440+ tornadoes reported so far in 2026
The twister that struck near Enid, Oklahoma, this past Thursday received a (preliminary) EF-4 rating from the National Weather Service. This was the strongest tornado confirmed so far in 2026. Tornado activity across the United States is running slightly…
Read MoreEastern drought continues getting worse as rains drench the Great Lakes
A dramatic split-screen has developed in recent weeks as relentless rains over the Great Lakes and Midwest stand in stark contrast to the worsening drought over the southeastern states. Persistent ridges of high pressure over the southeast have kept…
Read MoreEastern U.S. to endure record-breaking heat wave this week
The spring of intense heat rolls on this week as a significant ridge of high pressure building over the eastern United States cranks up summer-like temperatures across the region. Long spells of bright sunshine will help boost readings from the upper 80s…
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