Significant ice storm impacts Somerset, Pennsylvania
A significant ice storm impacted Somerset, Pennsylvania, on February 6, 2025, leaving roads coated in ice, stranding vehicles, and causing power outages.
Ice storm topples hundreds of trees, causing power outages in central Virginia, U.S.
A severe ice storm hit the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Piedmont region of central Virginia on Thursday, February 6, 2025, causing damage, road blockages, and power outages due to falling trees. Freezing rain accumulations in Madison County ranged from 4 to 11 mm (0.15 to 0.45 inches).
Two dead in the aftermath of atmospheric rivers sweeping through California
At least two people have been reported dead in Sonoma County due to the storms triggered by atmospheric rivers that have been affecting the region since January 31, 2025, leading to landslides and house collapses across the region.
Brief EF-1 tornado hits Hart County, Kentucky
A brief EF-1 tornado swept through Hart County, Kentucky on February 6, 2025, blowing off roofs of buildings and sending debris over 180 m (590 feet) away. The tornado downed multiple trees and powerlines, causing power outages and forcing school closures in the area.
Morgan County reports significant damage and loss of life after destructive storms hit East Tennessee
A violent storm system tore through Morgan County, Tennessee on the night of February 6, leaving widespread destruction, injuries, and loss of life, particularly in the Deer Lodge area. NWS issued multiple Tornado Warnings across eastern parts of the state, including the Knoxville area.
Heavy rains set new records in San Francisco, triggering floods and landslides, California
Two atmospheric rivers have battered the U.S. West Coast since January 31, 2025, bringing record rainfall to San Francisco and triggering landslides and flooding across California. At least one person was hospitalized.
Back-to-back winter storms to impact U.S. Midwest and Northeast
Two winter storms are set to sweep across the U.S. Midwest, Great Lakes, and Northeast starting February 5, 2025, impacting millions with power outages and treacherous icy roads, prompting several Ice Storm Warnings and Winter Weather Warnings.
Japan sets new national 12-hour snowfall record with 1.29 m (4 feet) in Hokkaido
A record-breaking 1.29 m (4 feet) of snow fell in Obihiro, Japan, within just 12 hours on February 4, 2025, setting a new national record for 12-hour snowfall and leaving cars stranded in deep snow.
Rare polar vortex split forecast for February 2025 could bring prolonged cold to North America
A significant cold outbreak is forecast for mid-February 2025 as a Sudden Stratospheric Warming (SSW) event splits the polar vortex, with one of its cores expected to move into North America.
Long-duration atmospheric river brings heavy rain and snow across California
A long-duration atmospheric river (AR) continues to impact Northern California, bringing heavy precipitation, with two additional moisture pulses expected before it dissipates on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
