Hurricane season can get pretty confusing when it comes to terminology - we get it. From a cluster of thunderstorms, to a ...

When a hurricane threatens the United States, a lot of attention is focused on the path and the wind speed. Storm surge can be just as important to monitor, because it can quickly cause extreme ...

A watch vs. a warning . Both hurricane and tropical storm watches are issued when one is possible somewhere in the area, but not guaranteed. They are typically issued within 48 hours of the ...

Category 1 hurricanes are the most common type of hurricane. They are typically small, with winds of 74-95 mph. Category 1 hurricanes can still be dangerous, however.

Hurricane and tropical storm warnings are more serious and are announced when one or the other is expected in that area. These are typically issued within 36 hours of their anticipated arrival.

Hurricane Ida aftermath: Here's how climate change is making hurricanes more devastating. ... "The people that live on the Gulf Coast of the United States can expect more of this type of thing, ...

Hurricanes aren't getting worse in frequency, ... but scientists have noticed a shift in the types of damage happening in major storms today: Rain.

The National Hurricane Center is urging journalists to focus less on storm hype and more on the overlooked dangers that actually kill people ...