Hurricane Hunters fly into world's worst weather; see which storm was the bumpiest
Hurricane Ian in 2022 provided some of the most striking data for the one-of-a-kind study, but it wasn't at the top of the list.
Something a bit unusual is happening in the tropics with less than a month to go before hurricane season
As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season approaches, unusually cool sea surface temperatures, in the neighborhood of 2 °F below last year’s levels, are being observed across the Atlantic Ocean.
Nearly half of National Weather Service offices critically understaffed, report warns
A new AP investigation reveals that nearly half of National Weather Service offices are facing critical staffing shortages, with experts warning the gaps could put lives at risk during severe weather season.
2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast: 17 storms in above-average season
Colorado State University released its forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season on Thursday, predicting an above-average season for tropical storms and hurricanes.
Beryl, Helene, Milton removed from Atlantic hurricane list after historic impact
About 100 names of tropical storms and hurricanes have been retired from future use in the Atlantic Ocean, and now Beryl, Helene and Milton join them.
National Hurricane Center tracks disturbance in the Atlantic. Here's what we know
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is monitoring a disturbance in the northern Atlantic, months before the official start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season.
Chimney Rock, North Carolina, recovery shows progress post-Helene
Residents are slowly rebuilding the village of Chimney Rock, North Carolina after Hurricane Helene. "There's hope coming back," said Shane Zoccole, one of the volunteers in the area.
2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season: 'Hyperactive' season with 3 landfalling hurricanes in Florida
As the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season ends Saturday, it will indeed go down in the books as a "hyperactive" season that, despite not quite reaching the lofty forecasts for record-breaking activity given in the spring, still reached well-above-average levels, according to researchers at Colorado State University (CSU).
Biden calls for $100 billion aid package following Hurricanes Helene and Milton
President Biden requests $100 billion in emergency disaster relief, urging Congress to provide funds for FEMA, farmers, infrastructure, and recovery efforts following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Florida town's 50-foot-tall debris pile from Hurricanes Helene, Milton finally gone
Crews used a massive parking lot and nearby park as a collection site for the literal mountains of debris left by the two hurricanes that slammed the area just weeks apart.
Hurricane Rafael strengthens to major Category 3 storm, Florida Keys under tropical storm warning
Hurricane Rafael has strengthened into a major Category 3 storm as it impacts Cuba before moving into the Gulf of Mexico.
Biltmore Estate reopens month after Helene's devastation: 'Signal of Hope'
The Biltmore Estate experienced extensive flooding and damage at its entrance when Helene dropped nearly 30 inches of rain - about four months' worth - in three days.
Western North Carolina white-water rafters raced against time to save people from Helene’s flooding
Owners and rafters of French Broad Adventures are also the swift-water rescue team at the Walnut Volunteer Fire Department. The Hampton family spent 15 days on the river rescuing people after Helene's deadly flooding.
Linemen spent weeks away from home responding to Helene, Milton
Linemen crews responded to back-to-back storms, restoring power in extreme conditions with communication outages, while being away from their families back home.
Asheville students return to school one month after Helene devastated city
One month after floods from Hurricane Helene devastated Asheville, North Carolina, nearly 4,000 students there returned to the classroom this week.
Hurricane Helene forces North Carolina residents to sleep in tents where homes once stood
Nearly a month after Hurricane Helene struck western North Carolina, locals are sleeping in tents where homes once stood, and volunteers from across the U.S. are helping.
Something may yet be brewing in the tropics: See 3 possible scenarios
The National Hurricane Center says no additional tropical development is expected within the next seven days. But don’t let your guard down on the tropics just yet — signs are emerging that the break may be brief.
Florida residents planning to sell homes, leave the state after hurricane season: 'We're done'
After back-to-back storms this hurricane season, many residents are planning to sell their homes to either move out of flood zones, or out of the Sunshine State completely. Some wasted no time with a contract for a new home.
Hurricane Oscar makes second landfall in Cuba on Sunday after slamming Bahamas as Category 1
Hurricane Oscar maintained Category 1 strength as the small hurricane made a second landfall in Cuba Sunday evening.
Biltmore Estate announces reopening date after Helene forced closure
Biltmore Estate, one of North Carolina's most popular tourist attractions, will reopen soon, weeks after Tropical Storm Helene devastated Asheville and surrounding areas.