Maricopa County breaks heat-related deaths record
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health says 2023 set a new record for heat-related deaths. The county has confirmed 469 deaths, which breaks the record set last year. Another 153 deaths are pending an investigation.
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health says 2023 set a new record for heat-related deaths. The county has confirmed 469 deaths, which breaks the record set last year. Another 153 deaths are pending an investigation.
A warmer than usual summer blamed for hungry, hungry javelinas ripping through Arizona golf course
Operators of a northern Arizona golf course think they have finally found the right repellent for javelinas ripping apart their turf — chili oil.
Operators of a northern Arizona golf course think they have finally found the right repellent for javelinas ripping apart their turf — chili oil.
Portions of Louisiana interstate remain closed after deadly pileup caused by super fog outside New Orleans
Louisiana State Police said nearly 160 vehicles were involved in the pileup on Monday. At least seven people were killed, and dozens more were injured.
Louisiana State Police said nearly 160 vehicles were involved in the pileup on Monday. At least seven people were killed, and dozens more were injured.
What is super fog and what causes it?
Every year fog leads to numerous delays on the roads and in the air, and even leads to fatalities. And while there are several different types of fog, super fog can be especially dangerous for drivers.
Every year fog leads to numerous delays on the roads and in the air, and even leads to fatalities. And while there are several different types of fog, super fog can be especially dangerous for drivers.
Norma slams into Mexico’s southern Baja California Peninsula, lashing region with heavy rain, high winds
An elevated weather station in the hills overlooking Cabo San Lucas reported multiple wind gusts of more than 90 mph, with a peak gust of 107 mph.
An elevated weather station in the hills overlooking Cabo San Lucas reported multiple wind gusts of more than 90 mph, with a peak gust of 107 mph.
Hurricane Norma makes landfall near Mexico's Cabo San Lucas as a Category 1
The once Category 4 hurricane weakened substantially before landfall which helped spare communities around Cabo San Lucas from more extensive damage.
The once Category 4 hurricane weakened substantially before landfall which helped spare communities around Cabo San Lucas from more extensive damage.
Billions of snow crab deaths off Alaska coast linked to marine heatwave
Dropping to a historical low in 2021, and after historical highs three years earlier, the disappearance of snow crabs is one of the largest losses of marine life worldwide.
Dropping to a historical low in 2021, and after historical highs three years earlier, the disappearance of snow crabs is one of the largest losses of marine life worldwide.
Maricopa County sets new record for heat-associated deaths after hot summer
A new record for heat-associated deaths was set on Oct. 19 for Maricopa County.
A new record for heat-associated deaths was set on Oct. 19 for Maricopa County.
How reliable are old wives' tales for forecasting winter weather?
The size of acorns, the stripes of a caterpillar -- FOX Weather takes a look at old wives' tales and folklore passed down by generations to forecast winter weather.
The size of acorns, the stripes of a caterpillar -- FOX Weather takes a look at old wives' tales and folklore passed down by generations to forecast winter weather.
Watch: Montana homes buried under tumbleweed blown in by 60-plus mph wind gusts
Some piles of tumbleweed rose so high that they flowed over the roofs of homes, causing them to almost disappear under a mountain of beige.
Some piles of tumbleweed rose so high that they flowed over the roofs of homes, causing them to almost disappear under a mountain of beige.
Phoenix can't shake these triple-digit days mid-October
You?ve probably noticed walking outside the door: it?s hot. We?re more than halfway through October and we still haven?t been able to shake off the triple-digit days. Locals are certainly noticing. FOX 10?s Lauren Clark has more from downtown with what people are saying.
You?ve probably noticed walking outside the door: it?s hot. We?re more than halfway through October and we still haven?t been able to shake off the triple-digit days. Locals are certainly noticing. FOX 10?s Lauren Clark has more from downtown with what people are saying.
'Hotober': Another heat record broken in October in Phoenix
Another heat record was broken in Phoenix, but this time it's in the fall. Some are calling October, ?Hotober.? FOX 10's Linda Williams has more from a pumpkin patch that depends on cooler weather this time of year.
Another heat record was broken in Phoenix, but this time it's in the fall. Some are calling October, ?Hotober.? FOX 10's Linda Williams has more from a pumpkin patch that depends on cooler weather this time of year.
Phoenix heat deaths toll soars after hottest summer on record
The toll of heat-associated deaths in Arizona?s most populous county ? still being tallied after the area?s hottest summer ever recorded ? has soared over 360, alarming public health officials who say the final count will surely set a new record.
The toll of heat-associated deaths in Arizona?s most populous county ? still being tallied after the area?s hottest summer ever recorded ? has soared over 360, alarming public health officials who say the final count will surely set a new record.
Phoenix heat deaths toll soars after hottest summer on record
The toll of heat-associated deaths in Arizona’s most populous county — still being tallied after the area’s hottest summer ever recorded — has soared over 360, alarming public health officials who say the final count will surely set a new record.
The toll of heat-associated deaths in Arizona’s most populous county — still being tallied after the area’s hottest summer ever recorded — has soared over 360, alarming public health officials who say the final count will surely set a new record.
Lidia becomes Hurricane as it heads to Mexico
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the Jalisco and Nayarit states along the coastline are anticipated to bear the brunt of the impact. A hurricane warning has been issued for these areas. The NHC predicts that the region will start experiencing hurricane-force winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding from Tuesday onwards. The NHC also warns that some areas may receive as much as 12 inches of rainfall, and there is a significant risk of dangerous storm surge. Satellite images provided by the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere depict the storm's trajectory throughout the weekend.
According to the National Hurricane Center (NHC), the Jalisco and Nayarit states along the coastline are anticipated to bear the brunt of the impact. A hurricane warning has been issued for these areas. The NHC predicts that the region will start experiencing hurricane-force winds, heavy rainfall, and potential flooding from Tuesday onwards. The NHC also warns that some areas may receive as much as 12 inches of rainfall, and there is a significant risk of dangerous storm surge. Satellite images provided by the Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere depict the storm's trajectory throughout the weekend.
Hundreds of earthquakes rattle summit of Kilauea volcano in Hawaii
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has closed some parking areas and trails around Kilauea due to an increase in seismic activity.
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has closed some parking areas and trails around Kilauea due to an increase in seismic activity.
Philippe becomes post-tropical storm posing New England flash flooding risk this weekend
As Philippe churns toward New England, much of Maine is now in the storm's forecast cone as it moves northward through the western Atlantic Ocean. New York has already implemented their Flash Flood Emergency Plan as the flood risk increases for vulnerable areas.
As Philippe churns toward New England, much of Maine is now in the storm's forecast cone as it moves northward through the western Atlantic Ocean. New York has already implemented their Flash Flood Emergency Plan as the flood risk increases for vulnerable areas.
Philippe beginning to impact Bermuda before rain, wind arrive in New England this weekend
A large portion of Maine is now in Philippe’s forecast cone as the storm moves northward through the western Atlantic Ocean over the next several days.
A large portion of Maine is now in Philippe’s forecast cone as the storm moves northward through the western Atlantic Ocean over the next several days.
2023 on track to become Earth's warmest year on record after shattering September temperature records
"Since June, the world has experienced unprecedented heat on land and sea. The temperature anomalies are enormous – far bigger than anything we have ever seen in the past," WMO officials said.
"Since June, the world has experienced unprecedented heat on land and sea. The temperature anomalies are enormous – far bigger than anything we have ever seen in the past," WMO officials said.
Philippe could impact New England this weekend with heavy rain, wind after dramatic shift in forecast track
A large portion of Maine is now in Philippe’s forecast cone as the storm moves northward through the western Atlantic Ocean over the next several days.
A large portion of Maine is now in Philippe’s forecast cone as the storm moves northward through the western Atlantic Ocean over the next several days.