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Miami HeraldThere are 3 systems in the Atlantic basin. One could become Tropical Storm Bonnie soon
The Atlantic basin looks a lot more like late July than late June this week, with two systems under watch and tropical storm warnings in effect for Trinidad and Tobago.
- WFTV
3 disturbances brewing in the Atlantic
Meteorologists are tracking three tropical disturbances brewing in the Atlantic.
- Palm Beach Daily News
Tropics watch: Tropical storm watches, warnings possible as system approaches Caribbean
Will the system in the Gulf of Mexico or a tropical wave approaching the Caribbean become the second named storm of the Atlantic hurricane season?
- The State
Midlands has its most powerful earthquake in an active seven months, geologists report
Since late December, national geologists have reported 32 earthquakes and aftershocks in the town about 20 miles northeast of Columbia. Sunday’s quake was the strongest.
- The Conversation
How many ice ages has the Earth had, and could humans live through one?
During ice ages, ice sheets like the one in Greenland have covered much of Earth's surface. Thor Wegner/DeFodi Images via Getty Images Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. How many ice ages has the Earth had, and could humans live through one? – Mason C., age 8, Hobbs, New Mexico First, what is an ice age? It’s when the Earth has cold temperatures for a long time – millions to tens
- HuffPost
John Oliver Calls Out Developer's 'Monumentally Stupid' Reaction To Drought
The "Last Week Tonight" host hit a developer with a deluge of barbs in a segment on water shortage.
- Good Morning America
Hotter-than-normal temperatures are predicted through the summer: How cities must prepare
Millions of Americans had already been given a taste of sweltering temperatures by the time the summer solstice -- the longest day of the year and the official start of the summer season -- arrived last week. Following back-to-back dangerous heat waves that impacted a large swath of the nation over the past two weeks, much of the country will be bracing for more rounds of intense heat as summer continues. The final days of June and first days of July will likely bring above-average temperatures along the Gulf Coast, with building heat in the West.
- KSAZ
Flagstaff flooding footage; burn scar areas at major risk
Flagstaff is experiencing its first major flood of the year as monsoon season is in full swing. Burn scars from the Pipeline, Haywire and Tunnel wildfires are posing a major risk for businesses and residents.
- KRIV
Tropical Weather Forecast - June 26, 2022
We are expecting a tropical depression in the Atlantic sometime this week. The Gulf of Mexico also needs to be monitored this week for development.
- LA Times
California company to shut off public access to forestland due to wildfire concerns
Sierra Pacific Industries says concerns over drought and wildfire risk are prompting closure of its forests to public access starting July 1.
- Reuters
Villagers cheer Indonesian for capturing big crocodile with rope
Fellow villagers have praised an Indonesian man for capturing a crocodile longer than 4 metres (13 ft) on the island of Sulawesi using just a rope. The giant reptile can be seen in a video being secured around the jaws by Usman, who, like many Indonesians, goes by one name. Usman said it had been roaming the area for at least two days, frightening the inhabitants.
- The Weather Network
Largest river in Guatemala choked by garbage that causes "trash tsunamis"
The plastic industry emits at least 232 million tons of greenhouse gases annually, which is equivalent to the emissions from 116 coal-fired power plants, experts say.
- Idaho Statesman
Man vanishes when current drags him away from another swimmer in Washington river
“Plunging into cold water of any temperature becomes dangerous if you aren’t prepared,” the National Weather Service said.
- The Desert Sun
The drought-parched West wants to take Mississippi River water? Fat chance! Or is it?
Desert Sun readers sound off about water.
- Bradenton Herald
Downpour of heavy rains flooded Bradenton roads and a restaurant with customers inside
Here’s how much rain fell in Bradenton on Sunday, weather officials say.
- BBC
Japan urges 37 million people to switch off lights
Officials have asked people in Tokyo and its surrounding area to turn off lights amid a heatwave.
- AccuWeather
High heat to scorch Northwest early this week, but relief is on the way
After cooler-than-normal weather held in place in the Pacific Northwest during the spring months, the first taste of summer arrived on Friday and Saturday. While the heat has not been as intense as what was felt during the record-shattering heat last year, high temperatures over 15 degrees Fahrenheit above average have been recorded over the past couple of days. AccuWeather forecasters say the heat will continue into early week, but relief will quickly follow. The start of a heat wave was predic
- AZCentral | The Arizona Republic
It's not just a break from the heat: Why an active monsoon is so crucial for desert life
Will the rains start before Sycamore Creek dries up entirely? And if it does, what strategies for survival do the creatures that depend on it have?
- The Desert Sun
Importing water to save the Salton Sea is long overdue. What are we waiting for?
The engineering of water importation should have started with the 2003 agreement that legalized redirecting Colorado River water away from the sea.
- AccuWeather
AccuWeather forecasters release July Fourth weekend weather outlook
The upcoming July Fourth holiday across the country will be hit or miss in terms of the weather, AccuWeather forecasters say, but a prolonged washout that would dampen the entire three-day stretch is not currently expected. Abundant moisture from the Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico will contribute to some afternoon and evening thunderstorms from the interior Southwest to the Southeast states and could interfere with travel and outdoor plans during the holiday weekend. The moisture can also bring sto