• Two atmospheric rivers forecast to bring heavy rain to the Pacific Northwest through early November

    ByTeo Blašković

    Two atmospheric rivers are forecast to affect the Pacific Northwest between October 28 and November 2, 2025, bringing periods of heavy rainfall to western Washington and northern Oregon. The first system is expected to reach AR1 strength, while the second could intensify to AR3 or AR4 as it moves inland later in the week. Hydrologic models indicate notable river rises but no significant flooding at this time.

  • Rare Flash Flood Emergency declared in Lake County after 480 mm (19 inches) of rain, Florida

    ByTeo Blašković

    More than 19 inches (483 mm) of rain fell within a few hours across Lake County, Florida, on October 26, 2025, prompting the National Weather Service in Melbourne to issue a rare Flash Flood Emergency. Severe thunderstorms caused extensive inundation in Central Florida, submerging vehicles and closing roads in Eustis, Mount Dora, and Titusville. Flood Warnings remain in effect along the St. Johns River as additional storms affect the region on October 27.

  • 260 000 customers without power as severe storms sweep through Texas

    ByRishav Kothari

    Severe storms swept across parts of Texas through Friday night, October 24, 2025, leaving over 260 000 customers without power on Saturday morning, October 25. The storms caused significant damage in parts of northern and southeastern Texas, while heavy rainfall triggered widespread flooding across the Houston and Dallas–Fort Worth areas.

  • Hurricane Watches issued for Jamaica and Haiti, heavy rains and life-threatening flooding forecast

    ByRishav Kothari

    A Hurricane Watch was issued on October 23, 2025, as Tropical Storm Melissa approached Hispaniola and Jamaica, bringing the threat of heavy rainfall and life-threatening flooding. The storm is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane by the weekend and possibly a major hurricane early next week, producing heavy rain, flash flooding, and landslides across Jamaica, Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and parts of Cuba.