"Historic" flooding possible when Hurricane Sally hits Gulf Coast
It could also bring "extreme life threatening flash flooding" and storm surges as high as 9 feet — not to mention tornadoes, forecasters say.
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Northern Hemisphere had its warmest summer ever, NOAA says
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration also said 2020 is likely to be one of the five warmest years on record.
Hurricane Sally, now a Category 2, takes aim at the Gulf Coast
National Hurricane Center says Sally could bring a "life-threatening storm surge," strong winds and flash flooding from torrential rains.
Tropical Storm Sally forms in the Gulf of Mexico
It's the 18th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, which peaks in mid-September.
Laura strikes Louisiana, killing 6
The storm is bringing "catastrophic storm surge, extreme winds and flash flooding" to portions of the state.
Laura brings downpours and some twisters way inland
Now a tropical depression, the once fierce hurricane is likely to turn right, head for Northeast, forecasters say. It's blamed for at least six U.S. deaths.
$125 billion worth of homes in Hurricane Laura's path
Thousands of homes along the Texas and Louisiana coasts would cost billions to rebuild if destroyed.
Over half a million people ordered to evacuate as Hurricane Laura looms
Laura could slam into land this week as a major storm with ferocious winds and deadly flooding.
An animation released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reveals the massive loss of Arctic ice since 1987
An animation released by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration reveals the massive loss of Arctic ice since 1987. The agency says the loss of older, thicker ice in recent years is a worrying trend as it is less susceptible to melting than younger ice.
Experts predict active 2020 hurricane season
Experts are warning of a very active hurricane season, meaning the National Hurricane Center may have to employ the Greek alphabet beyond 21 storms. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli explains.
Hurricane season kicks off early
Ocean temperatures are especially warm causing a number of storm systems to form early this year. Hurricane season usually starts mid-August. CBS meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins CBSN's Lana Zak to explain which areas may be impacted by extreme weather.
Researchers flock to mysterious "blue hole" off Florida's coast
Little is known about the mysterious holes at the bottom of the ocean — but a team of researchers is looking to change that.
New twist in Trump's Dorian map controversy
Craig McLean, NOAA's acting chief scientist, says he's looking into possible violations of scientific integrity after the agency issued a statement backing President Trump's claim that Hurricane Dorian could threaten Alabama – contradicting their own meteorologists. CBSN's Elaine Quijano has the latest developments on "Red and Blue."
Tropical Storm Cristobal makes landfall in Louisiana
Tropical-force winds will continue along the Gulf Coast from southeast Louisiana to Mississippi and Alabama, while storm surge and heavy rainfall is expected from Louisiana to the Florida Panhandle.
Hurricane season complicated by coronavirus
With just over a week to go before the official start of hurricane season, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is warning of a very active season to come. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli joins Anne-Marie Green and Vladimir Duthiers to talk about the forecast.
Could 5G impact weather forecasting?
An NOAA official told congressional lawmakers that 5G technology could impact weather forecasting. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joined CBSN AM to discuss how.
2019 Atlantic hurricane season outlook
NOAA is out with its prediction for the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season, which officially begins June 1. It expects a "near-normal" season with 4 to 8 hurricanes. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN with details.
2019 Atlantic hurricane season begins
June 1 marks the start of the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season, but many areas are still rebuilding from the devastation caused by last year's storms. Mayor Al Cathey of Mexico Beach, Florida, joins CBSN to talk about his city's recovery.
Carbon dioxide levels hit record high
NOAA says carbon dioxide levels hit a record high last month, a troubling development for the future of the climate. CBS News weather producer David Parkinson joins CBSN to explain the significance.
NOAA warns of a very active hurricane season ahead
Forecasters say now is the time to start preparing for a season that may bring more than the usual number of major hurricanes.
July was Earth's hottest month on record
July 2019 is now officially the hottest month on record. The average global temperature last month was 1.71 degrees Fahrenheit above the 20th-century average, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration announced Thursday. CBSN contributing meteorologist Jeff Berardelli explains.
NOAA says nuking hurricanes wouldn't work
President Trump is disputing a report in Axios that said he suggested the U.S. consider using nuclear weapons to divert hurricanes from hitting the country. NOAA says it wouldn't work and would spread dangerous radioactivity.
NOAA's 1st all-female hurricane hunting crew
While Hurricane Dorian makes its way toward the Florida coast, not everyone is fleeing the fierce storm. Commander Rebecca Waddington, Lieutenant Lindsey Norman, and Captain Kristie Twining flew into the eye of the storm this week, collecting data for NOAA. Their mission was routine, but their flight was historic: It was the first time in the organization’s history that a hurricane hunter's flight crew was comprised of all women. Dana Jacobson reports.
Where is Hurricane Dorian heading next?
As Hurricane Dorian moves up the southeastern U.S. coastline, Severe weather advisories have been issued for parts of Florida up through the Carolinas. Ed Rappaport, deputy director of the National Hurricane Center, joined CBSN with the latest on the storm's path.
Trump shows altered map of Dorian's path
President Trump is claiming ignorance after he held up a National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration map that appeared to have been altered with a black pen to show a projection of Hurricane Dorian possibly striking Alabama.
As Trump makes autism announcement, Tylenol maker and medical experts push back
The Trump administration announced it believes acetaminophen is linked to autism risk, but the maker of Tylenol and medical experts have strongly pushed back on the claims.
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will return to air Tuesday, Disney says
"Jimmy Kimmel Live!" had been pre-empted on Wednesday following comments Kimmel made on the show in response to the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk.
Trump to meet with Schumer and Jeffries as government shutdown looms
Democrats have pleaded with Republicans to negotiate before government funding expires at the end of the month.
Trump executive order labels antifa a "domestic terrorist organization"
President Trump is following through on his vow to designate antifa as a terrorist group — but the move's legal impact is unclear.
Supreme Court lets Trump fire FTC commissioner for now and takes up dispute over removal
President Trump moved to fire Rebecca Kelly Slaughter from her position as a member of the Federal Trade Commission in March.
Sarah Ferguson dropped by U.K. charities over reported Epstein email
Newspapers in the U.K. published an email that Prince Andrew's ex-wife Sarah Ferguson reportedly wrote to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
4 soldiers killed in Black Hawk helicopter crash identified by Army
Andrew Cully, Andrew Kraus, Donavon Scott and Jadalyn Good were part an elite team that does nighttime missions.
Man accused of trying to assassinate Trump in Florida rests his case without testifying
A man accused of trying to assassinate Donald Trump at his Florida golf course last year has chosen not to testify in his own defense.
The night Jeffrey Epstein claimed his cellmate tried to kill him
New internal documents reveal details of an incident that left Jeffrey Epstein injured and on suicide watch days before his death.