Wyoming towns warned that water restrictions may be looming on the horizonThese are just a few of the numerous examples of the implications of an unusually warm and dry winter in the West. Apr 01 26April 01, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Meteorologist issues warning as heat dome creeps across country: 'The entire US is going to be hot'The United States is experiencing a record heat wave this March in at least 19 states that's breaking many temperature records. Mar 26 26March 26, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Meteorologist warns of 'otherworldly' temperatures spreading across US: 'Like nothing we've seen before'Several U.S. states across the West and Southwest — including California and Arizona — are set to experience an unprecedented spring heat wave this week, with temperatures soaring to record levels. Mar 18 26March 18, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Residents ordered to evacuate as catastrophic flooding threatens entire city: 'This is an unprecedented situation'As of March 11, numerous flood watches and warnings remained in effect across two large regions in northern Australia. Mar 17 26March 17, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Experts issue warning as major US region braces for intense wildfire season: 'Not that much time left for things to turn around'A warm and dry winter has depleted the snowpack for several western states. Mar 09 26March 09, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
National Weather Service debuts crucial feature for severe weather outlooks: 'Hopefully that'll help with … messaging'The Storm Prediction Center implemented a change designed to improve its messaging during an active week for severe weather. Mar 06 26March 06, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Florida officials issue grim warning as state breaks 21st-century weather precedentFor the first time in more than a quarter century, the entire state of Florida is experiencing a drought. Mar 05 26March 05, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
New study uncovers changes to wildfire season that could spell disaster for emergency responders: 'The pressure is real'Scientists warn the warming world is stretching wildfire-fighting efforts thin. Mar 04 26March 04, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Officials issue warning as dozens of US cities shatter extreme heat records in winter: 'Above the historical average'Falcon Dam in southern Texas reached a staggering 106 degrees on Feb. 27, setting a new record for the hottest temperature recorded in the U.S. during winter. Mar 03 26March 03, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Experts on alert as temperatures creep into triple digits in FebruaryTemperatures soared to record levels in southern Texas on Thursday as triple-digit heat was reported in several cities. Mar 02 26March 02, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Experts sound alarm as new information about Hurricane Melissa comes to light: 'Unfortunately this happened right before landfall'The report on the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season boosted the strength of the sustained winds from Hurricane Melissa, last year's deadliest hurricane. Mar 01 26March 01, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Massive wildfire rages through US national preserve: 'Getting burned through'Officials are concerned about the potential for super fog to form, which could lower visibility to as little as 10 feet or less. Mar 01 26March 01, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Experts issue warning as tornadoes and blizzards collide across US: 'I know it sounds impossible'February is one of the few times of the year when both blizzards and tornadoes can occur. Feb 28 26February 28, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Satellite photos reveal breadth of intense winter storms: 'The snowpack was at 73% of the typical level'Recent stunning satellite imagery of the snowcapped Sierra Nevada reveals the expansion of snow to lower altitudes, covering parts of the southern section. Feb 26 26February 26, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Satellite footage reveals breadth of catastrophic winter blizzard: 'If you can, remain indoors'Monday's nor'easter could become only the third winter storm to earn an "extreme" ranking by the National Centers for Environmental Information. Feb 25 26February 25, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Meteorologists sound alarm as severe winter storm slams major US cities: 'People will be in the dark'A historic blizzard pounding the Northeast on Monday has dumped nearly two feet of snow in spots and lashed the East Coast with hurricane-strength wind gusts. Feb 24 26February 24, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Officials maintain red alerts as residents see unprecedented 35 consecutive days of rain: 'This will happen more often'Flood alerts remained in effect Friday for parts of western France after a powerful storm dumped torrential rainfall across the region during the middle of the month. Feb 20 26February 20, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
30-vehicle pileup leaves 4 dead amid terrifying 'brownout' conditions: 'Visibility was next to nothing'Four people were killed in a Colorado crash this week after ferocious winds swept dirt and dust into the air to create a brownout that dramatically dropped visibility. Feb 19 26February 19, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Evacuations underway as rapidly spreading wildfire consumes thousands of acres: 'You lose visibility really quick'A powerful late winter storm is generating strong winds across several states. Feb 19 26February 19, 2026Article at thecooldown.com
Experts issue 'red flag' warning as looming phenomenon threatens vast US region: 'Critical … conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly'A complex storm gathering strength in the middle of the U.S. has spawned a variety of weather alerts for millions of people. Feb 18 26February 18, 2026Article at thecooldown.com