#weather-alerts

#weather-alerts

Significant winter weather is affecting Ireland, with temperatures dropping and Storm Bert expected to bring further disruptions with heavy rain and strong winds.

Ireland is experiencing severe frost and multiple Status Orange warnings due to dangerous low temperatures and icy conditions affecting travel and daily activities.

Ireland is facing a severe weather event with freezing temperatures and potential snow accumulation across several regions.

London and the UK face severe weather disruptions at the start of 2025 due to snow, rain, and high winds over New Year's Eve.

Winter storm Blair is causing severe weather across eastern US, affecting over 60 million people with heavy snowfall and travel disruptions.

Ireland is facing severe Arctic weather conditions, with temperatures plunging and heavy snowfall expected, leading to public safety concerns.

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UK faces severe disruption in travel due to snow and freezing rain warnings from the Met Office.

Hurricane Milton poses a significant threat with 110mph winds, causing power outages for over 2 million people.

Thunderstorms and heavy rainfall expected in the UK this weekend, with yellow weather warnings issued for several regions.

London faced a severe thunderstorm causing disruptions with warnings of flooding and travel issues.

A portion of the Santa Cruz Wharf collapsed due to dangerous high surf, leading to a closure and warnings for residents about hazardous beach conditions.

California officials warn against beach visits due to dangerously high surf and strong currents.

Severe snow squalls and blizzards are forecast in Ontario, making travel nearly impossible at times.

Environment Canada warns of severe snow squalls in Barrie, Collingwood, and Hillsdale, with potential snowfall exceeding 40 centimeters over the weekend.

Tornado warning lifted in Waterloo Region; severe thunderstorm watch remains due to possible hazardous weather conditions.

Southern California faces elevated wildfire risk due to strong Santa Ana winds, prompting power shut-offs to prevent fire ignition.

Southern California is experiencing extreme fire weather conditions, creating significant challenges for firefighters and resulting in widespread evacuations and loss of homes.

Southern California faces heightened fire risks due to strong Santa Ana winds, prompting red flag warnings.

Severe weather conditions led to ground delays at San Francisco International Airport, anticipated to impact travel for several days.

BART Police arrested a stabbing suspect, addressing ongoing safety issues in public transit.

Hurricane Rafael is intensifying and poses significant rainfall threats while also potentially weakening upon entering the Gulf of Mexico.

Hurricane Rafael's likelihood of making landfall in the US is extremely low, but Gulf Coast residents should remain vigilant for updates.

Hurricane Rafael has led to urgent 'do not swim' warnings for Florida and Alabama due to dangerous surf conditions and high rip currents.

Tropical Storm Francine is set to intensify into a hurricane, impacting the Gulf Coast with severe weather by Wednesday.

Tropical Storm Rafael is intensifying but is likely to weaken before reaching the US Gulf coast, impacting areas like the Florida Keys and Cuba.

Hurricane Ernesto caused significant disruption in Puerto Rico, with power outages and severe flooding.

Hurricane Ernesto poses dangers to East Coast beaches, with life-threatening surf and rip currents expected for the upcoming days.

Millions in Florida are evacuating as Hurricane Milton approaches, with dire warnings about potential catastrophic impacts.

The floods in Valencia resulted in a tragic death toll of 155, marking the deadliest flooding in Spain in fifty years.

Taiwan implemented emergency measures in anticipation of Typhoon Kong-rey, one of the strongest storms in years.

Hurricane Helene caused severe destruction in Florida and neighboring states, resulting in at least three fatalities and widespread power outages.

Typhoon Shanshan caused widespread destruction in southwestern Japan, injuring dozens and cutting power to over 250,000 households.

Tropical Storm Debby causing severe flooding in historic Southern cities like Savannah and Charleston.

Severe flooding due to heavy rains is anticipated around the London commuter belt, with widespread flood warnings issued.

Severe flooding in Roswell, NM, resulted from unprecedented rainfall, prompting emergency alerts and significant disruption.

Tropical Storm Francine is expected to become a hurricane, posing significant flooding and storm surge risk to the Gulf Coast, especially Louisiana.

Severe weather warnings for wind and heavy rain expected in southwest England, south and west Wales, may disrupt travel.

Rain warnings issued for England and Wales may lead to travel disruption and potential flooding this week.

Residents must remain cautious despite dropped alerts as dry weather persists, posing significant fire risks.

Fire conditions remain perilous; even low winds can lead to rapid fire spread. Evacuations advised.

Severe fire risk in Bay Area due to dry, warm, and windy conditions, prompting red flag warnings.

Hurricane Milton is rapidly intensifying and may reach Category 4 strength before making landfall in Florida, bringing life-threatening hazards.

Hurricane Milton is causing school closures, flight delays, and local preparations in South Florida as the region braces for potential flooding.

South Florida is under a tropical storm warning as Hurricane Milton approaches, bringing strong winds and significant storm surge.

Residents should avoid swimming at ten beaches in Los Angeles County due to unsafe bacteria levels during a heat wave.

Extreme heat wave poses serious health risks, affecting over 55 million people across multiple states.

PG&E customers in Walnut Creek and Oakland experienced outages during an October heat wave exceeding 100 degrees.

Tropical Storm Helene is forecast to become a category 3 hurricane, posing serious risks to Florida's Gulf coast.

Kentucky is providing weather alert radios to ensure hard-of-hearing residents receive critical emergency information effectively.

Excessive heat alerts persist in the southwest US, contributing to fatal heat-related incidents and setting new temperature records into autumn.

A significant heat dome is causing record temperatures and extreme heat alerts across Texas and neighboring states.

Concern for public health is rising as heat-related emergencies increase.

Excessive heat warnings impact millions of Americans as Labor Day weekend approaches, highlighting public health risks and emphasizing preventive measures against heat-related illnesses.

A severe heatwave is affecting the Midwest, with public cooling centers established to help mitigate the extreme temperatures.

Hurricane Francine is set to threaten southern Louisiana with potentially life-threatening conditions, urging urgent preparations from residents.

Severe weather warnings issued for heavy rain and strong winds in Northern Ireland and Northeast England, with potential for flooding.

Hurricane John regained strength in the Pacific, prompting warnings and preparations in southern Mexico for potential hurricane conditions.

Tropical Storm Ileana has made landfall in Mexico, prompting various warnings and safety measures.

Extreme weather alerts are affecting nearly all of the U.S. population, signaling a dangerous new reality linked to climate change.

Shanghai is preparing for the strongest storm since 1949 by shutting down air, sea, and major ground transport.

The hottest day of the year in the UK reached 34.8C in Cambridge, with heat alerts in central and southern England.

More than 140 areas in England and Wales are under flood warnings and alerts due to forecasted rain.

The Met Office predicts continued rain across the UK, with up to 50mm expected in some places.

Millions of Americans are facing dangerously hot conditions across the midwest and north-east US, with heat warnings in Michigan, Ohio, and Pennsylvania.

States like Arizona and Georgia are also experiencing high temperatures, prompting officials to open cooling centers and issue warnings.

Precautions like staying hydrated, avoiding the sun, and not leaving children or pets in cars are advised to mitigate risks during the heatwave.

The first heatwave of 2024 in New York City, reaching high temperatures in the lower to mid-90s, has prompted hazardous weather alerts.