The avalanche risk is high in much of the western US. Here’s what you need to know to stay safe

Some hardy winter sport enthusiasts are heading to ski resorts and backcountry slopes in the Western U.S. despite frigid temperatures and a massive winter storm that dumped snow across much of the region.

Arctic blast brings below-zero temps, blinding snow to millions across US

Every state in the country is under some sort of weather advisory this weekend as a polar vortex sends an arctic blast across much of America.

High surf, dangerous rip currents return to SoCal beaches

A High Surf Advisory has been issued for Ventura and Los Angeles counties as high surf and strong rip currents return to Southern California beaches.

SoCal deals with cold temps, high winds
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Angelenos are trying their best to stay warm through the strong winds and "California cold" temperatures.

Freezing temperatures blast Southern California

Southern California was hit by a blast of cold air Tuesday morning, bringing the coolest temps of the season.

Powerful wind gusts batter SoCal; power outages reported

Dangerously strong winds are sweeping SoCal this weekend, causing some power outages and prompting a warning for drivers that the Grapevine might be shut down due to snow and ice and strong gusts.

Nor'easter slams Northeast with a foot of snow, flash freeze could lead to dangerous travel in New England

Heavy snow was reported from the Northeast to New England, with several communities reporting more than a foot of snow that slowed travel as millions of Americans were faced with the messy winter weather.

What is a nor’easter?

Snow is not a requirement for a nor’easter, you may be surprised to learn. Here's what's going on along the East Coast this weekend.

Winter storm warnings issued, 45 million on alert for East Coast nor'easter

The East Coast's first major winter storm of the year could bring several inches of snow to some areas and disrupt life for 45 million people in the Northeast.

Fire whirl captured on video when meteorologist burns away ice from driveway

A small fire whirl was captured on video by a North Dakota meteorologist who says it formed after he used gasoline to clear ice from his driveway following a major winter storm.

Strong winds batter SoCal neighborhoods
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From the San Fernando Valley to Los Angeles County's westside neighborhoods, Southern California was hit by damaging winter winds.

Winter Storm: Rain moves out of Southern California, gusty winds expected

National Weather Service forecasters said the bulk of the storm's rain had passed through the area by Wednesday morning, but a chance of some scattered showers remained, including the possibility of a thunderstrom near the coast.

2023 finishes as warmest year on record

Heat waves plagued nearly every corner of the world in 2023, which sent temperatures into record territory.