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Heat, Humidity & Fireworks : U.S. 4th of July Weekend Weather Outlook 2026

As the 4th of July weekend approaches, much of the United States is heading into a familiar but increasingly impactful midsummer weather pattern.

Written by Sarrah Pelorus
Published 7/1/2026, 4:46:05 PM
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Hurricane Katrina 20 years later

A look at Hurricane Katrina 20 years later. One of the costliest hurricanes ever to hit the U.S., Katrina changed the way we think about hurricanes.

Written by Megan K. Ironside
Published 8/28/2025, 4:04:27 PM
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Hurricane Erin won't make landfall in the U.S. but will bring high winds, high waves and storm surge.

Hurricane Erin is the first hurricane of the season but it won't directly impact the United States.

Written by Meteorologist Mary Wasson
Published 8/20/2025, 6:30:49 PM
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2025's Top 5 Most Remarkable Weather Events (So Far)

2025 has already had some wild weather, especially this spring and during severe weather season.

Written by Meteorologist Mary Wasson
Published 7/3/2025, 12:17:58 AM
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Devastating Supercells and Tornadoes Ravage the Great Plains to the East Coast Over the Weekend

Severe thunderstorms over the weekend produced 75 tornado reports from the Storm Prediction Center.

Written by Meteorologist Mary Wasson
Published 5/20/2025, 1:46:47 AM
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The World Meteorological Organization has retired four storms from the 2024 Hurricane Season

Destructive hurricanes Beryl, Helene, Milton and John have been retired and replaced with other names.

Written by Meteorologist Mary Wasson
Published 4/11/2025, 5:47:54 PM
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Heat Alerts Get New Names as the National Weather Service Streamlines Messaging During Heat Waves

NWS is renaming the heat alerts to enhance clarity in communication regarding extreme heat events

Written by Meteorologist Mary Wasson
Published 3/9/2025, 10:24:41 PM
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