Tropical Storm Francine forms in Gulf of Mexico, forecast to strengthen into hurricane: NHC

Tropical Storm Francine has formed in the Gulf of Mexico, becoming the sixth named storm of the hurricane season a day before the official peak of the season, the NHC reported.

Tropical system expected to strengthen near Mexico and Texas and bring heavy rains, forecasters say

A tropical system in the southwestern Gulf of Mexico was expected to strengthen this week into a tropical storm and dump heavy rains onto Mexico and Texas before reaching the U.S. as a potential hurricane, the National Weather Service said Sunday.

Strong storms, lightning possibly to blame for Cartersville church fire

Strong storms wreaked havoc in Cartersville late Thursday night. Trees were blown over and there were several fires, including one at a church.

Flash flooding at Havasu Canyon strands hundreds of tourists; Arizona National Guard deployed for rescue

A flash flooding at the Havasu Canyon area has left hundreds of tourists stranded and in need of rescue. Meteorologists with the National Weather Service said the area received an inch to two inches of rain within the timespan of an hour to an hour and a half.

Watch: Connecticut home collapses amid historic flooding

A Connecticut house collapsed on Monday following a weekend of historic and unprecedented flash flooding.

Severe thunderstorm warnings, watches issued across metro Atlanta

Both severe thunderstorm watches and warnings have been issued across metro Atlanta Sunday afternoon. Here's what you need to know.

WATCH: Possible lightning bolt causes spark, dirt explosion outside Florida home

Lightning is no stranger to Florida. Earlier this week, a Florida homeowner's security camera appeared to capture a powerful lightning strike, causing a loud boom, and apparently sending dirt flying into the air.

Flooding risks remain in Georgia after Debby

The storm previously known as Hurricane Debby may be gone, but crews are still dealing with heavy flooding left behind in Georgia.

Father drowns trying to save son who jumped into Utah lake to rescue woman in storm

The father was swimming and boating with his 17-year-old son this weekend when thunderstorms impacted Willard Bay State Park near Eagle Beach in Utah, authorities said.

Tropical Storm Ernesto could form next week as forecasters increase chance of development for Atlantic system

Forecasters are shifting attention to a potential tropical threat in the Atlantic Ocean, likely named "Ernesto." This tropical wave is expected to move toward the Antilles by Monday and now has a 70% chance of developing into an organized system.

Northeast prepares for threat of heavy rain and flooding from Debby's remnants

Debby was downgraded to a post-tropical storm Friday, but flooding and severe storm threats are still possible for some regions of the Northeast this weekend.