Flood Watch in effect 2-11 p.m. Thursday; heavy storms could cause flash flooding in low-lying Baltimore neighborhoods.

An Extreme Heat Watch covers large parts of Southern California July 14–16, with inland triple-digit highs expected. Officials urge hydration, cooling plans and extra care for workers and vulnerable people.

State and county officials say nurseries, landscapers and composters in West Hawaiʻi must complete BIISC training and hold DAB compliance agreements before moving mulch or potted plants.

Thurston County reinstated a county‑wide burn ban on July 8, halting yard‑waste and land‑clearing fires through Oct. 15. Approved campfires and grills remain allowed.

Wichita approved nearly $10 million to test treating wastewater to drinking-water standards with a small pilot plant, a step officials say will build long-term water resilience.

Colorado State University sharply lowered its 2026 Atlantic forecast Wednesday, cutting Gulf Coast odds for a major hurricane; officials say one storm can still be devastating.

A wildfire near Cheyenne Mountain State Park triggered a 1.5‑mile pre‑evacuation and a 10 a.m. media briefing from the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.

Silvery schools of dead fish were found floating in Fells Point near Bond Street Wharf; authorities say heat‑driven low oxygen is the likely cause and investigations are underway.

Muggy morning with highs near 91°F today in St. Louis. Stronger thunderstorms possible Thursday–Saturday with heavy rain and localized flooding risk.

A Fourth‑of‑July picnic at Olive Branch City Park turned dangerous when a fallen tree crashed into a pickup. A mother and her 13‑year‑old daughter were treated for minor injuries while crews clear the park.

St. Louis County confirmed its first heat-related fatality after a heat wave pushed conditions into the danger zone. Officials point to cooling centers and urge extra care for older residents.

Spotted lanternflies have turned up across multiple Tennessee counties this week. State officials urge Tennesseans to photograph, report and destroy any they find.

Hot and humid today with highs near 93°F and scattered afternoon storms possible. City cooling sites and boating cautions are in effect.