Severe Weather

An EF2 tornado touched down in Seminole County, crossing over the FOX 35 News studios in Lake Mary, as fast-moving severe storms pushed across Central Florida on Monday morning.

The US government will stop sharing air quality data from its embassies and consulates, citing funding cuts. Scientists warn the move will hinder global air pollution research and leave many nations without reliable data.

Avalanche danger remains considerable at Turnagain Pass, where this avalanche occurred about 45 minutes south of Anchorage. Three backcountry skiers are believed to be buried in 40 to 100 feet of snow.

There is a chance for light flurries this afternoon and evening, and wind chills are expected to dip below zero - again.

Another winter storm is unleashing its fury across the central U.S., bringing heavy snow and ice to portions of the Plains and Midwest, forcing officials to close state offices and schools and prompting warnings to delay travel if possible.

As a winter storm approaches, Chicagoans are stocking up on supplies.

The Salvation Army Harbor Light facility in West Humboldt Park is operating as a 24-hour warming shelter amid freezing temperatures in Chicago. 

President-elect Donald Trump will take the oath of office indoors due to the freezing temperatures expected during his inaugural ceremonies.

As California battles the massive Palisades Fire, its sheer size puts the historic Great Chicago Fire of 1871 into perspective.