Storms brought heavy rain to New Orleans on Monday and flash floods quickly swamped roads across the metro area at the height of the evening rush hour. Drone video captured just how widespread the flooding got in Gretna and neighborhoods along the West Bank.

Our latest temperature outlook through August shows an area of persistent heat in the West, while a wetter summer may keep temperatures in check in the East.

A 30-year-old snowboarder from Monaco got an icy surprise when he hit the slopes in Niseko, Japan. Watch this video to see the moment he dropped into a cavern filled with water, warning – his language is probably NSFW.

Experts warn that outdoor events - from concerts to festivals to ball games - are increasingly vulnerable to deadly threats like tornadoes and lightning, putting certain crowds at higher risk. These are the venues that should pay attention.

Ladybugs don’t usually creep out most people, but you might change your mind when you see how millions of the tiny beetles have been swarming parts of southern Australia. Watch this video to learn what may be causing the invasion.