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A severe storm caused over 450 flight cancellations and delays at Atlanta's Hartsfield-Jackson Airport, disrupting holiday travel plans during the busy Fourth of July period, with Delta Airlines most affected and airport operations impacted by weather-related safety measures.
A severe storm with tornado-force winds struck Rome, NY, causing extensive damage to homes, businesses, and iconic buildings, including toppling a church steeple and shattering windows. A state of emergency was declared, and most of the city lost power. Governor Kathy Hochul pledged state support for recovery efforts.
Texas residents in the Fort Worth area were urged to seek shelter as an "extremely dangerous" storm with winds up to 80 mph and large hail approached. The National Weather Service issued severe thunderstorm and tornado warnings for multiple counties, warning of potential serious injury and significant property damage. The storm follows a month of severe weather in Texas, including deadly tornadoes and flooding.
A severe storm with tornado warnings hit Bowling Green, KY, causing extensive damage to a home on Allen Michael Lane, downing trees, and resulting in significant power outages affecting 20,000 customers. No injuries have been reported. Crews are working to restore power.
A tornado in Greenfield, Iowa, captured by storm chaser Reed Timmer's drone, caused significant damage to a wind farm, snapping a wind turbine in half and destroying a total of 10 turbines. MidAmerican Energy and Vestas US reported no injuries, but the storm marked an unprecedented impact on their wind operations.
A powerful storm system is expected to bring heavy rain, large hail, and possible tornadoes to the southern US, affecting over 30 million Americans from eastern Texas to Mississippi. The storm disrupted air travel, caused power outages, and led to the early end of the Texas Eclipse Festival. The risk of severe weather is forecast to extend to central Georgia, the Florida Panhandle, and other areas, prompting Texas Governor Greg Abbott to mobilize state resources in preparation for potential flood, tornado, and storm damage.
City officials hastily evacuated hundreds of migrant families from a tent shelter at Floyd Bennett Field in Brooklyn to a nearby high school during a severe storm, drawing criticism from homeless rights advocates and migrants. The sudden move disrupted families and drew ire from local parents, with some migrants describing the chaotic and stressful experience. The evacuation came as evictions began for migrant families staying in a Manhattan hotel, and the city faced backlash for its handling of the situation. The use of the public school as a temporary shelter sparked controversy, with some residents and right-wing commentators expressing anger, while homeless rights advocates criticized the lack of appropriate shelter for families with children.
A passenger plane at the Aeroparque Jorge Newbery airport in Buenos Aires was blown away by 100mph winds during a severe storm, crashing into a staircase and causing damage to the aircraft. The incident resulted in the cancellation of 100 flights, with many others experiencing delays and rescheduling. The storm, which also caused fatalities and widespread damage in Argentina and Uruguay, led to the intermittent closure of airports due to electrical activity.
Two tornadoes with preliminary EF-1 ratings swept through the Birmingham metro area in Alabama, causing damage in Homewood, Mountain Brook, and Cahaba Heights. The first tornado track stretched from near the Wildwood shopping center to Samford University, while the second track went from near Brookwood Mall to Mountain Brook and Cahaba Heights. No injuries have been reported so far, and storm surveys are planned for other affected areas. The public is encouraged to report any additional damage to assist with documentation and insurance claims.
Seven tornadoes struck Michigan in less than three hours during a severe storm, causing widespread damage including downed trees, damaged homes, and flipped semis. The tornadoes ranged in strength from EF-0 to EF-2 and affected several counties. While not a historic tornado outbreak, the storm resulted in a significant number of power outages, with nearly 230,000 people still without power. The National Weather Service attributed the tornadoes to a combination of a cold front moving into a moist and unstable airmass, creating a "derecho-type event" with strong winds.
The Washington D.C. area is under a flood watch until 8 p.m. and a severe thunderstorm watch until 9 p.m. as storms with heavy rain and lightning move inside the Beltway. The primary concern is that areas hit by flooding yesterday could experience more flooding today. The storms are expected to develop west and southwest of the Beltway, with a risk of locally damaging wind gusts, large hail, and isolated tornadoes. It is advised to stay alert, seek shelter if a storm warning is issued, and avoid traveling during severe weather warnings.
A severe storm caused significant damage in Montgomery County, with dozens of power lines and trees collapsing as a result.
Maine is under a severe storm threat on Thursday, with damaging winds, flooding, and tornadoes all possible. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
Denver and the Front Range are bracing for one more day of potential severe thunderstorms, including golf-ball-sized hail, damaging wind, and tornadoes. The National Weather Service warns of the most intense risk between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m., with the potential for tornadoes mostly south and east of the city. There is also a risk of heavy rain causing flooding in already saturated areas. However, drier weather is expected to arrive on Sunday, with temperatures reaching the 80s and isolated showers bringing more sprinkles than heavy raindrops.
Approximately 25,000 customers are still without power after a severe storm hit the area, according to CWLP. Restoration efforts are underway to address the power outage.