Tropical Storm Sara pounds Central America, leaves at least 1 dead
Honduran officials said that there had been at least 90 rescues and over 47,000 people affected by the storm.
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Tropical Storm Sara forms in the Caribbean
Tropical Storm Sara developed in the Caribbean on Thursday, threatening parts of Central America with life-threatening and potentially catastrophic rain.
Tropical Storm Sara forms in Caribbean
Tropical Storm Sara formed in the Caribbean on Thursday and is churning west. It is forecast to bring life-threatening flooding to portions of Central America this weekend.
Next tropical weather threat forming in the Caribbean
The last day of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season is Nov. 30, but as we near that finish line, the Caribbean apparently has other thoughts in mind.
Hurricane Rafael forms in Caribbean as path heads toward Cuba
Rafael, the 18th named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season, became a hurricane on Tuesday evening as it approached the Cayman Islands.
Nadine forms in Caribbean, makes landfall in Belize
The Atlantic Hurricane season has been busy with 15 named storms already forming this year. The season runs through Nov. 30.
Hurricane Milton takes aim at Florida's Gulf Coast, prompting mass evacuations
Milton is a powerful Category 4 hurricane with a path forecast to bring it ashore along Florida's west coast this week.
Storm-weary Florida braces for Hurricane Milton
Hurricane Milton exploded in strength Monday with winds topping 180 miles per hour. The monster hurricane is now expected to make landfall late Wednesday or early Thursday in Florida. Cristian Benavides and Tom Hanson report.
Helene death toll tops 160 as Southeast digs out from devastation
Hurricane Helene killed dozens of people, caused widespread destruction and knocked out power to millions of homes and businesses.
Dozens airlifted from Tennessee hospital roof amid flooding
Authorities have successfully airlifted over 50 people stranded by fast-moving flood waters from the roof of a hospital in Erwin, in eastern Tennessee.
How Hurricane Helene battered Florida
Hurricane Helene's force in Florida left behind major destruction in the Big Bend area before weakening into a tropical storm while it traveled through Georgia. CBS News' Dave Malkoff reports from Atlanta. Also, Ken Graham, the director at NOAA's National Weather Service, joins CBS News with more on damage.
Hurricane Isaac strengthens, Tropical Storm Joyce forms in the Atlantic
There are no coastal watches or warnings in effect for either storm however, the waves from Issac could cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions in the Azores
Tropical Storm Helene in Georgia
Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida Friday before weakening in Georgia. CBS News' Manuel Bojorquez is in Tampa and Skyler Henry is in Asheville, Tennessee, where winds gusts and flooding are prevalent. Also, CBS News New York meteorologist Tony Sadiku has the latest weather forecast.
Florida preparing for Helene landfall
Hurricane Helene intensified from a tropical storm Wednesday, churning toward Florida's Gulf Coast. According to the National Hurricane Center, it will reach Florida late Thursday with winds of up to 115 miles per hour. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Tampa.
Helene and climate change effects
Tropical Storm Helene is gaining strength from warmer waters in the Gulf of Mexico, an effect linked to climate change that appears to make hurricanes and storms more powerful. CBS News Los Angeles meteorologist Marina Jurica has more.
Helene becomes major threat to Florida
Tropical Storm Helene will likely slam Florida and parts of Georgia with strong winds, heavy rains and storm surge in areas bordering the Gulf of Mexico. Jamie Rhome, the deputy director of the National Hurricane Center, joins CBS News with more.
Storm that could become Hurricane Helene takes aim at Florida's Gulf Coast
The U.S. Gulf Coast is bracing for a major hurricane, with Tropical Storm Helene expected to intensify rapidly into a Category 3 storm and hit Florida's Big Bend.
Tallahassee prepares for Helene
Tropical Storm Helene is headed toward Florida, which is mostly under a state of emergency in anticipation of a potential hurricane. CBS News' Jason Allen reports, and Tallahassee Mayor John E. Dailey has more on preparations.
Helene could hit Florida as hurricane
Tropical Storm Helene is moving toward Florida and is expected to strengthen into a Category 3 storm over the Gulf of Mexico. CBS News' Nicole Valdes reports from Crystal River, and CBS News New York meteorologist John Elliott has the latest update.
Florida under emergency as Helene nears
Parts of Florida are under a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Helene heads for the state. Helene formed Tuesday morning and is expected to impact the Sunshine State as a hurricane when it lands on Thursday. CBS News national correspondent Manuel Bojorquez reports from Clearwater, Florida.
Florida's Big Bend braces for another hurricane
Helene could become the second hurricane to make landfall over Florida's Big Bend region this year. Jason Allen takes a look at how the state and local residents are preparing for the storm.
Hurricane John intensifies suddenly, slams into Mexican tourist hotspots
Hurricane John's rapid intensification forced Mexico's Pacific tourist hubs of Acapulco and Puerto Escondido to brace quickly for a Category 3 storm.
Weather system could become hurricane
A developing weather system could strengthen in the Gulf of Mexico and become a tropical storm or hurricane that slams the South. CBS News Bay Area meteorologist Jessica Burch has more.
Ileana weakens to tropical depression as it heads toward Sinaloa, Mexico
Rain from Ileana, then a tropical storm, pounded the resort area of Los Cabos this weekend.
Louisiana works to assess Francine damage
Francine has significantly weakened to a post-tropical cyclone after slamming Louisiana as a Category 2 hurricane on Wednesday. More than 251,000 people remain without electricity in the Pelican State as of Thursday evening. CBS News national correspondent Dave Malkoff reports from Houma, Louisiana.
Israel and Hamas reach deal to release all hostages, Trump says
The announcement comes days after he presented a 20-point peace plan aimed at ending the war in Gaza.
Senate votes fail again as government shutdown drags on
The government shutdown stretched into Day 9 on Thursday as another round of Senate votes failed to advance funding bills.
Hearing on tap as 500 National Guard troops deployed in Chicago area
A federal judge is expected to rule on Thursday on a request from the governor and mayor to block the troop deployment.
Senate votes down war powers resolution aimed at blocking Trump's boat strikes
Senate Democrats forced a vote under the War Powers Act aimed at blocking continued U.S. strikes on alleged drug-carrying boats off the coast of Venezuela.
New DoD credential restrictions send "message of intimidation," press corps says
The Pentagon Press Association said its negotiations with the Defense Dept. over new restrictions "have not been as successful as we had hoped."
Colombian president alleges U.S. bombed boat from his country; White House denies
The president of Colombia alleged the U.S. military struck a boat carrying Colombian citizens — which the White House vehemently denied.
Ex-FBI chief James Comey pleads not guilty to charges of lying to Congress
Former FBI Director James Comey, a longtime foe of President Trump, appeared in Virginia for an arraignment, in his first court appearance since he was charged.
Florida man arrested for allegedly starting deadly Palisades Fire
The Palisades Fire burned more than 23,000 acres and killed at least 12 people in January.
Tropical Storm Jerry churns over central Atlantic Ocean
Tropical Storm Jerry continued to churn over tropical waters of the central Atlantic Ocean and could become a hurricane.