• Explosive cyclogenesis in the NW Pacific Ocean

    A low pressure system in the Northwest Pacific Ocean has deepened 58 hPa in 24 hours ending January 10, 2019, producing hazardous conditions across the Pacific. 58 hPa in 24 hours is more than double the threshold (24 hPa in 24 hours) for 'explosive…

  • Major winter storm to impact the central and eastern U.S.

    A slow-moving winter weather system will produce hazardous travel conditions across the Midwest through tonight, and into the Mid-Atlantic this weekend. 15 – 30 cm (6 to 12 inches) of snow is forecast in the Midwest, with 5 – 15 cm (2 to 6 inches) in the…

  • ‘Unprecedented’ sandstorm hits Thurso, Scotland

    A severe storm hit Scotland on January 7, 2019, producing what Thurso locals described as 'unprecedented' sandstorm. According to residents, until a few months ago, the sand never made its way into the town, not even during the worst storms. However, a…

  • Massive dust storm hits New South Wales, turns sky dark red

    A massive dust storm swept over parts of New South Wales, Australia on January 8, 2019, turning the sky dark red and causing thousands of homes to lose power. BOM spokeswoman said the cause of the Mars-like conditions were strong winds produced by a thunderstorm….

  • Rare January tornado hits Ohio’s Trumbull County

    An EF-1 tornado touched down just northeast of Champion Township, Ohio on January 8, 2019. While there were no injuries or fatalities, tornadoes in this part of the country during the month of January are very rare. According to data provided by the NWS, the…