What Makes People Heed A Weather Warning — Or Not?
One social scientist says it's how people interpret these warnings that matters and that "we need to get out there and do a better job of understanding their perspective."
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Deadly Storms Wreak Havoc In Northeast
At least three people in the region, including a child, were killed by trees felled as a powerful squall line moved across the region.
Fatality Reported, Schools Closed As Greensboro Officials Assess Storm Damage
One person has died and significant damage is reported in the aftermath of a tornado that swept through parts of Greensboro Sunday afternoon.
Scientists Say A Fluctuating Jet Stream May Be Causing Extreme Weather Events
A new study says unusual patterns of the polar jet stream circling the Northern Hemisphere may have led to dramatic weather in Europe and North America.
Severe Weather Kills At Least 14 People Across 5 Southern States
People are taking stock of the damage after heavy rain, flooding and tornadoes swept through over the weekend. The American Red Cross is calling it the deadliest start to tornado season in nine years.
Georgia Gov. Declares State Of Emergency As Severe Weather Sweeps Southeast
"These storms have devastated communities and homes in South Central Georgia," Gov. Nathan Deal said in a statement. At least 15 people have died in storms that hit Georgia and Mississippi.
Maryland Town Begins Cleanup After Deadly Weekend Flooding
More than 6 inches of rain in less than three hours created a torrent that swept through downtown Ellicott City over the weekend. At least two people were killed.
PHOTOS: 78 People Dead After Powerful Tornado Slams Into Eastern China
A tornado and hailstorms hit east China's Jiangsu Province, killing at least 78 people. At least 500 people were injured — 200 critically — and search and rescue efforts are ongoing.
Flooding In Texas Kills 6, With More Rain Forecast
The Brazos River has already reached record levels and forced hundreds of people west of Houston to evacuate. Weather experts predict 4 to 5 more inches of rain around Houston through the weekend.
Deadly Tornadoes Wreak Havoc Across The Great Plains
At least two people died Monday in a series of severe storms. Oklahoma was particularly hard-hit.