Northeast poised for severe weather and quick cooldown before heat returns late this week

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 4:28:44 AM EDT

The early-week break from summerlike heat in the Northeast will be short-lived, as temperatures return to the 80s later this week.

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Rounds of heavy rain to threaten parts of central US with river flooding, travel disruptions into early week

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 6:32:40 AM EDT

The risk for severe weather will continue early this week across the southern and central Plains while heavy rain threatens an area farther north.

Driver injured after tractor trailer gets toppled by high winds

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Tropical disturbance may brew off the Atlantic coast this week

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 4:11:27 AM EDT

An area of showers and thunderstorms north of the Bahamas has a chance of developing into a weak tropical system early this week.

Rocket man Reed testing equipment ahead of major storm

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Tornado causes damage to water tower, starts leaking from bottom

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The difference between tornado watches and warnings

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There is a distinct difference between a watch and a warning, and knowing the difference can save your life.

We are still talking about snow heading into late-May

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Window closing for Midwestern corn farmers to plant crops amid persistent wet weather

Weather News - May 17, 2019, 5:14:54 PM EDT

The delays in planting crops is becoming an increasing nuisance for farmers and could result in an overall decline in corn production this year.

'I thought that was dirt': Reed Timmer reflects on his wild chase Friday as he got caught in a tornado

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Playing for something 'bigger than them,' Louisiana Tech softball players charge into NCAA Tournament

Weather News - May 17, 2019, 1:02:58 PM EDT

Following 'overwhelming' tornado damage and a destroyed home field, the Louisiana Tech softball team grinds every day as it continues its post-season journey.

Storm chaser captures incredible lightning storm timelapse

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Everything you need to know about hail

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Hail is a dangerous and damaging severe weather phenomenon that comes in a variety of shapes and sizes. So what causes hail to take on different forms?

The dangers of damaging winds

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Tornado safety: What to do if you encounter a tornado while driving

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Seeking shelter from a tornado under an overpass might sound like a good idea and it's an idea often captured in films, but meteorologists say that is one of the worst things you could do.

AccuWeather's 2019 East and Central Pacific hurricane season forecast

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In case you missed it: Wintry weather, snow visit New England, California; Natural phenomena around world take social media by storm

Weather News - May 17, 2019, 2:26:39 PM EDT

Wintry weather interrupted spring warmth this week across the West and Northeast, while several astonishing spectacles appeared in the sky around the world.