Tropical Storm Lee forecast to become 'extremely dangerous' hurricane
The storm is likely to reach hurricane status soon, but it is too early to assess its potential impact.
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Brazilian state reels after its worst cyclone disaster
At least 21 people die in the state of Rio Grande do Sul, with more flooding expected.
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Typhoon Haikui: Dozens injured after storm sweeps Taiwan
Haikui was the first big storm to directly hit the island in four years, lashing the south-east.
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Madrid residents told to stay at home as torrential rain sweeps across Spain
MADRID Madrid's mayor on Sunday advised all residents to stay at home as the capital braced itself for
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Hong Kong hunkers down as super typhoon Saola approaches
HONG KONG Hong Kong braced for the arrival of super typhoon Saola on Friday as authorities raised the
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Florida takes stock in Storm Idalia's aftermath
More than 440,000 people are still without power as Idalia, now a tropical storm, moves into Georgia.
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Hurricane Idalia's destruction, in pictures
Hurricane Idalia has hit Florida and is now crossing into Georgia, with nearly 280,000 people without power.
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Texas power grid operator issues energy conservation appeal for Wednesday
The Texas power grid operator ERCOT (Electric Reliability Council of Texas) issued an appeal to residents calling for
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Hurricane Idalia: What is a storm surge and why is it deadly?
Hurricane Idalia could bring "catastrophic" waves to coastal areas. A super moon could make things worse.
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What’s the Difference Between Hurricanes, Cyclones, and Typhoons?
Depending on where they originate, these destructive storms go by different names.
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Tropical storm Idalia places Florida on alert for major hurricane
People in low-lying coastal areas are warned to seek higher ground as Tropical Storm Idalia intensifies.
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Texas grid operator appeals for conservation as heat wave persists
By Katharine Jackson WASHINGTON Texas' electric grid operator asked residents and businesses to conserve energy on Sunday as
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