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

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 11:29:42 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.

Close encounters caught on video as twisters hammer central states

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

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 1:04:11 PM 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.

Storm chasers caught inside passing tornado

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1st tropical system of 2019 Atlantic hurricane season may form early this week

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 11:22:00 AM EDT

An area of showers and thunderstorms to the north of the Bahamas has a small window to organize into the first named tropical system of the 2019 Atlantic hurricane season.

Tornadoes and driving: Are overpasses safe?

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What is a tornado emergency?

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Tornadoes can be one of Mother Nature’s most destructive forces, but advanced warning can help to save lives when a tornado is approaching.

Aftermath of a storm that uprooted a home from its foundation

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Severe thunderstorms batter mid-Atlantic to New England with powerful winds, torrential downpours

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 10:00:24 AM EDT

A new round of strong thunderstorms tracked across the Midwest and the Northeast on Sunday. A student housing unit in State College, Pennsylvania caught on fire after being struck by lightning Sunday afternoon.

Driver injured after tractor trailer gets toppled by high winds

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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.

How to protect your car and house from hail damage

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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.

The dangers of flash flooding

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Dangerous heat wave to stretch from Egypt to Turkey, Syria this week

Weather News - May 20, 2019, 8:44:27 AM EDT

The risk for heat-related illnesses will be elevated from northern Africa into parts of the Middle East this week as unseasonable heat builds over the region.

Dust devil sweeps through farm field

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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.

The dangers of damaging winds

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