Multi-vehicle pileups shut down Interstates 35 and 80 in Iowa
A winter storm triggered multiple-vehicle crashes on major Iowa highways on March 5, 2025, resulting in the closure of sections of Interstates 35 and 80.
Storms claim 3 lives and injure 6 in Mississippi
Severe storms swept through southern United States claiming at least 3 lives in Mississippi leaving 6 injured on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.
EF-1 tornado strikes Irving, Texas, leaving trail of damage
An EF-1 tornado struck Irving, Texas, early on March 4, 2025, damaging homes, businesses, and infrastructure. The tornado tore through apartment complexes, snapped utility poles, and displaced hundreds of residents.
Seven tornadoes strike Oklahoma and Louisiana
Seven tornadoes were reported in Oklahoma and Louisiana on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, as severe storms moved over the region. The twisters ripped roofs off homes, destroyed outbuildings, and damaged numerous trees.
Lava fountains reach 180 m (600 feet) in new eruptive episode at Kilauea, Hawai’i
Episode 12 of the ongoing Halema’uma’u eruption began at 07:30 LT (17:30 UTC) on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, with sporadic lava flows from the north and south vents. Continuous fountaining reached heights of 150–165 m (490–540 feet) by 00:20 UTC on March 5 and is expected to increase further. The eruption is part of the ongoing activity that started on December 23, 2024. The USGS maintains the Volcano Alert Level at Watch and the Aviation Color Code at Orange.
Tornado Watch issued for parts of Texas as storms move through Dallas-Fort Worth
A Tornado Watch remains in effect on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, for areas east of the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex in Texas as a line of strong storms moves across the region. The storms are expected to clear the area by midday, after which a Red Flag Warning will take effect for Killeen in Central Texas. Strong, dry winds following the system—forecast to reach 40—55 km/h (25—35 mph) with gusts up to 80 km/h (50 mph)—will increase fire weather risks, shifting the primary hazard from severe storms to the potential for rapid fire spread.
Red Flag Warning issued for all of South Texas
A Red Flag Warning is in effect for South Texas from San Antonio to Port Mansfield, along with a Wind Advisory, both of which will remain in effect through much of Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Dry winds following a passing cold front will create dry conditions conducive to critical fire weather over the region.
Dust storm triggers 23-car pileup near Roswell, New Mexico
A severe dust storm caused multiple crashes near Roswell, New Mexico, on Monday, March 3, 2025, including a 23-vehicle pileup on southbound Highway 285. Reports indicate at least 2 people have been severely injured and transported to a nearby health care center.
Two storm systems to hit California with rain and snow
Multiple mid-level shortwave troughs are expected to bring heavy rain and mountain snow to Central and Southern California from March 5 to 7, 2025. Forecasters warn of localized flash flooding and significant winter storm impacts, particularly in higher elevations.
Severe weather outbreak expected March 4 in Lower Mississippi Valley and Mid-South
A powerful storm is forecast to sweep through the central U.S., bringing in severe weather through mid-week as it moves from the Southern and Central Plains to the Great Lakes Region from Monday through Wednesday, March 3–6, 2025. A more significant severe weather outbreak is expected on Tuesday, March 4, in the Lower Mississippi Valley and Mid-South, with threats of strong winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Slight Risk (level 2 of 5) for parts of the Southern Plains today, while an Enhanced Risk (level 3 of 5) is in place for Tuesday and Wednesday across the Lower Mississippi Valley.
