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92 people still missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, governor says
“I want to caution that this is not a definitive count, because the task force is continuing its work,” Cooper said. “The number will continue to fluctuate as more reports come in and others are resolved.”
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Will northern lights be visible again tonight?
If you missed Thursday night’s astronomical phenomenon, you may be wondering if Friday brings another chance to see those northern lights. You would have to go much further upstate, or even into Canada, to try to glimpse the aurora borealis this time around. Take a look at the differences in the maps. Thursday’s phenomenon was caused by a coronal...
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Northern lights visible across tri-state Thursday night
Tri-state residents were treated to a rare spectacle last night.
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Will northern lights be visible in NYC again tonight? Here's your aurora forecast
If you missed Thursday night’s astronomical phenomenon, you may be wondering if Friday brings another chance to see those northern lights. You would have to go much further upstate, or even into Canada, to try to glimpse the aurora borealis this time around. Take a look at the differences in the maps. Thursday’s phenomenon was caused by a coronal...
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Latest Forecast From Storm Team 4
Latest Forecast From Storm Team 4
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Northern lights might be viewable in NYC area tonight
A coronal mass ejection (CME) erupted from the sun Tuesday and is projected to arrive at Earth sometime on Thursday. CMEs trigger geomagnetic storms which, if they are strong enough, can produce brighter and more active displays of the northern lights that can be seen further south from the pole and even, in cases like this one, as far south…
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Latest Forecast From Storm Team 4
Latest Forecast From Storm Team 4
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Severe flooding and damage after Hurricane Milton hits across Tampa area
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office posted some images that show flooding and damages in Tampa, Florida.
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Severe geomagnetic storm could impact NYC today: What to know
New York City’s Office of Emergency Management says it is monitoring a severe geomagnetic storm that could cause some disruptions Thursday, though they say the public needn’t worry. A coronal mass ejection (CME) erupted from the sun Tuesday night and is traveling through space at 1,200-1,300 kilometers per second. It will likely come to Earth on Thursday, which can...
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NYC emergency management warns of severe geomagnetic storm
A geomagnetic storm on Earth occurs as a result of highly elevated geomagnetic activity. The NOAA said the potential exists for strong storm levels, noting that geomagnetic storm watches at this level are very rare.
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Hurricane Milton latest: At least 11 dead, millions without power as rescues continue
Hurricane Milton brought powerful winds, a dangerous storm surge and flooding to much of Florida after making landfall along the Gulf Coast as a category 3 storm. It weakened to a Category 1 storm as it moved through Florida early Thursday. Power outages were widespread and deaths have been reported from severe weather. The cyclone had maximum sustained winds of 120 mph...
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Hurricane Milton winds tear part of Tropicana Field roof
Video shared on social media shows part of the roof of Tropicana Field is torn.
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Hurricane Milton latest: Landfall comes ahead of high tide, which may raise flood risk
Monday morning saw Hurricane Milton rapidly intensify from a Category 1 hurricane to a Category 5 over just 10 hours. Now Florida is dealing with the powerful storm’s wrath. At peak intensity, sustained winds were topping out at 180 mph and the central pressure fell to 897 mb. This is the fifth-lowest central pressure ever recorded in the history of…
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More Florida counties urge evacuations ahead of Hurricane Milton; see latest orders here
Hurricane Milton continues its march toward Florida on Wednesday, and while it has weakened slightly, it still looks to be a very dangerous storm that could bring deadly storm surge and winds above 125 mph to the state’s Gulf Coast. Unlike Helene, this hurricane is on a path toward population centers, threatening to bring a 12-foot storm surge to Tampa…
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Track Milton live: Hurricane makes landfall, brings life-threatening storm surge
Hurricane Milton made landfall Wednesday night in what looks to be a potentially catastrophic collision along the west coast of Florida, after millions were ordered to flee and officials warned that stragglers would face grim odds of surviving. The powerful storm made landfall as a Category 3 hurricane near Siesta Key in Sarasota County just after 8:30 p.m., with sustained winds of...
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Tracking Milton: Hurricane back to Category 5 strength, posing deadly threat to Florida
Hurricane Milton isn’t expected to directly affect the tri-state area, but with so much of Florida’s heavily populated cities, including Tampa and Orlando, in its path, many residents locally have expressed concern for families and friends in the south. And rightfully so. Milton rapidly strengthened into a Category 5 hurricane Monday on a path toward Florida population centers, threatening a...
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Landfall forecast for Hurricane Milton: How strong will storm be when it hits Florida?
Following a day of rapid intensification, jumping from a Category 1 storm to a Category 5 in a span of just 10 hours Monday, Hurricane Milton continued to churn toward Florida on Tuesday, remaining a powerful system that could bring life-threatening winds and storm surge.
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Hurricane Milton evacuations: Florida counties warn residents to leave before storm
Hurricane Milton continued its march toward Florida on Wednesday, and while it has weakened slightly, it still looks to be a very dangerous storm that could bring deadly storm surge and winds in excess of 125 mph to the Gulf Coast of the state. Unlike Helene, this hurricane is on a path toward population centers in Florida, threatening to bring…
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Hurricane Helene's youngest known victims were just 5 weeks old, and died in their mother's arms
A devoted mother and her 5-week-old twins were killed when a massive tree crashed through their home during Hurricane Helene.
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How did Hurricane Milton get so strong, so fast? An explainer
Hurricane Milton went from a Category 1 storm to a Category 5 in under 10 hours on its approach to Florida. It’s the strongest October storm we’ve seen since 2005.