A strong Santa Ana wind event is expected to impact much of Southern California through the weekend, bringing powerful gusts, warm temperatures and the potential for hazardous conditions. Meteorologists say winds began developing Friday and are expected to peak Saturday morning. The event has prompted a Next Weather Alert across the region through Sunday. According … Read more
Snow and wintry conditions returned to parts of West Virginia this week, leading to hazardous travel on roadways statewide. Mountainous areas saw more than a foot of snow in some locations, while lower elevations received a light dusting to a few inches. Though totals were lighter than the storm’s core impacts in the Mid-Atlantic and … Read more
Travelers at South Florida airports faced widespread disruptions Sunday as a powerful winter storm in the Northeast combined with temporary federal screening changes to create long lines, cancellations and soaring ticket prices. Passengers at Miami International Airport reported confusion after the Department of Homeland Security briefly paused TSA PreCheck, the expedited security screening program. The … Read more
Monday marks one year since devastating winter flooding struck southern West Virginia, severely impacting communities along the Tug River and nearby tributaries. Flash flooding swept through the southern Coalfields overnight from Feb. 15 into Feb. 16. Rising waters, strong winds, landslides and mudslides caused widespread destruction to homes and property. McDowell, Mingo and Logan counties … Read more
More than two weeks after a winter storm swept through Central Kentucky, warmer temperatures are finally melting the ice that has blanketed the Bluegrass. Lexington residents say the sunshine is making a clear difference as they clear sidewalks and driveways that have remained covered since the storm. For longtime resident JR Hisle, this winter storm … Read more
After a cold weekend with highs of 25 and 30 degrees on Saturday and Sunday, noticeably milder air moved into the area Monday afternoon. The official high of 38 degrees matched the warmest temperature recorded so far this month, first reached last Friday. Some locations, particularly in the southern areas, climbed even higher into the … Read more
Emergency officials in Putnam County issued a public safety warning after youth were seen walking on a frozen section of the Kanawha River. In a social media post, the Winfield Police Department urged parents and guardians to talk with their children about the dangers of frozen waterways. “While the surface may look solid, river ice … Read more
South Florida is heading into a stretch of warmer, dry weather as firefighters battle an active wildfire in northwestern Broward County. Sunday began on a cool note, but sunshine and pleasant conditions are expected through the afternoon, with highs reaching the mid-70s across the region. Beachgoers are urged to use caution due to a high … Read more
Fast-falling, heavy snow blanketed Charleston on Friday, creating slick road conditions and keeping city crews busy throughout the day. Drivers like Tony Centofanti noticed the impact. “If you don’t need to be out, it’s probably better to be home, but I mean, our road crews are doing a terrific job. I mean, when it started … Read more
After a quiet Thursday, winter conditions will make a comeback Friday into the weekend, creating slippery roads and frigid weather. Some afternoon sun on Thursday turned snow and ice into slush in some areas, but that will refreeze after sunset. Aside from the refreeze, tonight should be relatively calm with thickening clouds and a chance … Read more