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.

Camp Mystic told to revise emergency plans to reopen
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According to our partners at FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth, every summer camp in Texas that submitted their emergency plans has been ordered to revise them if they want to renew their licenses to operate this summer. This includes Camp Mystic, where 27 young girls and staffers were killed in flooding last summer. The camp continues to face scrutiny for the handling of their response to the floods. LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Molly Hennessy-Fiske, a national reporter with The Washington Post based in Texas, as health officials say the camp has not met necessary safety requirements. 

Map: The fastest-warming US states revealed

A new analysis reveals just how much the U.S. has warmed since the first Earth Day, showing dramatic temperature increases across every state and nearly every major city.

Disaster aid approved for seven states, others wait for a decision

Federal disaster relief is starting to flow as the White House approves major disaster declarations for seven states, yet multiple other regions remain in limbo after a series of severe storms and floods dating back to last year.

Early predictions for 2026 hurricane season
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LiveNOW’s Andy Mac is speaking with Joe Martucci, from “Cup A Joe Weather and Drone” as forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) say they will be utilizing updated cone graphics for forecasting during the 2026 hurricane season. This comes as researchers at Colorado State University are predicting a somewhat below-average 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, running from June 1 to November 30, with 13 named storms according to their calculations. 

Florida man’s wild attempt to save car from hail goes viral: "I’d rather go down trying"

A Florida man isn't letting a little ice storm wreck his wallet. Palm Bay resident Manny Rosado sacrificed himself to save his car from a burst of heavy hail and the hilarious moment was caught on camera.

Hawaii continues to recover after historic flooding
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We are getting the latest updates as flood concerns remain across much of Hawaii. This comes as clean up efforts continue after torrential rainfall from major storms led to life-threatening floods last week. According to our partners at Fox Weather, homes were destroyed after massive amounts of water rushed across the North Shore of Oahu. This event reportedly triggered a Flash Flood Emergency early Friday. LiveNOW’s Mike Pache is speaking with FOX Weather Correspondent Robert Ray as he continues his coverage from Hawaii. 

Major heat wave shatters record highs in Southwest
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A heat wave continues to bake the Southwest United States, with no relief in sight for the rest of the week. "This big dome of high pressure is just anchored over the Southwest, continuing to produce this offshore flow, warming up the atmosphere 20 to 30-plus degrees above normal," explained meteorologist Maria Quiban with our partners at FOX 11 Los Angeles. Several parts of Southern California and Arizona not only broke daily records, but in some communities, it was the warmest March day on record. 

Watch: Pilot lands helicopter on flooded vehicle, saving men and dog

A daring helicopter rescue saved two men and their dog stranded on a flooded vehicle in Australia’s Northern Territory as dangerous storms triggered major flood warnings.

Tornadoes rip through Chicago-area, NW Indiana, killing 2 and leaving widespread damage

At least four tornadoes from a powerful supercell tore across parts of Illinois and Indiana Tuesday, killing two people in Lake Village, injuring others, damaging homes and infrastructure, and producing destructive hail across the region.

Tornadoes, dangerous storm system slam Midwest
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A large, dangerous tornado touched down in Illinois on Tuesday, reportedly leaving heavy damage. According to our partners at FOX 32 Chicago, the tornado was part of a severe storm system that eventually moved into parts of northwest Indiana. The twister was eventually seen moving into Newton County, Indiana. FOX Weather is reporting that a dangerous storm system has been threatening the Midwest and parts of the Southern Plains today.