Victim ID'd in deadly lightning strike at Florida beach that killed 1, hurt 3 others

A man died after being struck by lightning while in the water at Fort Myers Beach, according to authorities. The incident also sent three family members to the hospital.

Lake Geneva boat capsized, 3 children dead after storm hits area

Three children died on Geneva Lake after a boat overturned during severe weather that caused "massive damage" across Walworth County on Friday.

France-Paraguay set to be hottest World Cup match yet

Weather forecasters predict this weekend’s World Cup knockout round clash between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia could be the hottest match of the 2026 tournament so far.

World Cup fans brace for weather phenomenon known as 'heat dome'

A threatening heat dome will engulf the central and eastern U.S. this week with heat index temperatures — which combine air temperature with humidity — soaring into the triple-digits in some areas.

Three firefighters killed in Colorado-Utah wildfires
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We are learning more this week after a wildfire burning near the Colorado-Utah border claimed the lives of three firefighters and injured two others who had huddled inside emergency shelters to escape the blaze. The firefighters were reportedly battling the Snyder Fire in Mesa County, Colorado, on Saturday when they were caught in a burnover incident. According to the U.S. Department of the Interior, the names of the firefighters have not yet been released, pending notification of their families. 

Dangerous heat dome grips East Coast before July 4th
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We are watching this week as millions of Americans are trying to stay cool as temperatures are expected to soar to above average levels across the country. According to Fox Weather, experts are now predicting that a massive ridge of high pressure will build across the Central and Eastern U.S. late this week. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is learning more about the potential impacts that the heat dome could bring with Bryan Putnam, a meteorologist with the NOAA NWS Weather Prediction Center. 

Record-breaking extreme heatwave moves across Europe
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We are learning the latest as a record-shattering summer heatwave is hitting Europe as a massive heat dome locks sweltering temperatures over the continent. According to our partners at Fox Weather, many major cities sit in the high 90s and triple digits. Officials are continuing to issue urgent safety warnings as extreme conditions turn deadly. LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with meteorologist Andrew Markowitz to learn more about the driving force behind the extreme weather. 

Europe record heatwave turns deadly after 40 drownings reported in France

A record-breaking heatwave that is sweeping across Europe has killed 40 people in France so far, according to French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu.

Americans expected to pay more to cool homes this summer, new research finds

Staying cool this summer is about to become an expensive necessity for Americans with residential cooling expenses soaring for the average family to use their air conditioning units, according to a new report.

Strong storms possible for UFC Freedom 250 event
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We are watching this weekend as the D.C. region is on weather alert with heat, humidity, and an approaching cold front that could bring strong storms later in the day. The severe weather could potentially affect evening plans for fans heading out to watch UFC Freedom 250. LiveNOW's Andy Mac speaking with Chris Strong, a Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service for a look at the weather forecast outside the White House. 

Heat map: Here's who's least likely to have air conditioning

As summer temperatures climb, new Census Bureau data reveals that access to air conditioning isn't equal across all counties.

UN says next five years to smash heat records

A new report from the United Nations weather agency gives a 75% chance that the next five years will see higher temperatures, underscoring the rapid pace of climate change.

Cars stuck in Atlanta flash flooding after heavy rain
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LiveNOW’s Shawna Khalafi is speaking with Rob Dirienzo from our partners at FOX 5 Atlanta as flash flooding hit multiple motorists on the Downtown Connector in Atlanta on Wednesday afternoon, reportedly forcing state troopers to shut down the highway. The Georgia Department of Transportation monitored traffic cameras that showed vehicles attempting to drive through deep floodwaters along Interstate 75 at Baker Street. 

WATCH: Video shows moment EF-3 tornado rips through Mineral Wells

Dramatic video in Mineral Wells captured the moment an EF-3 tornado ripped through the North Texas suburb during Tuesday's severe weather.