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CTV News
a day ago
- Climate
- CTV News
Hurricane Iona forms after rapidly strengthening in the central Pacific Ocean, no threat to Hawaii
This image shows the forecast path for Hurricane Iona. Source: National Hurricane Center MIAMI — Forecasters said Iona rapidly strengthened into a hurricane Monday morning in the central Pacific Ocean. Hurricane Iona has maximum sustained winds of 75 mph (120 km/h) making it a Category 1 hurricane. The center of the storm was 895 miles (1,440 kilometres) southeast of Honolulu. No watches or warnings were in effect for the storm, which is far from land, but Iona is expected to strengthen more over the next couple of days before weakening around the middle of the week. THIS IS A BREAKING NEWS UPDATE. AP's earlier story follows below. Tropical Storm Iona formed in the central Pacific Ocean and is expected to continue trekking toward the west over warm, open waters well south of Hawaii. Iona emerged Sunday from a tropical depression and was about 915 miles (1,473 kilometres) southeast of Honolulu, the U.S. National Hurricane Center in Miami said. The storm was forecast to become a hurricane by Monday night, but currently poses no threat to Hawaii. No coastal watches or warnings were in effect. The storm has maximum sustained winds of about 50 mph (80 km/h). It was moving in a generally westward direction at about 12 mph (19 km/h). Iona is the first named storm of the hurricane season in the central Pacific. It was forecast to weaken starting Tuesday. The Associated Press
Forbes
2 days ago
- Science
- Forbes
Northern Lights Could Be Visible From These 8 States Sunday Night
The northern lights have a moderate chance to appear for viewers in the northern United States on Sunday night, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration predicted, coinciding with meteor showers potentially visible in the summer night skies. The aurora visible over Fairbanks, Alaska in March. Anadolu via Getty Images Forecasters at NOAA issued a Kp index of three out of nine for Sunday night, meaning the aurora could become 'brighter' with 'more auroral activity (motion and formations).' The aurora was likely much more active Saturday night due to the presence of a geomagnetic storm, NOAA said, but several states in the Upper Midwest and Alaska could still see auroral activity on Sunday night. Meanwhile, the Piscis Austrinid meteor shower is expected to peak in the early morning hours of Monday morning. NOAA's viewing line for Sunday night. NOAA Much of the Upper Midwest is within Sunday night's viewing range, including North Dakota, parts of Montana, northern Minnesota and Wisconsin, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Alaska has the potential for northern lights Sunday, as well. Small slivers of northeastern Washington and northern Idaho are also within the viewing range, according to NOAA. Between 10 p.m. and 2 a.m., according to NOAA. The aurora is brightest and most active during the hours around midnight, according to forecasters. Viewers hoping to catch a glimpse of the northern lights should try to move toward the magnetic north pole and away from cities and other sources of light pollution. What Else Could I See Tonight? The aurora borealis coincides with several major meteor showers actively taking place in the summer skies, including the annual Perseid meteor shower that began on July 17, although that shower is not expected to peak until August. Stargazers could also catch a glimpse of the Piscis Austrinid meteor shower, which will peak overnight, or the Southern Delta Aquariids, which will peak Tuesday.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Philadelphia weather: Severe weather moving across region with heavy rain, damaging winds
The Brief Temperatures will climb into the mid-90s on Friday with added humidity that will make it feel like triple digits. An Extreme Heat Warning has been issued for Philadelphia, and a Heat Advisory is in effect for the suburbs. Pop-up storms could bring periods of heavy rain Friday evening. PHILADELPHIA - After several mild summer weather days, the excessive heat has returned. Additionally, severe weather could be a factor for some Friday night. Forecasters expect temperatures to rival record highs in the city on Friday with added humidity that will make it feel even hotter. The muggy conditions will set the stage for pop-up storms on Friday night with additional chances Sunday. What we know The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Philadelphia and the suburbs in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. Forecasters expect temperatures to reach the mid-90s on Friday with added humidity to make it feel like the triple digits. Scattered thunderstorms with periods of drenching rain, frequent lightning and damaging wind gusts are pushing through the region Friday evening. The National Weather Service has issued a region-wide Severe Thunderstorm Watch until 9 p.m. Severe Tunderstorm Warnings are being issued as the severe conditions move from the northwest to the southeast. What's next The mugginess will continue on Saturday with highs nearing 90 and partly sunny skies. Temperatures will return to the 80s on Sunday with another chance of pop-up storms. What you can do Stay up-to-date on the incoming storms and the holiday weekend forecast by downloading the free FOX LOCAL app. Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Heat advisories and warnings issued for Southeast and Midwest as temperatures and humidity soars
Extreme Weather Heat Tennessee It's always hot in the summer in the U.S. Southeast, but even by the standards of Florida and the Carolinas, the steamy heat wave on tap for the region Saturday into the coming week is a little extreme. The National Weather Service issued heat advisories for a large swath of the East Coast from central Florida to Virginia through much of the weekend. Highs in the upper 90s F (mid 30s C) were forecast for central Florida, with heat indexes reaching 105 degrees F to 110 degrees F (40.6 C to 43 C). The outlook was similar up through Georgia and the Carolinas into Virginia. Extreme heat warnings were out for much of eastern North Carolina, as far inland as Raleigh, and extending into a corner of South Carolina, including Myrtle Beach. Forecasters warned of dangerously hot conditions with temperatures approaching or exceeding 100 F (38 C) in some areas on Sunday and heat indexes up to 115 F through Sunday evening. 'Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. the weather service advised. "Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed.' The weather service said several major metropolitan areas in the Southeast — including Raleigh and Charlotte in North Carolina, Greenville-Spartanburg in South Carolina, and Atlanta in Georgia — were expected to face an extreme heat risk for several days, with minimal overnight relief. It said over 30 million people would likely be affected at the peak of the heat wave through midweek. A hot, humid weekend was also in store for the Midwest. Extreme heat watches were out for eastern Nebraska, western Iowa and southern Minnesota. Heat indexes were expected to reach 96 F (36 C) on Saturday and go even higher on Sunday in Minnesota. And an extreme heat warning was out for the St. Louis, Missouri, area through Tuesday evening, with highs around 99 F (37 C) and heat indexes around 110 F forecast for Monday and Tuesday. Parts of Iowa were hit by storms Saturday morning that dumped between 2 and 5 inches (5 to 13 centimeters) of rain in some areas and triggered flash flood warnings.
Daily Mail
22-07-2025
- Climate
- Daily Mail
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane weather: Huge 4,000km rain band set to drench millions of Australians this week
Up to three-quarters of Australia's population will be drenched by a 4,000km rain band this week as a low-pressure system hurtles towards the east coast. The tropical low and associated cold front is due to cross the southeast on Tuesday, after sending temperatures plunging in South Australia on Monday. Forecasters say millions from Tasmania all the way up to the Cape York Peninsula will be soaked by the enormous rain band this week. The low is expected to deliver a 'decent amount of rain' to every state and territory in Australia between now and the weekend, according to Weatherzone. Forecasters say large parts of New South Wales and Queensland will be drenched, with powerful winds to impact SA, Victoria and Tasmania. Predictions of widespread falls between 10mm and 40mm in central Queensland and NSW are forecast between Friday and Monday. Central Queensland could record up to 100mm of rain, with Brisbane and Townsville, in the state's far north, also receiving a rare soaking. The Victorian SES has advised people to make adequate preparations ahead of the powerful winds and take precautions while driving. Damaging wind gusts are expected to average from 65 to 90km/hour, with peak gusts of 125km/hour in elevated areas such as Falls Creek and Mount Hotham. Blizzards have also been tipped in the state's alpine regions. A second low pressure system is expected to bring widespread rain across the eastern half of Australia between Friday and Sunday. The rain will be 'heavier and more widespread' than the current system due to the influence of a large northwest cloud band, Weatherzone said. Perth shivered through a 3.2C morning on Tuesday, five degrees below its July average. Other regions saw temperatures fall to record lows, including a maximum temperature of 13.9C at Red Rocks Point, its lowest in six years. Another cold burst will follow in WA's capital on Wednesday going into Thursday. Perth Wednesday: Showers. Possible storm .Min 8C. Max 17C. Thursday: Showers easing. Min 5C. Max 14C. Friday: Partly cloudy. Min 3C. Max 15C. Adelaide Wednesday: Showers. Min 8C. Max 15C. Thursday: Partly cloudy. Min 8C. Max 17C. Friday: Rain. Min 8C. Max 13C. Sydney Wednesday: Shower or two. Min 12C. Max 19C. Thursday: Sunny. Min 8C. Max 18C. Friday: Partly cloudy. Min 6C. Max 19C. Melbourne Wednesday: Shower or two. Min 7C. Max 14C. Thursday: Mostly sunny. Min 6C. Max 15C. Friday: Showers increasing. Min 6C. Max 14C. Hobart Wednesday: Possible shower. Min 8C. Max 13C. Thursday: Partly cloudy. Min 5C. Max 13C. Friday: Mostly sunny. Min 4C. Max 14C. Canberra Wednesday: Morning frost. Partly cloudy. Min 1C. Max 12C. Thursday: Morning frost. Sunny. Min -4C. Max 13C. Friday: Frost. Late shower or two. Min -4C. Max 13. Brisbane Wednesday: Showers. Min 13C. Max 22C. Thursday: Sunny. Min12C. Max 22C. Friday: Partly cloudy. Min 10C. Max 22C. Darwin Wednesday: Sunny. Min 19C. Max 31C. Thursday: Cloud clearing. Min 21C. Max 31C.
