Dangerous king tides prompt flooding, high surf warnings across Southern California

King tides and elevated surf are bringing localized coastal flooding and dangerous rip currents to LA and Orange County beaches, days after a tragic drowning in Laguna Beach.

Heat map: Here's who's least likely to have air conditioning

As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.

UN says next five years to smash heat records

A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a 75% chance that the next five years will see higher temperatures, underscoring the rapid pace of climate change.

Hurricane season: NOAA predicts below-normal season, cites El Niño

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) released its tropical forecast for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, predicting a below-normal season, citing a strong El Niño weather pattern, warmer ocean temperatures, and weaker trade winds.

Map: The fastest-warming US states revealed

A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.

NWS: Confirmed tornado in Fresno County
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A confirmed tornado touched down near Fresno, California, according to the National Weather Service.

What would El Niño this summer mean for California's winter?

El Niño is the warming of the sea surface temperatures thousands of miles away from the Bay Area in the Equatorial Pacific. 

Dangerous heat: Simple ways to keep your dog safe

Veterinarians warn Southern California pet owners to watch for signs of heatstroke and overexertion in dogs during the current historic heat wave.

Hawaii flooding forces 5,500 evacuations as 120-year-old dam fears grow

Severe flooding on Oahu has forced evacuations across the island’s North Shore as Hawaii faces its worst flooding in more than two decades.

Heat drawing unexpected creepy crawlers
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The hot weather has unexpectedly brought in insects onto Southern California homes.