 people in France so far, according to French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.
Tropical Storm Arthur makes landfall on Texas coast
Tropical Storm Arthur has made landfall on the Texas coast just hours after it formed.
Tropical Storm Arthur has made landfall on the Texas coast just hours after it formed.
Americans expected to pay more to cool homes this summer, new research finds
Staying cool this summer is about to become an expensive necessity for Americans with residential cooling expenses soaring for the average family to use their air conditioning units, according to a new report.
Staying cool this summer is about to become an expensive necessity for Americans with residential cooling expenses soaring for the average family to use their air conditioning units, according to a new report.
Strong storms possible for UFC Freedom 250 event
We are watching this weekend as the D.C. region is on weather alert with heat, humidity, and an approaching cold front that could bring strong storms later in the day. The severe weather could potentially affect evening plans for fans heading out to watch UFC Freedom 250. LiveNOW's Andy Mac speaking with Chris Strong, a Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service for a look at the weather forecast outside the White House.
We are watching this weekend as the D.C. region is on weather alert with heat, humidity, and an approaching cold front that could bring strong storms later in the day. The severe weather could potentially affect evening plans for fans heading out to watch UFC Freedom 250. LiveNOW's Andy Mac speaking with Chris Strong, a Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service for a look at the weather forecast outside the White House.
Teen hiker dies from heat-related illness at Grand Canyon National Park
An 18-year-old hiker died after suffering heat-related distress in Grand Canyon National Park. Here's what to know.
An 18-year-old hiker died after suffering heat-related distress in Grand Canyon National Park. Here's what to know.
Wildfires are reversing years of progress on US ozone pollution, study finds
New research shows that increasingly intense wildfires are making the U.S. smoggier again.
New research shows that increasingly intense wildfires are making the U.S. smoggier again.
Heat map: Here's who's least likely to have air conditioning
As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.
As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.
UN says next five years to smash heat records
A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a 75% chance that the next five years will see higher temperatures, underscoring the rapid pace of climate change.
A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a 75% chance that the next five years will see higher temperatures, underscoring the rapid pace of climate change.
Map: Here's how much hotter your summer has gotten since 1970
A new climate report shows summers are heating up across nearly every U.S. city.
A new climate report shows summers are heating up across nearly every U.S. city.
Cars stuck in Atlanta flash flooding after heavy rain
LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Rob Dirienzo from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as flash flooding hit multiple motorists on the Downtown Connector in Atlanta on Wednesday afternoon, reportedly forcing state troopers to shut down the highway. The Georgia Department of Transportation monitored traffic cameras that showed vehicles attempting to drive through deep floodwaters along Interstate 75 at Baker Street.
LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Rob Dirienzo from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as flash flooding hit multiple motorists on the Downtown Connector in Atlanta on Wednesday afternoon, reportedly forcing state troopers to shut down the highway. The Georgia Department of Transportation monitored traffic cameras that showed vehicles attempting to drive through deep floodwaters along Interstate 75 at Baker Street.
Map: These cities are getting more intense downpours since 1970
Heavier downpours are becoming the new normal across the United States. Here's where it's getting more intense.
Heavier downpours are becoming the new normal across the United States. Here's where it's getting more intense.
WATCH: Video shows moment EF-3 tornado rips through Mineral Wells
Dramatic video in Mineral Wells captured the moment an EF-3 tornado ripped through the North Texas suburb during Tuesday's severe weather.
Dramatic video in Mineral Wells captured the moment an EF-3 tornado ripped through the North Texas suburb during Tuesday's severe weather.
Camp Mystic told to revise emergency plans to reopen
According to our partners at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, every summer camp in Texas that submitted their emergency plans has been ordered to revise them if they want to renew their licenses to operate this summer. This includes Camp Mystic, where 27 young girls and staffers were killed in flooding last summer. The camp continues to face scrutiny for the handling of their response to the floods. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Molly Hennessy-Fiske, a national reporter with The Washington Post based in Texas, as health officials say the camp has not met necessary safety requirements.
According to our partners at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, every summer camp in Texas that submitted their emergency plans has been ordered to revise them if they want to renew their licenses to operate this summer. This includes Camp Mystic, where 27 young girls and staffers were killed in flooding last summer. The camp continues to face scrutiny for the handling of their response to the floods. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Molly Hennessy-Fiske, a national reporter with The Washington Post based in Texas, as health officials say the camp has not met necessary safety requirements.
Map: The fastest-warming US states revealed
A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.
A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.
Typhoon Sinlaku latest: Coast Guard searching Pacific Ocean for 6 people after losing contact with boat
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for six people after losing contact with their disabled boat off the coast of Guam following Typhoon Sinlaku.
The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for six people after losing contact with their disabled boat off the coast of Guam following Typhoon Sinlaku.
Disaster aid approved for seven states, others wait for a decision
Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.
Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.
Early predictions for 2026 hurricane season
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Joe Martucci, from “Cup A Joe Weather and Drone” as forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) say they will be utilizing updated cone graphics for forecasting during the 2026 hurricane season. This comes as researchers at Colorado State University are predicting a somewhat below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, running from June 1 to November 30, with 13 named storms according to their calculations.
LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Joe Martucci, from “Cup A Joe Weather and Drone” as forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) say they will be utilizing updated cone graphics for forecasting during the 2026 hurricane season. This comes as researchers at Colorado State University are predicting a somewhat below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, running from June 1 to November 30, with 13 named storms according to their calculations.