On May 25, 2025, Hawaii’s Kīlauea volcano launched a jaw-dropping eruption, sending lava over 1,000 feet into the sky—nearly the height of the Empire State Building. The eruption lit up the Halemaʻumaʻu crater with molten fountains, ash, volcanic glass, and toxic vog, marking one of the most dramatic displays in recent memory. Here's the explosive science behind the spectacle and why it could happen again.

On May 15–16, 2025, a deadly tornado outbreak ripped through the Midwest and Southeast, spawning 29 tornadoes, issuing 7 tornado emergencies, and claiming 28 lives. From Kentucky to St. Louis, the skies turned savage — but what caused this explosion of storms? Weather Nerdy breaks down the science behind the chaos in our signature style.

A rare “atmospheric river” is soaking Florida this weekend, but what exactly is it—and why are we hearing about them more often? From sky rivers to climate change, we break down what’s happening and why it matters.