Hurricanes Vs. Tornadoes: Which Event Has Faster Wind Speeds & How Do We Know?

When extreme weather hits, which storm actually packs the fastest winds? Discover how hurricanes compare to tornadoes and how ...

America’s Forgotten Tornado Apocalypse Left 500 Dead. Scientists Say It Could Happen Again.

The midwestern U.S. is the epicenter of tornadoes on Earth, but the spring of 1896 showed the world just how powerful these cyclones can be.

Weather tracker: Wisconsin hit by rare tornado and meteotsunami

Unusual atmospheric phenomenon causes widespread damage in US state, while heat continues to grip Europe ...

4 tornadoes confirmed in south, west suburbs as residents clean up extensive damage across area

At least four tornadoes touched down in the Chicago area on Monday, the National Weather Service confirmed.

Tornadoes confirmed in Lansing, Hazel Crest, Harvey and Homewood

The National Weather Service identified tornadoes in Lansing, Hazel Crest, Country Club Hills, Markham and Orland Park.

Terrifying moment tornado rips through city sending locals fleeing as super typhoon leaves 11 dead in China

THIS is the terrifying moment a violent tornado rips through a Chinese city forcing residents to flee for their lives. A super typhoon has swept through parts of the country, causing flash ...
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What’s a ‘naked swirl’? How wind shear is contributing to Tropical Storm Bertha’s demise

Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall less than 50 miles away from the heart of New Orleans on Wednesday afternoon, yet local ...

Big Bertha not likely: Florida impact forecast for tropical storm

Tropical Storm Bertha is a low-grade Florida threat but still has surge, rain and tornado risks, our meteorologist says.

The biggest weather risk for homeowners? It's no longer hurricanes.

Severe "convective" storms account for roughly a third of global natural disaster economic losses, a new study finds.