What makes thunderstorms so dangerous in Central Texas?
Spring can bring together all the ingredients for a perfect storm, creating lightning and hailstones. But how do these storms turn into such dangerous events?
Are tornadoes going to be more common in Central Texas?
Carissa Lehmkuhl spoke with meteorologist Carlo Falco to learn more about tornadoes, including a breakdown of the why's, how's, and what to expect from tornadoes going forward.
Bell County partners with United Way for 2-1-1 tornado assistance
Beginning May 6, the 2-1-1 helpline can be used both by residents looking for support and by volunteers and donors looking to contribute.
Watch vs. Warning: Here are the differences between these weather terms that could save your life
Let’s take a closer look at the difference between advisories, watches, warnings and emergencies. Knowing these terms can help you prepare for severe weather.
New Mexico governor asks Biden to declare disaster for wildfire
New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is asking President Joe Biden to declare a disaster as firefighters scramble to clear brush, build fire lines and spray water to keep the largest blaze burning in the U.S. from destroying more homes.
Insurance policy likely won’t cover a natural disaster, unless you update it
While many people have homeowners insurance, there is one major problem experts say they see and that is gaps in coverage.
Benefit concert, dinner raises funds for families affected by Salado tornado
A benefit concert and dinner was held in Salado to raise funds for those affected by the EF-3 tornado that ripped through the town just weeks ago.
Risk of large wildfires in West Texas, Panhandle due to minimal rainfall
Texas A&M Forest Service has reduced the State Preparedness Level to Level 3 as the result of increased moisture across much of the state, as well as the decrease in wildfire activity and commitment of state and local resources to fires.
Wildfires erupt out West, prompting evacuations and emergency declarations
Wildfire has become a year-round threat in the West given changing conditions that include earlier snowmelt and rain coming later in the fall.
Ex-fire chief killed in Nebraska wildfires, 15 firefighters hurt
Wildfires sweeping through Nebraska killed a retired fire chief and injured at least 15 firefighters this weekend.
How to prepare for floods ahead of rainy season in Texas
Floods are likely to occur during springtime and early fall, the rainiest seasons in Texas. Here's how to get prepared for flooding.
Tornado survivor shows storm shelter in Salado
When the devastating EF-3 tornado struck southern Bell County, Hatton gathered his family and neighbors and went for the storm shelter in his backyard.
'This is where the healing begins': Salado pastor holds Easter service at destroyed church
Despite his church being destroyed by a tornado, one Salado pastor held Easter service on a slab of concrete where the building once stood.
Crews working to restore power to Bell County community following EF-3 tornado
When the tornado tore through the area, it destroyed most of the power lines, leaving more than 500 homes without power, according to county officials.
25 injured, 76 buildings lost due to tornado in Bell County
Gov. Greg Abbott spoke in Salado about the state's response to the severe weather and tornadoes that tore through the area.
Volunteers helping Salado residents clean-up following EF-3 tornado
A call center has been set up in Salado. Volunteers are matching donations of time, labor and resources with home and business owners' needs.
Experts travel to Texas to measure, 3D scan large hailstone found in Salado
After Gina Brown found a huge haillstone in her backyard, she preserved it in her freezer so experts could travel to Texas to 3D scan and measure the stone.
Salado church damaged by tornado still planning on holding Easter Sunday service
A Salado church is still planning on having their Easter Sunday service after a tornado swept through the community.
Historic size? National Weather Service to study large hail found in Texas
After posting about the 5.5-inch hailstone on social media, the National Weather Service contacted her and asked Brown to preserve it, so they can study it.
Watch: Storm chaser video shows moment lightning strikes car during Iowa tornado
A storm chaser in Iowa captured a “once in a lifetime” video of lightning striking his friend’s car during a tornado.