Flagstaff: Isolated Storms and Strong Winds This Saturday, Outdoor Activities in Jeopardy
Storms Loom Over Flagstaff This Weekend Flagstaff, Arizona – This weekend, thunderstorms are expected to disrupt plans in Flagstaff as gusty winds and rainfall return, potentially leading to delays due to lightning, slippery roads, and brief power outages. The National Weather Service reports a 20% chance of rain and thunderstorms starting after 11 a.m. on […]
Disaster aid for Tennessee residents impacted by April storms exceeds $5 million as application deadline nears
Flooding has impacted parts of Christie Street in Dyersburg, Tennessee, as seen on April 10, 2025 (Photo: Cassandra Stephenson) The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has recently approved over $5 million in disaster assistance for residents in Tennessee who were affected by the severe storms and flooding in April. However, there’s a tight deadline for […]
Monsoon storms sweep through Arizona, prompting a tornado warning
Weather Update for Metro Phoenix On Wednesday evening, the Metro Phoenix area was affected by a shift that moved weather patterns north from southern Arizona, resulting in rain and dust being cleared from the region, according to officials. The National Weather Service in Phoenix indicated that showers and storms were expected to start in southern […]
Monsoon storms challenge $100 million flood prevention effort in Flagstaff
Thunderstorms Hit Arizona as Monsoon Season Begins Flagstaff, Arizona – Summer thunderstorms are making their presence known, with significant rainfall already causing flooding in areas like Prescott and Chino Valley earlier this week. It seems to rain quite a bit in Arizona, but certain conditions can quickly lead to hazardous flooding. This highlights the importance […]
FEMA grants $1.8 million in assistance for Tennessee residents impacted by April storms; Applications still open
Floodwaters have overtaken parts of the road and front yards on Christie Street in Dyersburg, Tennessee, as of April 10, 2025. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has given more than $1.8 million in assistance for individuals affected by the severe storm that hit in April. As of July 2, FEMA has processed 206 applications, […]
Alabama Power and Better Basics in Birmingham teach students about preparing for storms and job opportunities.
Israel Jones, a fifth grader at Glen Oaks Intermediate School in Fairfield, has always dreamed of being an engineer. Recently, though, he’s added another aspiration to his list: becoming a utility lineman. This change in outlook came after he had an opportunity to listen to Shane Sheely, a lead lineman from Alabama Power, who read […]
At least 5 killed in severe storms in West Tennessee; Tornado assessments begin • Tennessee Lookout
A string of intense storms and a possible tornado killed at least five people in West Tennessee early Thursday. The storm left a major path to damage in Fayette, Hardemann and McNairy counties. Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (Tema). The National Weather Service Memphis crew is deployed in Selmer, Tennessee to assess tornado damage. Residents of […]
‘The Worst I’ve Ever Seen’: Dozens Dead Across Six States After Tornadoes, Wildfires, Dust Storms
Reports have cleaned parts of the United States, blew tornadoes and sandstorms, sparking wildfires, killing at least 34 people in six states. According to CBS News, the massive storm system, with winds reaching 80 mph, was projected to clean more than 100 million strong areas, from the Canadian border to Texas. It caused winter conditions […]
Two dead after crash on I-40 near Williams amid snow storms
Two people are dead after crashing on Interstate 40 near Williams amidst a snowstorm in High County. Officials say the incident occurred at Milepost 159 in West Williams on Thursday before 3:30pm. The I-40 remains closed at MP 159 near Williams as the Troopers investigate a fatal collision involving multiple vehicles, including tractor trailers. Drivers […]
FACT CHECK: Is the U.S. Government Manipulating Storms in the Gulf of Mexico Using Technology?
Viral posts about × Storms moving east in the Gulf of Mexico are evidence that the U.S. government is using technology to manipulate weather patterns, they say. I grew up in the Gulf of Mexico. I have been watching storms since I was a child. I have never seen a storm start from here and […]