Storm-weary California lashed with 12th 'atmospheric river' cloudbursts
More than 14,000 people were ordered to seek higher ground due to flooding with evacuation warnings issued for another 47,000 residents.
Wed Mar 22 2023
California, Northeast menaced by late-season winter storms
Mandatory evacuation orders remained in effect for residents in 10 California counties, according to the Federal Emergency Agency.
Tue Mar 14 2023
US winter storm kills firefighter, knocks out power, grounds flights
The firefighter was killed after coming in contact with a live power line knocked downed by ice, local officials said.
Fri Feb 24 2023
Massive snowstorm closes schools, grounds flights in US heartland
More than 50 million Americans were under winter weather advisories as the storm moved across a wide swath of the western and northern US.
Thu Feb 23 2023
First US winter storm of 2023 brings snow, sleet and tornado threat
Winter storm warnings, ice storm warnings and winter weather advisories were posted in and around Minnesota.
Wed Jan 04 2023
What is the link between winter storms and global warming?
Experts are taking a closer look at the link between these extreme cold events and climate change.
Sat Dec 31 2022
Buffalo, NY, digs out from blizzard; warming could bring rain, slush
Some people were found dead frozen in cars, others in snowbanks outdoors, while some died in medical emergencies such as cardiac arrest.
Wed Dec 28 2022
WHO says quarantine can be shortened in places with high COVID cases
The UN agency said its new guidelines may be helpful for places where essential services are under pressure.
Fri Feb 18 2022
US winter storm leaves hundreds of thousands without power
A winter storm dumped sleet and heavy snow on a wide swath of the central United States this week.
Sat Feb 05 2022
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Mon Jan 17 2022
Flooding hits western US, winter storm in the east
Several alerts were affecting a number of major roads in Washington state, with "hazardous water conditions" closing a number of sections.
Sat Jan 08 2022
Dangerous winter storm batters western U.S. as airport, highways shut down
One of the hardest hit areas was in the town of Nederland, where three feet of snow has fallen over the weekend, the weather service said.
Mon Mar 15 2021
Texas grid operator made $16 billion price error during winter storm, watchdog says
ERCOT ousted chief executive Magness, as the fallout continued from a blackout that left residents without heat, power or water for days.
Fri Mar 05 2021
Texas deep freeze leaves millions without power, 21 dead
Hospitals have treated people for carbon monoxide poisoning as they tried to heat icy homes using those items.
Wed Feb 17 2021
Snow, wind hammer US Northeast in 'life-threatening' blizzard
New York state declared a state of emergency in the city and 44 other counties, and warned of possible road closures in the hours ahead.
Tue Feb 02 2021
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024
BNM'S international reserves rise to USD118 bil as at Nov 15, 2024
Malaysia's international reserves rose to US$118.0 billion as at Nov 15, 2024, up from US$117.6 billion on Oct 30, 2024.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Findings by dark energy researchers back Einstein's conception of gravity
The findings announced are part of a years-long study of the history of the cosmos focusing upon dark energy.
Fri Nov 22 2024
NRES responds to Rimbawatch press release on COP29
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environmental Sustainability (NRES) wishes to offer the following clarifications to the issues raised.
Fri Nov 22 2024