Winter storm to wallop U.S. this week with heavy rain, blizzards and threat of tornadoes and wildfires

A powerful storm system is expected to produce severe weather for millions of Americans from coast to coast this week, bringing heavy rain and strong winds to California, heavy snow to the Rockies, blizzard conditions to the Plains, thunderstorms and the threat…

‘Diablo wind’ in California could spark fires, lead to power shutdown for 30,000

SAN FRANCISCO − A “devil wind” is coming to northern and coastal California, and it could mean pre-emptive power shutdowns for close to 30,000 households in 30 counties as soon as Thursday, the local power company warns. Tap below to read…

Owner of ‘Trooper,’ dog abandoned amid Hurricane Milton, now faces felony animal cruelty

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Tuesday said the owner of an abandoned dog now known as “Trooper,” who captured hearts during Hurricane Milton, was identified and will face prosecution for aggravated animal cruelty. Tap below to read the report from Kyla A…

Tracker: Invest 94L become Tropical Storm or Hurricane Nadine? What Florida should know

Invest 94L in the Atlantic has potential to become the next named storm of the season, but Florida may avoid direct impacts. Tap below to read the report from the Palm Beach Post for Yahoo News.

How to apply for FEMA aid after Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Washington — The federal government provides a variety of assistance programs for people impacted by disasters like the two major hurricanes, Helene and Milton, that recently hit the Southeastern US. To get access to the funding, people must submit an application…