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One killed as twisters hit Arkansas

March 12, 2010

Twisters strike parts of Arkansas, killing one, injuring at least three and destroying a handful of homes.

After slow start, tornado season under way

March 12, 2010

Forecasters say a wetter-than-usual winter and a jet stream ripping over the part of the country known as "Tornado Alley" could lead to an active spring.

'Extreme' 2010 hurricane season possible

March 12, 2010

Five hurricanes, two or three of them major, are expected to strike the U.S. coast this season, private forecaster AccuWeather.com said Wednesday.

Video: A national look at the next 3 days

March 12, 2010

Three-day forecast for the entire US, updated each morning and afternoon. (Other)

Rain, warmth could spark Midwest flood

March 12, 2010

Rains and warmer weather this week could trigger flooding in portions of the Midwest grain belt, prompting concerns of delays to field work ahead of seeding the corn and soy crops.

Avalanche, crashes kill 7 in Germany

March 12, 2010

Heavy snowfall in parts of Germany triggered a deadly avalanche and caused thousands of accidents, leaving at least seven people dead and dozens more injured, police said Sunday.

Video: Globe plagued by wild winter

March 12, 2010

From unexpectedly heavy snow in Europe to a rogue wave in the tranquil Mediterranean, each day seems to bring a new glimpse of extreme – and dangerous – conditions. NBC’s Stephanie Gosk reports. (Nightly News)

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