Maps show more severe storms forecast for central U.S. after days of tornadoes, flooding

The threat of strong tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds and flash flooding is returning to the central U.S. Friday evening into the start of the weekend — after a brief break in intensity, forecasters say. More than 51 million are under the threat of severe weather Friday evening from Texas to Wisconsin, and most of … Read more

First major 2026 Atlantic hurricane forecast predicts slightly below-average season

Fewer storms than usual may develop during the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, researchers say, as climate patterns seem poised to favor slightly below-average activity compared with a typical year. That prediction anchors the latest annual hurricane forecast from Colorado State University’s Tropical Cyclones, Radar, Atmospheric Modeling and Software team, which was released Thursday. The team … Read more

Maps show forecast for extreme heat wave scorching the West

A long-duration heat wave is taking shape over the western half of the U.S. and forecast to stick around in the days ahead. A high pressure system in place over the West is keeping precipitation out, which is also allowing for record heat across a large region. Triple-digit temperatures are forecast in the Desert Southwest … Read more

What’s the mortgage interest rate forecast for March 2026?

Average mortgage rates may fall in March if the Treasury yield declines and economic and jobs data improves. Getty Images/iStockphoto Mortgage rates have changed a lot in recent years. At one of their highest points, in October 2023, 30-year fixed rates climbed to 7.79%, which pushed millions of would-be buyers out of the market. Since … Read more

Maps show winter storm forecast to bring up to 2 feet of snow, blizzard conditions to East Coast

More than 40 million people are under blizzard warnings Monday as a historic winter storm strikes the East Coast with heavy snow and fierce winds. In many parts of the Northeast it is forecast to be the biggest winter storm in nearly a decade, with up to 2 feet of snow expected in some areas … Read more