Reflecting on the selfless heroism shown during the Texas floods – CBS News Watch CBS News As Americans grapple with the tragedy and aftermath of the devastating floods in Texas, “CBS Evening News” co-anchor Maurice DuBois reflects on how everyday people joined together to help their neighbors in their darkest hours. Be the first to…
The search for people still missing after flash floods devastated Central Texas has entered a fifth day, with death tolls from various counties collectively topping 100 and expected to climb. At least 109 people are confirmed dead as of Tuesday afternoon and over 100 people remain unaccounted for, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said during a…
Search continues for dozens after Texas floods, at least 79 dead with more severe weather expected – CBS News Watch CBS News Victims are trying to salvage what they can as officials search for more than 40 missing people amid deadly, catastrophic flooding in Texas. CBS News’ Jason Allen and Maurice DuBois report on the…
Thousands of motorists were stranded for more than eight hours along a section of rural interstate highway in southern West Virginia early Friday after a mudslide caused by heavy rains blocked a storm drain the previous night, flooding and completely shutting down the northbound lanes. Traffic backed up for 12 miles along the West Virginia…
A northern West Virginia region still cleaning up from flash flooding less than two weeks ago was hit with torrential rains that sent creeks over their banks again Thursday night. A flash flood warning was issued for the Wheeling area, about an hour’s drive southwest of Pittsburgh. The National Weather Service said up to 2…
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (WMC) – Clothing retailer Primark is set to open its first Memphis store next month. The location is opening on July 24 at Wolfchase Galleria. According to a press release, Primark officers “an exciting selection of on-trend fashion, everyday essentials, stylish homeware, and beauty favorites, all at Primark’s famously low prices.” Primark is…
Twenty people were injured by a reported lightning strike at a South Carolina lake on Tuesday, fire officials confirmed. First responders assessed eight adults and 12 minors for electrocution after reports of a lightning strike hitting the water, Lexington County Fire Chief Kyle Minick said. Twelve of the patients were transported to local hospitals with…
Storms knock out power across East Coast as heat wave builds – CBS News Watch CBS News Hundreds of thousands lost power after powerful storms swept from North Carolina to New York. Now, record-breaking heat is moving in, with nearly 75 temperature records expected through Monday. Be the first to know Get browser notifications for…
Flash flooding caused by torrential rains in northern West Virginia has killed at least eight people, including a 3-year-old child, officials said. The search and rescue continues, and one person is still presumed missing, Gov. Patrick Morrisey said during a press conference on Wednesday. “This is a very challenging time for the residents of Ohio County,” he…
Flash floods sparked by heavy rain hit parts of Virginia, western Maryland and Pennsylvania on Tuesday, leaving a 12-year-old boy missing in Virginia and forcing elementary schools in rural Maryland to evacuate, authorities said. Severe flooding has left parts of Meyersdale Borough in Somerset County underwater after heavy rains pounded the area on Tuesday. In…