The Jones Road Fire in New Jersey only started Tuesday morning but it has consumed more than 18square miles. Thousands were forced to evacuate as the fire threatened homes in Ocean County and closed a stretch of one of the busiest highways in the state.

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

Excited for warmer temperatures? Well, don’t get used to them quite yet. Those across the Great Lakes and Northeast will ride the spring temperature roller coaster this week as rain moves in to cool off the above-average warmth. Places like Indianapolis, Detroit, Columbus and Pittsburgh could see high temperatures drop 20 degrees in only a couple of days. Here’s how much the temperatures could swing where you live.

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.

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.