Texas regulators have flagged multiple safety deficiencies at Camp Mystic, site of last year’s deadly floods, requiring corrections before the camp can reopen this summer. The camp must address gaps in emergency planning, evacuation procedures, and parent notification to gain approval.
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A tornado struck Enid, Oklahoma, Thursday night, damaging homes and forcing the closure of Vance Air Force Base. Officials reported no fatalities and minor injuries as emergency crews continue recovery efforts.
Tornadoes and severe storms swept through the Midwest Friday, causing widespread damage but no reported deaths. Communities in Illinois, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Oklahoma are beginning recovery amid ongoing severe weather threats.
A loud boom heard across northeastern Ohio and parts of Pennsylvania on Tuesday morning was caused by a meteor, according to the National Weather Service (NWS). Witnesses reported a bright fireball streaking across the sky, and satellite imagery detected a green flash consistent with a meteor event over Cleveland. This incident follows recent meteor sightings in Ohio, and authorities continue to monitor and investigate these occurrences.
A series of tornadoes swept through the Midwest and southern Plains, causing extensive damage and at least two deaths, with the hardest hit area being Lake Village, Indiana. In Illinois, particularly Kankakee County, tornadoes destroyed homes and infrastructure, prompting emergency responses, shelter openings, and a state of emergency declaration. The National Weather Service issued multiple tornado watches and warnings across several states, while power outages, flooding, and school closures compounded the severe weather’s impact.
Hawai‘i’s Kīlauea volcano on the Big Island produced towering lava fountains up to 1,300 feet high during its 43rd eruption episode, prompting park closures and road restrictions due to falling volcanic fragments and ash. The eruption remains confined within the summit crater, but ashfall warnings and safety measures have been issued to protect residents and visitors from respiratory and infrastructure hazards. Authorities have responded by closing affected areas, opening a shelter, and maintaining a high alert level as the volcano continues its active and hazardous activity.
A severe storm system has been wreaking havoc across parts of the Midwest and South in the United States, bringing torrential rains and life-threatening flash floods to regions already devastated by tornadoes. Tennessee, Arkansas, and Missouri have experienced significant damage, with homes destroyed and widespread power outages affecting over 116,000 customers. Forecasters warn of continued heavy rainfall through Sunday, with emergency services prioritizing safety and recovery efforts in the hardest-hit areas.
Crews on Long Island, New York, were actively battling multiple brush fires, exacerbated by low humidity and strong winds, as highlighted by a special weather statement from the National Weather Service. In response, Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency in Suffolk County to mobilize resources and coordinate efforts, particularly in the Pine Barrens area. While fires in Center Moriches, East Moriches, and Eastport were extinguished, efforts continued to contain the fire in Westhampton, with local fire departments and emergency services working collaboratively to manage the situation.