A major warming trend will affect over 200 million people this week as above-average temperatures spread eastward. The jet stream pattern will drive temperatures 20 to 30 degrees above normal, with the 60s reaching as far north as Chicago and the Northeast finally getting in on the warmth. Numerous record highs are possible Monday and Tuesday, with temperatures reaching the 70s across the Plains and from Boston to Atlanta by Wednesday, and 80s in southern Texas. Watch for the latest on this widespread warmup.

February does actually bring tornadoes, usually across the South. Warm, moist air begins to creep north from the Gulf and can help bring the ingredients for tornado producing severe storms. Meteorologist Rob Shackelford breaks down why and where.

While this spring outlook may not see much in terms of change right away, a shift is coming that may make millions very happy. We break it down below.

As Milan hosts the Winter Olympics, southern Italy is battling catastrophic flooding. Firefighters in Cosenza pulled off 50 water rescues in a single day after the Busento River burst its banks, forcing families and pets to evacuate by raft. Meanwhile, 300 firefighters in Sardinia worked overnight clearing fallen trees and helping secure a ship torn from its moorings by extreme winds. This is the reality of extreme weather hitting Italy's infrastructure at the worst possible time.

As winter temperatures turned Long Island’s Great South Bay into a frozen landscape, beautiful drone footage captured a trio of swans in flight. In breathtaking slow motion you can see their power and grace and witness how nature guides them to what they need.