National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

The count doesn't yet include Tropical Storm Hilary's damages in hitting California and a deep drought that has struck the South and Midwest. read more >

The U.S. is expected to end the winter months with 25% more natural gas than it had in storage at the same point last year. read more >

They insist their balloons fly too high and are too small to pose a threat to aircraft and that government officials are overreacting. read more >

Although scientists say climate change is raising temperatures and making droughts more common and intense, a weather expert says this latest drought affecting the central United States is more likely a short-term weather phenomenon. read more >

The memo directs 21 federal departments and agencies to better share information, coordinate enforcement actions such as sanctions and visa restrictions and promote best practices among international allies. read more >