'Critical' Fire Risk Spikes: Red Flag Warning Issued For Capital Region, Hudson Valley
A Red Flag Warning has been issued for parts of the Capital Region and Hudson Valley, with officials warning that any fires could spread quickly due to dangerous weather conditions.
The National Weather Service in Albany said the warning for "critical fire weather conditions" is in effect from noon to 6 p.m. on Thursday, April 9, covering areas including Albany, Schenectady, Troy, Saratoga Springs, and parts of the Mid-Hudson Valley such as Poughkeepsie, Kingston, and Monticello.
Affected counties include Warren, Saratoga, Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, and Washington counties in th…
2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season Predictions Released: Elevated Risk For US Impacts
Experts have just released their predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, and while the total number of storms is not expected to break records, the risk for significant US impacts is expected to remain elevated.
The season runs from Monday, June 1, through Monday, Nov. 30. AccuWeather is forecasting 11-16 named storms, four to seven hurricanes, and two to four major hurricanes of Category 3 or higher. Experts predict three to five of these storms will have direct impacts on the US, such as landfall, tropical-storm-force winds, or significant flooding.
The 2026 Atlantic hu…
Crashes, Downed Trees Snarl NJ Traffic After Storm With 74 MPH Winds
An overnight storm brought powerful winds, downed trees, and widespread power outages across New Jersey Tuesday morning, March 17.
The strongest wind gusts reached 74 mph in Avalon in Cape May County late Monday night, with other major gusts reported across the state, according to weather data. Gusts hit 67 mph in Surf City, 66 mph in Salem County, 64 mph in Keyport, 60 mph in Mount Holly, and 58 mph in Trenton and Sandy Hook, officials said.
Storm damage led to multiple road closures across several counties during the Tuesday morning commute, according to traffic alerts.
A downed tr…
Nearly 20K Without Power After Storm Downs Trees, Lines Across PA
Thousands remain without electricity after severe thunderstorms and high winds tore through the region Monday evening, utility officials said.
About 70,000 customers experienced outages since the start of the storm on Monday, March 16, according to PPL Electric Utilities.
As of 7 a.m. Tuesday, March 17, more than 50,000 customers had their power restored, while approximately 19,800 customers remained without service.
Crews are working around the clock to assess damage and restore power as safely and quickly as possible, the utility said.
The storm brought down trees and power lines across…
Tornado Watch Issued For 16 NJ Counties: Here's Where
A tornado watch has been issued for 16 New Jersey counties Monday, March 16, as a powerful storm system moves through the region, according to the National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center.
The watch was issued at 11:30 a.m. Monday, March 16, and remains in effect until 7 p.m., the Storm Prediction Center said.
The watch includes the following New Jersey counties: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Salem, Somerset, Sussex, and Warren, according to the agency.
A tornado watch means conditions are favo…
Tornado Watch Issued Across Maryland, DC, Virginia As Dangerous Storms Move In
The dangerous storm system forecasters warned about all weekend is now unfolding across the DMV.
A Tornado Watch has been issued for the region until 7 p.m. on Monday, March 16, putting millions of residents across the DMV on alert as a volatile line of severe storms pushes toward the East Coast.
The watch covers much of Maryland, Northern Virginia, and the District, where meteorologists say the atmosphere is primed for severe thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes and destructive winds.
A tornado watch has been issued for parts of District of Columbia, Maryland, North Carolina, V…
Track, Timing For Widespread New Winter Storm Comes Into Focus: Snow, Ice To Disrupt Travel
A potent new winter storm is set to sweep across the Midwest and Northeast early next week, bringing widespread snow, ice, and rain to millions.
The storm, fueled by a fresh surge of Arctic air, is expected to begin Sunday night, March 1, and continue into Monday, March 2, according to AccuWeather.
The storm will develop as warm, moist air collides with a dome of Arctic air, creating a corridor of heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain. Snow is expected generally from Washington, DC, through Pennsylvania, New Jersey, and just south of New York.
A look at precipitation types for …
Historic Blizzard: This Northeast Locale Saw Most Snowfall With 37.9 Inches; See Highest Totals
A historic Nor’easter that swept through the region has left some jaw-dropping numbers in its wake, both in terms of snowfall totals and wind gusts.
The storm caused widespread disruptions, including road closures, power outages, and flight cancellations, but also delivered some record-breaking snow totals.
Snowfall Totals
The heaviest snow fell across parts of Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Connecticut.
Warwick, Rhode Island, reported the highest preliminary snowfall total of 37.9 inches, which could mark a new state record. Warwick is located in East-Central Rhode Island in…
