US Midwest
Coverage of US Midwest in the Nexus archive.
- Severe storms cut power supply to 540,000 homes in US midwest
Severe storms caused power outages across the US midwest, cutting supply to about 540,000 homes and businesses. Indiana was identified as the hardest-hit state, reporting over 267,000 outages due to severe thunderstorms and wind.
- Heavy smoke from wildfires is darkening skies from the US Midwest to the East Coast, in photos
Heavy smoke from wildfires darkened skies across the U.S. Midwest and East Coast, reducing visibility and posing health risks. The article features a photo gallery from AP photo editors.
- More Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds US midwest, mid-Atlantic and north-east
Smoke from Canadian wildfires in Ontario has spread over the US midwest, mid-Atlantic, and northeast, affecting 109 million people with hazardous air quality. Cities like Chicago and Detroit reported an air quality index of 361, prompting health advisories to reduce outdoor activity.
- Heavy smoke from wildfires is darkening skies from the US Midwest to the East Coast, in photos
Heavy wildfire smoke darkened skies across the U.S. Midwest and East Coast, reducing visibility and prompting health warnings about outdoor air quality. The smoke spread from the Great Lakes to parts of the East Coast, creating dangerous breathing conditions.
- Canada fires prompt US air quality alerts as smoke blankets major cities
Smoke from over 800 fires in Canada has caused air quality alerts in the US, affecting cities like Toronto, New York, and regions in the US Midwest and Great Lakes.
- Canadian wildfire smoke brings hazardous air to the US Midwest
Canadian wildfire smoke has caused hazardous air quality in the US Midwest and Northeast, affecting over 115 million Americans. Cities like Detroit and Chicago face the most severe air quality, with smoke expected to spread further this week. Extreme heat and a heat dome are exacerbating the situation by concentrating smoke near the ground.
- Canadian wildfire smoke turns air hazardous in the US Midwest. Officials say stay inside
Heavy smoke from Canadian wildfires has turned air hazardous in the U.S. Midwest, with officials advising people to stay indoors. The smoke reduced visibility for commuters from the Great Lakes to parts of the East Coast.
- Canadian wildfire smoke turns air hazardous in the US Midwest. Officials say stay inside
Canadian wildfire smoke caused hazardous air quality in the U.S. Midwest and parts of the East Coast, reducing visibility and prompting health warnings. Detroit's air quality ranked among the worst globally, with officials urging residents to stay indoors and limiting outdoor activities in cities like New York.
- Plug-in batteries kept NYC renters cool during record heat wave
Plug-in batteries helped New York City renters stay cool during a record heat wave. Mayor Zohran Mamdani urged residents to set air conditioners to 78°F to reduce strain on the city's power grid.
- White South African refugees fall foul of Republican driving rules in US midwest
White South African refugees in the US Midwest face challenges due to restrictive and costly driving rules. These restrictions target immigrants, including those prioritized by President Trump for admission under a 2022 refugee resettlement program.
- Texas tornado kills at least one person as wildfires still rage in parts of Georgia
A powerful tornado in northern Texas killed at least one person and injured six others on Saturday night, as extreme weather continued to impact the US south and midwest. Wildfires also raged in parts of Georgia, compounding the region's ongoing disaster risks.
- Tornadoes and heavy winds destroy homes and roads across US midwest
Tornadoes and heavy winds caused significant damage to homes, buildings, and rural roads across the US Midwest, though no deaths were reported. Officials warn residents to prepare for a prolonged recovery in affected communities.