Tropical storm warning issued for South Florida; flooding possible
The National Hurricane Center predicts that rainfall up to 10 inches is possible in South Florida, including the Florida Keys.
Atlantic Hurricane Season
What to know about the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season
It's expected to be another above-average hurricane season. Here's what you need to know to be ready.
Agatha could bring "life-threatening" flash flooding, forecasters say
A record-setter when it made landfall along Mexico's Pacific coast, Agatha quickly weakened into a tropical storm but still poses possible lethal danger, forecasters say.
Hurricane Agatha makes landfall in Mexico
This is the earliest a Category 2 storm has made landfall along Mexico's Pacific Coast.
Agatha becomes first hurricane of 2022 season
Agatha is "forecast to be near major hurricane strength when it reaches the coast of southern Mexico on Monday," the National Hurricane Center said.
NOAA forecasts above-average Atlantic hurricane season
The forecasted period could be the seventh consecutive above-average hurricane season.
2021 Atlantic hurricane season was the most expensive on record
There were 21 named storms in the Atlantic Ocean this year, including seven hurricanes.
Pamela forecast to intensify into hurricane with life-threatening flooding
The tropical storm is expected to be "near major hurricane strength" by the time it makes landfall, the National Hurricane Center said.
Hurricane Sam "has peaked in intensity," no landfall expected
National Hurricane Center says the small but powerful storm is expected to fluctuate in strength over the Atlantic for a few days before weakening.
Ida's remnants pound Northeast, killing at least 45
The remnants of Hurricane Ida caused torrential rain, devastating floods and tornadoes.
Ida causes widespread damage along Louisiana coast
Search and rescue operations are underway after Hurricane Ida slammed the Louisiana coast, leaving about one million homes and businesses without power.
Tropical Storm Grace drenching Haiti as quake death toll tops 1,400
The extremely heavy rain was only adding to the misery of Haitians struggling to deal with the effects of Saturday's 7.2 magnitude temblor.
Fred could dump heavy rain on Florida, forecasters say
The National Hurricane Center says the former tropical storm may strengthen. CBS News forecasters say it could bring torrential downpours and flooding to Florida.
Tropical Storm Fred could hit U.S., forecasters say
It was approaching the Dominican Republic after just missing Puerto Rico. Forecasters warned its heavy rains could cause dangerous flooding and mudslides.
Atlantic hurricane season may be busier than first thought
Officials are forecasting 15 to 21 named storms instead of the 13 to 20 it predicted in May. Hurricane season lasts through the end of November, with its peak running from mid-August to mid-October.
Elsa makes landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast
Tropical Storm Elsa made landfall along Florida's Gulf Coast, bringing heavy rain and powerful winds. Officials are warning residents of possible power outages across the state. CBS News correspondent Mireya Villarreal has more from Holmes Beach on Anna Maria Island, Florida. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli is tracking the storm and he joined CBSN's Tanya Rivero with the forecast.
Elsa takes aim at Florida's Gulf Coast
Millions of people are under the threat of Tropical Storm Elsa as it approaches Florida. Landfall is expected early Wednesday along the Gulf Coast. CBS News meteorologist and climate specialist Jeff Berardelli gave CBSN's Tanya Rivero an update on the storm's track.
NOAA predicts above-normal 2021 Atlantic hurricane season
The U.S. could be in for another active hurricane season in the months ahead.
Humans, not nature, may be changing Atlantic hurricane cycles
Scientists thought the decades-long cycle of active and slower hurricane seasons was a natural pattern – but new research suggests otherwise.
The record-shattering 2020 hurricane season, explained
Like so many other aspects of 2020, the Atlantic hurricane season hurled one shocking event after another.
At least 20 dead after Hurricane Iota slams Nicaragua coast
Iota was the second Category 4 storm to hit Nicaragua's Caribbean coast in two weeks.
Tropical Storm Eta hits North Carolina with deadly flooding
At least four people are dead, dozens were rescued and several are unaccounted for after the tropical storm slammed the South.
Eta dumps torrents of rain on Florida; man electrocuted
Tropical Storm Eta dumped torrents of blustery rain on Florida's west coast as it moved over the state after making landfall north of the Tampa Bay area.
Eta weakens to tropical storm as Florida braces for second hit
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis issued an expanded emergency declaration to include 13 counties along or near the Gulf Coast.
Theta forms, breaking record for most named storms in a season
This is storm number 29, breaking the record of 28 tropical storms set in the memorable season of 2005.
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