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El Niño Settles In: Quiet Atlantic Season, Wetter South Florida Ahead
NOAA and climate models indicate El Niño will strengthen and likely persist into early 2027, dampening Atlantic tropical development via increased wind shear and forecasting a below-average 2026 hurricane season (CSU projects about 9 named storms, 4 hurricanes). For South Florida, the pattern points to a cooler, wetter, and potentially stormier winter driven by a persistent subtropical jetstream, signaling notable contrasts to the prior winter.
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Chicago's Deep Tunnel Near Capacity After Historic Rainfall
After a soggy start to summer, Chicago's Deep Tunnel is nearly full as the Thornton Reservoir hits 94% capacity (7.4 billion gallons)—the fullest it's ever been—while the McCook Reservoir is also full at 3.6 million gallons, signaling potential river flooding in the south suburbs if capacity is exceeded; the McCook expansion will add 6.5 billion gallons by 2032, and rainfall totals across the region have been record-setting (Midway 11.43 inches since June 1; O’Hare 8.56 inches), with a drier stretch forecast before more storms later in the week.
Tri-State Braces for Flash Flood Threat as NYC Area Faces Heavy Rain and Outages
Storms brought heavy rain and flash flood warnings across the NYC area and tri-state, with the threat winding down this afternoon as the system moves offshore. Suffolk County is the main focus for any additional warnings (possible 2 more inches in isolated spots), while New Jersey and parts of the city saw widespread impacts including power outages, road closures such as Belt Parkway flooding, and a roof collapse at a BJ’s Wholesale Club in Ocean Township. Officials urged caution, advised avoiding flooded roadways, and warned that lingering showers could continue as conditions evolve and the storm exits the region.
Downpour disrupts NYC-area commutes as storms roll through
Heavy rain and thunderstorms drenched New York City and New Jersey, disrupting MTA and NJ Transit service with suspensions and delays on multiple lines; authorities warned of potential flash floods as rainfall could reach up to 3 inches and winds up to 50 mph, while crews cleared catch basins and monitored flood-prone areas and airports reported only minor delays.
Storm-Weakened Roof Gives Way at BJ’s in Ocean Township
Emergency crews responded to a partial roof collapse at BJ’s Wholesale Club in Ocean Township, likely caused by heavy weekend rain; about 20% of the rear roof collapsed, but all 27 staff and customers inside were accounted for and safe. Drivers were advised to avoid Route 35 due to flooding as the area remains a developing situation.
Maryland Under Flood Watch as Heavy Thunderstorms Loom on July 6
Baltimore area remains under a Flood Watch as slow‑moving, locally heavy thunderstorms are expected July 6, following yesterday’s storms that dumped substantial rainfall and produced strong winds in parts of the region; temperatures linger in the 80s, with a marginal risk of severe weather, and showers are forecast to develop this afternoon and continue through the week.
East Coast Heat Wave Turns Deadly as Storms Threaten Floods
A weeklong East Coast heat wave has killed at least 25 people, with most deaths in New Jersey (22), as 40 million people are under heat alerts and 18 July Fourth record highs were set from Washington to Baltimore. Heat indices are expected to reach 100–105°F, while weekend storms bring damaging winds and flash flood risks; millions are without power and 2–8 inches of rain are forecast through Monday. Temperatures are expected to ease later this week.
Powerful Typhoon Threatens US Pacific Islands, Triggers Emergency Warnings
A 'very dangerous' super typhoon is approaching US Pacific islands, prompting meteorologists and officials to issue warnings for damaging winds, heavy rain, and potential flooding; residents are urged to follow official guidance, secure property, and prepare emergency supplies and shelter as authorities monitor the storm’s path.
Pittsburgh Weather: Afternoon Storms Raise Localized Flood Risk
Heavy rain and storms in the Pittsburgh area are likely to cause localized flooding this afternoon, though the overall severe threat is lower than Saturday; isolated showers may linger tonight with fog, and another round of slow-moving storms Monday could extend the flood risk, while Tuesday–Wednesday look drier with highs in the 80s and lows in the 60s.
Heatwave leaves over 842,000 homes in the dark as US endures scorching heat
A sweeping heatwave across the Midwest and Northeast has knocked out electricity to more than 842,000 homes, with total outages approaching a million as crews race to restore service amid record heat. The strain on the grid comes as heat indexes reach 110–115°F in some areas, prompting the cancellation of Independence Day parades/events and disrupting travel (Amtrak), while sparking national debate over energy infrastructure, renewables vs. nuclear, and how best to bolster resilience against climate change.
Bavi Reaches Cat 5, Aims at Saipan and Tinian as 2026's Third Major Typhoon
Typhoon Bavi rapidly intensified into 2026’s third Category 5 storm, reaching about 160 mph and threatening the U.S. Northern Mariana Islands (Tinian and Saipan) with catastrophic winds; JTWC forecast a peak near 175 mph before an eyewall replacement cycle may weaken it, with landfall near the Marianas possible this weekend. After passing the islands, Bavi is expected to move west-northwest toward Taiwan or China by July 10–11. The event occurs in a warming-El Niño–driven regime that has seen more Cat 4–5 tropical cyclones globally.