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CBS News
9 hours ago
- Climate
- CBS News
Severe storm chances for the Denver metro and Eastern Colorado Wednesday
We're tracking the potential for some severe weather going into the day today, the Denver metro area is under a level 2 threat for those severe storms. The Interstate 25 corridor is under that slight risk. We're sandwiched between two areas of more marginal threats for severe weather. The potential for that activity to build later on today certainly isn't out of the question. As far as storm threats are concerned, we have the risk of picking up any of our severe storm threats, with the greatest threat being hail. Along the Front Range, that means the threat of hail larger than an inch. But we also have the potential to see some of those strong, damaging winds gusting over 60 mph, localized flooding with heavy rain isn't out of the question, nor is the potential for some rotation that could lead to a tornado. We'll start to see storms fire up in the high country about noon or 1 p.m., working their way into the foothills around 1 or 2 p.m. and likely crossing into the Denver area after about 1 p.m. We're going to continue to see those scattered storms roll through the I-25 corridor out onto the Eastern Plains. Lingering moisture takes us into the night tonight, but that severe threat will start to diminish as we head into the evening and overnight hours. The other thing we'll watch today is our smoke forecast. We have smoke burning from wildfires in western Colorado that has started to pour into the sky over the Denver metro area, so noticing maybe a little more moderate to heavy smoke in the Denver area out into eastern Colorado throughout the day today, with, of course, the heaviest smoke being out west, where we're seeing those fires originate. That smoke is likely to linger through Thursday. Western Colorado is under critical fire weather concerns and the dry weather and dry lightning are contributing to that fire danger. Temperatures are staying hot for the western slope on Wednesday, lingering in the highs of upper-90s, whereas in Denver is going to be a little cooler; it will be in the low- to mid-80s, due to a cold front bringing. Wednesday night, the Denver area could dip into the low 60s with a few lingering showers early on before a mostly cloudy night,. Thursday afternoon, Denver is expected to return to the mid-80s. It will be a partly cloudy day with some more afternoon storm chances, but we're not tracking severe weather going into Thursday.
RNZ News
2 days ago
- Climate
- RNZ News
Nelson Tasman floods: State of emergency to be lifted on Thursday
The area has endured two bouts of savage weather in as many weeks. Photo: Supplied/ Jodie Reed The state of emergency in Nelson Tasman will be lifted on Thursday, as the battered area moves into a one-month transition period. The region has endured two bouts of severe weather and widespread flooding since late last month. Tasman mayor Tim King thanked those who had supported the emergency management response, as he announced the region would formally move to a recovery focus for the second time in three weeks. "For the second time in three weeks we're transitioning to recovery. Our community has faced two major weather events, and we have seen significant impacts across the region. While we are moving from a state of emergency, this transition period means that support continues to be available to those affected. "A big thank you to everyone involved, including the many in our community who have supported, and continue to support, their friends, whānau, and neighbours." Nelson mayor Nick Smith said the major ongoing impact in Nelson was the closing of SH6 Rocks Road. "Good progress is being made on stabilising the cliff and I am hopeful of it re-opening by the end of the week. Nelson by the weekend will be back to normal and fully open for business." Sign up for Ngā Pitopito Kōrero , a daily newsletter curated by our editors and delivered straight to your inbox every weekday.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Isolated storms could be strong to severe
Spotty downpours and storms look to form during the morning along coastal portions of the area before drifting inland Sunday afternoon. As storms track farther east through the early afternoon, there is a low-end, level 1//5 risk for severe weather in far eastern portions of Polk county and most of Highlands county. This is driven by the risk of wind gusts higher than 58 mph within some strong cells. Small, melting hail is also possible. Highs still run slightly warmer than average Sunday in the low 90s. Expect a mix of clouds and sun to be left behind once the rain clears. Rain chances increase significantly with a 70% chance of rain and storms Monday. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Bloomberg
2 days ago
- Climate
- Bloomberg
Why Texas Is So Vulnerable to Climate Disasters
Texas is reeling from floods that have killed more than 100 people and caused an estimated $18 billion to $22 billion in damage. It's the latest in a string of climate disasters to hit the state hard, including 2017's Hurricane Harvey, which left Houston underwater, the 2021 deep freeze that knocked out the state's power grid, and multiple severe weather outbreaks last year that caused billions of dollars in losses.
Daily Mail
2 days ago
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Weather warning in Spain after storms battered parts of the country
Holidaymakers in Spain are facing severe weather warnings after storms and torrential rainfall battered parts of the country - leaving streets flooded and cars submerged. In the city of Tarazona, located in the northeastern province of Zaragoza, a whopping 100mm of rain fell in just one hour on 11 July, overwhelming drainage systems and prompting a red alert along the Ebro River, which runs through the city. The downpour has left parts of the city waterlogged, with video footage showing cars submerged and roads turned into temporary rivers. Spain's State Meteorological Agency (AEMET) has since issued storm and hail warnings across 25 provinces, with eight locations - including popular tourist hubs like Barcelona, Girona, and Tarragona - placed under orange-level alerts. The storms have been particularly disruptive in northern Spain, where the terrain - made up of valleys and ravines - is especially vulnerable to flash flooding. AEMET has warned that regions in Aragon and Catalonia could see as much as 50 litres per square metre of rain in the coming days, reports Chronicle Live . Local emergency crews have responded to over 30 weather-related incidents since last week, including blocked roads, uprooted trees, and flooded buildings. While no injuries or fatalities have been reported so far, the Military Emergency Unit (UME) has been deployed to support rescue operations in towns throughout the Zaragoza province. The severe weather conditions could potentially disrupt holiday plans for many British holidaymakers who are set to visit Spain this summer. Other tourist hotspots such as Alicante and Valencia have also been issued weather warnings, while the Balearic Islands remain on yellow alert. Despite the storms in the north and east, southern and southeastern parts of Spain are experiencing the opposite extreme of sweltering heat. Regions such as Murcia, Alicante, inland Andalusia, and parts of Extremadura are forecast to see temperatures approaching 40 degrees Celsius, marking a stark weather divide across the country. AEMET has released fresh heatwave warnings across Spain, with most of the country under a yellow hot weather warning while some areas are under amber warnings. It comes after Greece was hit with a severe heatwave which has led to one of its biggest tourist attractions closing for the afternoon . The Acropolis was closed from 1-5pm on Tuesday, 8 July, as temperatures soared to 38 degrees in Athens. Tourists have been urged to take care in the hot weather and issued a warning over wildfires. The British Foreign Office said: 'There is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season from April to October. 'Ensure that your mobile phone is registered to receive emergency alerts to be warned of wildfires near your location. Wildfires are highly dangerous and unpredictable.'
