ClimateWatch: Extreme flooding in the U.S.
In this episode of “ClimateWatch,” CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter looks at the floods that have devastated communities in the United States over the past two years.
Severe Weather
Humberto could mingle with Imelda to create rare Fujiwhara effect
Imelda was upgraded from a tropical storm to a hurricane on Tuesday and threatened to bring hurricane conditions to Bermuda by Wednesday evening.
Outer Banks homes collapse into Atlantic
Outer Banks, North Carolina, homes fell into the Atlantic Ocean on Tuesday as Hurricanes Imelda and Humberto swirled offshore.
Powerful rains hit Arizona, causing several deaths
Powerful monsoon rains in the Southwest are blamed for several deaths in Arizona. The fast-rising water caused flash flooding and chaos. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the forecast.
Humberto strengthens into a hurricane
CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano gives an update on developing storms as Humberto became a hurricane on Friday.
A look at the devastation caused by Typhoon Ragasa in Asia as cleanup begins
Typhoon Ragasa, one of the strongest storms to hit Asia in years, continues to move across southern China. CBS News' Anna Coren gives a look at the damage and the cleanup process.
Tracking potential storm threats in Atlantic
CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano reports on the potential path and outlook of Tropical Storm Humberto and other storms in the Atlantic.
Tsunami advisory for parts of Alaska lifted after earthquake off Russia's coast
A tsunami advisory was issued for Alaska's Aleutian Islands, with possible tsunami activity occurring in Shemya, Alaska, at 12:25 AKDT, according to the USGS.
More than half of U.S. is now included in mapping tool for flood forecasts
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and the National Weather Service have expanded an online tool that visualizes U.S. flooding forecasts.
Hot and dry conditions fuel wildfires across West
Hot and dry conditions across most of the West continue to fuel dozens of wildfires. All told, active fires have consumed more than 900,000 acres so far. Carter Evans reports the weather is now kicking up blinding dust storms in the Southwest.
FEMA employees warn of lack of preparedness
Nearly 200 current and former FEMA employees warn in an open letter, called the "Katrina Declaration," that the Trump administration has left the country underprepared to respond to natural disasters. Former FEMA Press Secretary Jeremy Edwards, who signed the declaration, joins "The Takeout" to discuss.
Hurricane Erin effects will persist
Hurricane Erin is moving away from the U.S., but its effects will still be felt near New York and other parts of the East Coast. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports.
Hurricane Erin packs a punch
Hurricane Erin's powerful force is being felt along the East Coast as it moves north into the Atlantic Ocean. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports, and Jessica Burch has the latest weather forecast.
Hurricane Erin could erode parts U.S. coast
North Carolina Gov. Josh Stein is warning residents ahead of Hurricane Erin's impact on the East Coast. The Category 2 Hurricane is currently hovering over the Atlantic Ocean, threatening parts of the U.S. with severe weather. Meteorologist Andrew Kozak has the latest weather forecast.
Hurricane Erin threatens the East Coast
Hurricane Erin is hovering over the Atlantic Ocean as a Category 2 storm, alarming parts of the East Coast as weather conditions worsen for communities in several states. CBS News' Rob Marciano reports.
Coastal impacts of Hurricane Erin
Forecasters are giving urgent warnings to millions of people who live along the East Coast as Hurricane Erin churns in the Atlantic. The storm will not make direct landfall, but is expected to bring dangerous rip currents. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano has more on the storm's path.
Tracking Hurricane Erin's path
Hurricane Erin will bring dangerously rough surf to parts of the U.S. East Coast. Over the weekend, Erin's outer bands lashed Puerto Rico with up to 7 inches of rain and flooding parts of the island.
Hurricane Erin strengthens in the Atlantic
The Atlantic Ocean's first hurricane of the season, Erin, has continued to gain strength and currently sits off the coast of Anguilla.
Tropical Storm Erin nears hurricane strength
On Friday, Tropical Storm Erin neared hurricane strength and is expected to become the first hurricane of the Atlantic season. Forecasters anticipate Erin to become a major hurricane over the weekend.
Tracking Tropical Storm Erin's path
Tropical Storm Erin is expected to become a hurricane by Friday and a major hurricane by Sunday. CBS News meteorologist Rob Marciano reports on the storm's path.
NOAA updates hurricane forecast
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration updated the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season forecast. CBS News' Jessica Burch reports.
Financially preparing for natural disasters
Here are some tips to make sure that you're financially prepared for any kind of natural disaster.
The global cost of natural disasters
The list of extreme weather- and natural disaster-related costs continues to grow this year. CBS News national environmental correspondent David Schechter breaks down the multibillion-dollar price tag of natural disasters.
Boy swept away by floods into storm drain
A Maryland boy died after floods from severe storms swept him into a drainage pipe, officials say. CBS Baltimore's Alexus Davila reports.
Scientist measures "megaflash" lightning strike
Michael Peterson, a scientist at Georgia Tech Research Institute, managed to measure a lightning "megaflash" that stretched 515 miles, setting a world record.
Exclusive
Ukraine agrees to peace deal, only "minor details" left, official says
A push by the Trump administration to end Russia's war on Ukraine appears to make headway, with Kyiv saying Zelenskyy could visit D.C. within days to finalize a deal.
Trump administration orders review of refugees who entered under Biden, memo shows
The Trump administration has directed a review of refugees admitted under former President Joe Biden, part of an effort to identify potential reasons that would disqualify them from being able to stay.
Noem made decision not to turn around deportation flights after judge's order, DOJ says
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem made the final decision to allow a group of deportees to be handed over to El Salvador after a judge said their flights must be returned to the U.S., the DOJ said.
Accusations of "sedition" spark uproar. Here's what the law says.
Six Democratic lawmakers are facing federal inquiries after they recorded a video urging military service members not to follow unlawful orders, a message President Trump alleged was "seditious."
Swalwell sues housing official who's made multiple criminal referrals for Trump critics
Trump housing official Bill Pulte also submitted criminal referrals for investigations into Sen. Adam Schiff, New York Attorney General Letitia James and Federal Reserve Board member Lisa Cook.
Exclusive
How an innocent woman's name was tied to the Jan. 6 pipe bombs
The FBI has ruled the woman out as a suspect in the 2021 plot, sources said, but only after her name circulated on social platforms and a conservative news site.
FBI opens inquiry into Democrats over "illegal orders," lawmakers say
The group appeared in a video last week that called on service members and members of the intelligence community to "refuse illegal orders."
National Park Service to hike entrance fees for foreign visitors
The fee change for international visitors will impact 11 national parks, including the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, according to the Interior Department.
Maps show where storms threaten Thanksgiving travel across the U.S.
Two storm systems are forecast to bring rain, snow and powerful winds to various parts of the U.S. this week, in the days leading up to Thanksgiving.