storms
Coverage of storms in the Nexus archive.
- Showers and storms continue for Wednesday
Southern Colorado is experiencing a toasty day with ongoing shower and storm chances, particularly stronger storms in the eastern regions due to elevated dew points and a cold front. The Aspen Acres burn scar area is also affected, though details are incomplete.
- Huntersville crews free trapped person after tree falls on mobile home
A person was seriously injured and trapped inside a mobile home in Huntersville, N.C., after a large tree fell on it during storms. Firefighters rescued the individual after 45 minutes, and the person was taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries. The same storms caused three house fires in Charlotte due to lightning strikes.
- Ortonville woman who lost power during Michigan storms unknowingly drove over downed line twice
A Michigan woman unknowingly drove over a downed power line twice during storms that left nearly 400,000 residents without power. The line had fallen in her yard, and she only learned of the danger the next day. DTE Energy mobilized crews nationwide to address outages, while some residents, like Bill Daugherty, endured extended power losses.
- Storms tonight and Wednesday, then heat builds – Chris
Minnesota experiences scattered showers and storms tonight and Wednesday, with a few potentially strong storms. A heatwave follows, with temperatures rising into the low 90s by Sunday and mid-90s by next Tuesday, accompanied by high humidity.
- Person seriously injured after tree falls on to house in Huntersville: What we know
A person was seriously injured after a tree fell on a house in Huntersville, North Carolina, around 3:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 7. The incident occurred following strong storms that caused three house fires in Charlotte due to lightning strikes overnight into early Tuesday. The injured individual was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, and the cause of the tree fall remains unclear.
- July 7: Heat advisory this afternoon with isolated inland storms
A Heat Advisory is in effect for metro Broward and Miami-Dade through the evening with heat indices reaching 105 degrees or higher. Isolated inland storms may develop due to the sea breeze, and Saharan dust will reduce storm chances while creating hazy, hot, and humid conditions through mid-week.
- Tornadoes and storms in central China leave at least 11 people dead, over 330 injured
Tornadoes and storms in central China caused at least 11 deaths and over 330 injuries. The event was reported by state media on Tuesday.
- Charlotte Fire Department responds to three fires within an hour overnight
Charlotte fire crews responded to three structure fires overnight across Sugar Hollow Drive, Abendego Road, and Tremaine Court, with no injuries reported. The Sugar Hollow fire was caused by a lightning strike, while Channel 9 suggested storms might have contributed to the other fires. The Charlotte Fire Investigation Task Force is investigating the causes.
- Communities picking up the pieces after destructive storms hit tri-state area
A powerful storm caused extensive destruction in New Jersey, leading to emergency declarations, building collapses, and widespread power outages affecting thousands of residents.
- Denver weather: Staying hot with spotty storms
Denver's weather remains hot with temperatures in the 90s due to sunny skies, and spotty storms may develop in the afternoon.
- Heat wave continues in Charlotte; isolated storms possible on Tuesday afternoon
A heat wave continues in Charlotte with heat index values expected to exceed 100 degrees, making it feel hotter during peak heating. Isolated storms are possible on Tuesday afternoon.
- Overnight storms bring heavy rain, flooding
Overnight storms caused heavy rain and flooding in the Charlotte area, with 2 inches of rain recorded in 30 minutes. Streets were briefly underwater, and drains overflowed, prompting another storm warning for later Tuesday.
- No power: Nearly 30K residents of Metro Detroit still in the dark
Nearly 30,000 residents in Metro Detroit remain without power entering day four after storms last Friday.
- Chicago weather: Near 90-degree highs return by midweek as storm chances increase
Chicago is expected to see temperatures near 90 degrees by Wednesday, with increasing chances of rain and storms by Thursday.
- Denver weather: Staying hot with storm chances
Denver's weather is expected to stay hot and smoky, with scattered showers and storms developing midweek. The forecast highlights spotty precipitation despite the high temperatures.
- Brooklyn neighbors pick up the pieces after strong storms
Brooklyn neighborhoods are cleaning up after strong storms caused fallen trees and blocked parking spaces. Large trees snapped and limbs fell, damaging parked cars and blocking areas along Cortelyou Road and in Flatbush.
- Daily storm chances return to start the week – Chris
Daily storm chances return to Minnesota starting Monday, with stronger storms expected Tuesday night and scattered thunderstorms possible Wednesday. The weekend will see a return of heat and humidity, with highs reaching the low 90s.
- Wild footage shows moment BJ’s Wholesale Club’s roof collapses — narrowly avoiding unsuspecting NJ shoppers
Footage captured the partial roof collapse of a New Jersey BJ's Wholesale Club during a storm, causing water to flood the store and narrowly avoiding shoppers. The incident occurred as severe weather battered the area Monday morning.
- Flossmoor residents still cleaning up after weekend storms, flooding
Flossmoor residents are still cleaning up after severe weekend storms and flooding. The sunny weather on Monday is seen as a welcome relief following the heavy rain.
- Downed trees block roadways in Richmond after storms sweeps through region
Storms caused downed trees to block roadways in Richmond. The storms swept through the region Sunday evening, impacting local roadways.
- DTE Energy provides update on restorations as 80K customers are without power
DTE Energy provided an update on July 5 regarding restoration efforts as over 80,000 customers in Metro Detroit remain without power following recent storms.
- Charlotte heat soars Monday; afternoon storms possible
Charlotte experienced rising temperatures into the mid-90s on Monday, with afternoon storms possible. The weather included a mix of sunshine and developing clouds.
- Cleanup continues in Lake Geneva after storms cause damage, deadly boat accident
Cleanup efforts continue in Lake Geneva and parts of southern Wisconsin following storms that caused damage and a deadly boat accident.
- Almost 80K in Metro Detroit without power after heat wave, storms
Almost 80,000 people in Metro Detroit lost power after severe storms with 60-70 mph wind gusts caused trees and power lines to fall.
- Thousands still left without power after Friday's storms
Thousands of Metro Detroit residents remained without power over the weekend following Friday's severe storms. The storms caused widespread outages, impacting the holiday weekend for many in the area.
- Storms return to Twin Cities by Tuesday
Storms are expected to return to the Twin Cities by Tuesday, with severe weather possible in SW and Central Minnesota. Heavy rain, up to 3-4 inches in some areas, is forecasted through Wednesday, followed by cooler temperatures. Warmer conditions may return next weekend.
- More Severe Weather Looms as Over 800,000 Remain Without Power
Over 800,000 customers in the United States remain without power following a series of storms. Lightning was observed during Fourth of July celebrations in Washington on Saturday.
- 25 dead in ongoing heat wave as storms bring flood and wind threats to the East Coast
25 people have died in an ongoing heat wave, while storms are causing flood and wind threats on the East Coast. A young visitor in Washington, D.C. shielded themselves from the sun during July 4th celebrations.
- Denver weather: Air quality alert Sunday, highs in the lower 90s
Denver is under an air quality alert on Sunday with high temperatures in the lower 90s. The weather forecast for the next few days includes typical July conditions, with increased chances of showers and storms this week.
- Tree splits Oak Park house in half, leaves mother and 5 children homeless
A mother and her five children were left homeless after storms caused a large tree to uproot and split their Oak Park house in half.
- Storms target North Texas ahead of blistering Monday game day heat
North Texas faces storm risks Sunday, followed by a hot and humid Monday game day and the region's first triple-digit heat wave of the season.
- Showers and storms possible late tonight
Heat and humidity will end the holiday weekend, followed by storms moving south overnight. Meteorologist Hannah Gard reports the weather changes.
- ‘It’s a danger’: Seniors at Farmington Hills center without full power after storms; families cite oxygen, CPAP concerns
A senior living facility in Farmington Hills, American House, remains without full power after storms caused outages in Southeast Michigan. Residents rely on oxygen and CPAP machines, raising health concerns as backup generators provide insufficient support. DTE Energy estimates power restoration by late Monday but faces criticism for lacking adequate emergency infrastructure.
- Woman killed after tree falls on camper during Kendall County storms
A woman was killed Saturday when a tree fell onto a camper trailer during storms in Kendall County. The incident occurred as severe weather impacted the area.
- Thousands lose power during stormy Fourth of July night
Storms during the Fourth of July caused thousands of power outages in Minnesota, with nearly 10,000 customers losing electricity, primarily in Hennepin and Carver Counties. Xcel Energy is working to restore power but has not provided a timeline.
- Storms force evacuation of July 4 celebrations in Washington
Storms forced the evacuation of July 4 celebrations in Washington, with extreme heat and thunderstorms disrupting 250th anniversary events. Trump is scheduled to speak at the Lincoln Memorial despite the weather disruptions.
- Evacuation ordered at National Mall as storms gather ahead of Trump's Fourth of July speech
An evacuation was ordered at the National Mall as storms approached ahead of a Fourth of July speech by Trump. The measure was taken to ensure safety amid gathering weather threats.
- Storms cause power outages for 1 million in Midwest, Northeast and Ontario
Storms caused power outages for 1 million people in the Midwest, Northeast, and Ontario. New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani reported crews were working to clear roads of trees on Saturday.
- Evacuation ordered as storms gather in Washington before Trump’s July 4 speech
An evacuation was ordered at the National Mall in Washington due to approaching storms hours before US President Donald Trump's scheduled July 4 speech commemorating America’s 250th independence anniversary. Attendees were directed to nearby federal buildings or Smithsonian museums, with Freedom 250 promising updates on programming and reopening.
- DC’s National Mall evacuated as storms move in before Trump’s speech
Washington DC’s National Mall was evacuated as a massive storm approached the city ahead of a scheduled speech by Donald Trump. The shutdown and evacuation were implemented due to the incoming weather.