Weather

Experts believe Irma's destructive impact on the state will be unprecedented and widespread

In an era of catastrophic weather, institutions—like agencies that manage storm barriers—as well as infrastructure must be redesigned

Observers warn it could be one of the most infamous storms in Atlantic hurricane history

Forecasters depend on satellites and flights to track hurricanes—but balloons add crucial precision  

Both Harvey and Irma intensified due to perfect storm conditions

A veteran of New Orleans and San Antonio hospitals talks about health challenges in the wake of Harvey and Irma

Here’s how Irma compares with Katrina, Patricia, Haiyan and other record holders

Using insurance industry models, researchers determined that wetlands prevented some $625 million in damages due to Hurricane Sandy. Christopher Intagliata reports.

The threat from the Category 5 storm has shuttered the world’s second-largest radio telescope until further notice

If Irma makes landfall, it will be the first time in recorded history that two hurricanes Category 4 or higher hit the U.S. in a single season

Peroxides at a Texas plant, owned by the company Arkema, are “one small step away from ignition”

A lack of clean drinking water, the spread of disease and mosquito breeding grounds are just some of the potential problems