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Chicago area cleans up, dries out after record rains flood basements, streets

Sunday’s storm dropped as much as 9 inches of rain in some places. Chicago’s Northwest and West sides were hard-hit.

Chicago Sun-Times

Millions swelter under extreme heat as climate crisis tightens grip on US – as it happened

Heat dome of high pressure hovers over Louisiana, Texas and Oklahoma as thousands remain without power in Chicago with heavy rains knocking down trees and power lines

The Guardian - US

Chicago rain totals from Sunday already past average for month of July, weather service says

The average for the month of July is 3.7 inches and some areas of the metro area, from Berwyn to Chicago’s Garfield Park, saw over 8 inches.

Chicago Sun-Times

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Heavy rains flood Chicago roads and force a downtown street race to be cut short

The National Weather Service warned flooding could be "life-threatening," with numerous impassable roads, overflowing creeks and streams and flooded basements across the Chicago area.

WEKU

Excessive heat warnings remain in many areas of US through Monday

Excessive heat warnings remain in place in many areas across the U.S. and are expected to last at least through Monday

The Independent UK

Denver had its rainiest June in the last 150 years

Denver residents just experienced the rainiest June in the city in at least the last 150 years, according to the National Weather Service at Boulder.

The Denver Post

Nearly 9 inches of rain reported in some areas as record-setting storm stops trains, closes highways and floods homes

By Monday morning, all expressways were open, Metro was running on all lines and only a stretch of the CTA Pink Line between Pulaski and 54th/Cermak was closed. And NASCAR was able to finish the Grant Park 220 race, though 25 laps fewer than planned.

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Parts of California under excessive heat warning with temperatures up to 108 expected

Southern California's quintessential summer weather has finally arrived, and along with it excessive heat warnings and heat advisories for large swaths of the region.

Los Angeles Times

California Heatwave map: Extreme heat, soaring temperatures and severe storms to hit

An intense heatwave grips the US, prompting excessive heat warnings, as severe thunderstorms and heavy rain track eastward and air quality alerts are issued by the National Weather Service

Daily Mirror

Haze, heat and storms are affecting summer festivities in many parts of the U.S.

The nation’s midsection is heading into the July Fourth weekend and instead of enjoying the start of summer people are facing smoky haze, high temperatures and powerful derecho winds that knocked out power to hundreds of thousands of residents

The Independent UK

Climate change causing wildfires

While Canadian wildfires devastate North America, other parts of the country are experiencing record heat waves

Salon

Extreme heatwaves continue to grip US as millions under heat and air quality alerts – as it happened

Smoke from Canadian wildfires drifts south into US cities as Texas grapples with record-breaking temperatures

The Guardian - US

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The Independent UK

What is a heat dome and why is it making Texas so unbearably hot?

It’s excruciatingly hot in North Texas, and a weather phenomenon called a “heat dome” is to blame.

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Daily Mirror

US’ DEADLIEST beach kills seven people in under two weeks including three in one day

According to authorities, Panama City in Florida saw three separate 'fatal water incidents' in one day and just on Tuesday former NFL quarterback Ryan Mallett died aged 35 after drowning in a rip tide

Axios

Texas sets new power use record as dangerous heat sweeps southern U.S.

Texas grid operator warns the power use record will likely be broken again today amid surging demand for air conditioners.

Zenger

June Sees Uptick In Tornadoes Across US, Deadliest Year Since 2011

More tornadoes reported in 2023 compared to last year, with June being unusually stormy, according to AccuWeather.

Los Angeles Times

Triple-digit heat wave set to sizzle California, stoking fire fears this holiday weekend

Much of California is expected to bake this weekend as the first major heat wave of the summer will send temperatures into the triple digits in several regions, stoking fears of wildfires sparked by Fourth of July festivities.

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Chicago Sun-Times

Chicago’s air quality on Tuesday was the world’s worst

Conditions were expected to improve as winds push the mass south overnight into Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service. Those with respiratory issues were warned to stay indoors or wear masks.

The Independent UK

Was that actually a tsunami that hit Florida? Not the kind you're used to

A meteotsunami was recorded in Clearwater Beach, FL on June 21 as a line of thunderstorms tracked onto the coast

The Guardian - US

Texas governor signs bill rescinding water breaks as deadly heat grips state

Measure will nullify local ordinances that provide workers protection from devastating, triple-digit temperatures

Zenger

Postal Worker Dies On Route Amid Extreme Heat

Eugene Gates Jr., a 40-year USPS veteran, collapsed in Dallas as temperatures reached triple digits

Zenger

New National Hurricane Center Director Aims To Improve Communication Of Storm Risks

Mike, who has witnessed severe weather events, wants to highlight life-threatening conditions and expand storm surge products.

The Texas Tribune

In tornado’s aftermath, Perryton residents refuse to see their town wiped from the map

Three people died, and part of the remote Panhandle town was destroyed. Its residents immediately set forth on the long road to recovery.

Daily Mirror

Texas Matador tornado kills 4 people and injures scores more in 'unprecedented' disaster

A line of severe storms produced multiple tornadoes in Texas, killing at least three people and causing a trail of significant damage

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