After tornado outbreaks in the U.S., could Canada see similar storms?
In the past week, the country has seen more than 100 tornadoes, a number that is about the average amount seen in Canada annually.
Canada
3 hours
Tornadoes kill at least 2 including 1 child in Oklahoma
Dozens of reported tornadoes have wreaked havoc in the United States since Friday, with flood watches and warnings in effect Sunday.
U.S. News
Apr 28
Dramatic video shows tornado-like winds near Quesnel, B.C.
The wind was so strong a large crate with a wooden railing was blown off the roof of a building and onto Eric Eriksson's employee car.
Weather
Apr 10
Severe storms in U.S. spawn potential tornadoes, kill at least 1 person
One of the hardest-hit areas was northeastern Oklahoma, where a strong weather system containing heavy rains produced three suspected tornadoes.
U.S. News
Apr 2
Tornadoes hit 4 Great Lakes states, leaving trail of destruction
Nearly two dozen confirmed or suspected tornadoes in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio littered roads with fallen trees and branches.
U.S. News
Feb 28
California braces for flooding – again – as another wet winter storm hits
The latest in a series of wet winter storms gained strength in California early Monday, with forecasters warning of possible flooding, hail, strong winds and even brief tornadoes.
U.S. News
Feb 19
Be prepared: Winnipeggers should plan ahead for emergencies, experts say
It's Emergency Preparedness Week, and local experts are reminding Winnipeggers to plan ahead.
Canada
May 7
Chasing clear skies, eclipse watchers head to Quebec’s Eastern Townships
Canadian cities from Niagara Falls, Ont., to Gander, N.L., are preparing to welcome visitors hoping to spend a few minutes plunged into darkness.
Canada
Apr 4
U.S. storm buries the West in snow, while flooding the East
The storm washed out roads and took down trees and power lines in the northeast and followed a day of tornadoes in the South and blizzards in the Midwest and northwest.
U.S. News
Jan 10
Category 6 hurricanes? Storms becoming so strong we might need new category
Climate change is making hurricanes so powerful and destructive that some scientists believe we need a new category to classify these worst-of-the-worst storms.
Weather
Feb 6
B.C. fire-generated tornado confirmed by experts in Gun Lake area
Experts with the Northern Tornadoes Project said the severe weather event in August 2023 was the first fire-generated tornado they have recorded.
Environment
Dec 23, 2023
Location, location, location: Why experts say climate risk should also factor into where you live
There is a growing need to include information about climate-related weather risks in real estate listings in Canada. The information is currently not easy to access.
Economy
Jan 25
The 10 most expensive years for weather, natural disaster in Canada: insurance bureau
2023 ranks among the top five worst years on record in insured damage from extreme weather events, the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) said, but it wasn't the worst.
Environment
Jan 8
‘Beverly Hills, 90210’ star Ian Ziering attacked by bikers in Los Angeles
Ian Ziering said he was stuck in traffic when his car was 'aggressively' approached by a group of bikers in what he described as an 'unsettling confrontation.'
Entertainment
Jan 2
Mixed feelings as Manitoba’s gas tax holiday begins
Most gas stations in Winnipeg are hovering around $1.15 a litre. Some welcome this discount at the pumps, but climate activists say the money could be put to better use.
Economy
Jan 2
2023 in photos: A look back at some of the biggest moments of the year
As 2023 comes to a close, Global News has compiled photos of the biggest moments of the year, which saw its fair share of natural disasters, demonstrations and conflicts abroad.
Canada
Dec 30, 2023
10 British Columbia stories that made international headlines in 2023
The province made headlines around the world throughout the year for a variety of reasons, including whacky wildlife, crime, disaster, and more.
Trending
Dec 27, 2023
Wildfires, floods and smoke: Canada’s top 2023 weather stories
Environment Canada unveiled its top weather stories for 2023. The presenting climatologist said human caused-climate was partially to blame and said more extreme weather will come.
Weather
Dec 20, 2023
Saskatoon morning news rewind: Tuesday, Dec. 19
Here's a look back on who was on 'Global News Morning Saskatoon' for Tuesday, Dec. 19.
Canada
Dec 19, 2023
Talks ‘derail’ in lease dispute between Uxbridge Township and Heritage Railway
A lease dispute between Uxbridge Township council and the owners of York-Durham Heritage Railway has left the future of the holiday favourite in question.
Canada
Dec 20, 2023