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U.S. Weather Update 9.27.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 27, 2022 8:48:13 AM


Summary:
Hurricane Ian will bring a life-threatening storm surge along much of the Florida west coast where a Storm Surge Warning has been issued, with the highest risk from Fort Myers to the Tampa Bay region. Hurricane-force winds are expected in west-central Florida beginning Wednesday morning. Heavy rainfall may cause flash, urban, and small stream flooding over Florida this week. Impacted Lanes: I-75 and others


Florida 
Storm Surge and Hurricane Warning remains in effect until Friday evening

  • Wind: 85-105 mph with gusts to 130 mph
  • Wind Impacts: Devastating to Catastrophic. Many roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. Many bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable. Widespread power and communications outages. Structural damage to sturdy billings. 
  • Storm Surge: The potential for 7-10 feet above ground within surge prone areas.
  • Storm Surge Impacts: Flooding of airport runways, roads and other areas along the costal regions of Florida. Surges are the rising of the sea above that of normal tidal patterns. 
  • Flooding rain: 18-24 inches of rain expected
  • Impacts for Flooding rain: Numerous places where flood waters may cover escape routes. Streets and parking lots become rivers of raging water with underpasses submerged. Driving conditions become very dangerous. Numerous road and bridge closures with some weakened or washed out.
  • Heavy Rainfall will increase across the Florida Keys and South Florida Tuesday, spreading into central to northern Florida on Wednesday and Thursday. It will move to the southeast by Friday and Saturday. The heavy rainfall will likely causing flash, urban, and water way flooding such as rivers, streams and canals
  • Roadways: As Florida prepares for Hurricane Ian, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has suspended interstate lane closures and operations on active construction projects within the projected path. Contractors on these construction projects are currently securing work sites, clearing traffic control devices that are not actively being used to direct traffic, and checking drainage systems. At this time, tolls have also been suspended on facilities within the projected path of the storm. See a list of facilities here. For the latest storm information and safety alerts, visit FloridaDisaster.org. For real-time traffic information throughout the state, visit FL511.com.

 


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.26.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 26, 2022 8:31:18 AM


Summary:
There is a risk that Ian will bring dangerous storm surge, hurricane-force winds, and heavy rainfall along the west coast of Florida and the Florida Panhandle by the middle of this week. Flash and urban flooding is possible with rainfall across the Florida Keys and the Florida peninsula through the middle of the week. Residents in Florida should ensure they have their hurricane plan in place. 


Florida 
Hurricane Warning remains in effect until 9 PM EDT Friday evening

  • Today: NE winds 12to 17 mph. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms. 
  • Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Some low-water crossings may become impassable due to rain
  • Ian is expected to be a major hurricane in the eastern Gulf of Mexico during the middle of the week. Later in the week, there is a risk of a life-threatening storm surge, hurricane force winds, and heavy rainfall along the west coast of Florida and the Florida Panhandle. More information will be available in the days to come. 
 

 


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.23.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 23, 2022 8:29:58 AM


Summary:
Large swells generated by Hurricane Fiona are causing life-threatening surf and rip current conditions along much of the East Coast during the next few days while high winds may impact eastern Maine late Friday into Saturday. Gale Warnings, Rip Current Statements, High Wind Watches, and High Surf Advisories are in effect. Impacted Lanes: I-80, Highways: 2,37,56, and 93


Montana
Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 9 AM MDT this morning

  • Visibility below one quarter of a mile in dense fog.
  • Where: Highway 2 Kalispell to Libby, Highway 37 Eureka to Libby, Highway 56 Bull Lake Road, and Highway 93 Eureka to Whitefish.
  • Impacts: Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.

Wyoming
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 3 PM MDT this afternoon

  • West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts of 60 to 70 mph.
  • Where: Interstate 80
  • Impacts: Mainly to transportation. Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles.

Maine
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 8PM EDT Saturday evening

  • Northwest winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
  • Impacts: Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. 

Additional Fog Advisories include but are not limited to: Idaho


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.22.2022

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 22, 2022 8:35:59 AM


Summary:
Across the Four Corners region, flash, urban, and small stream flooding impacts continue to remain possible. In the northern Rockies, isolated flash, urban, and small stream flooding impacts are possible due to periods of heavy rainfall. Flash flooding and debris flows are possible over recently burned areas.


Arizona
Flood Advisory remains in effect until this evening

  • Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected
  • Impacts: Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry washes, swimming holes and over recently burned areas. Low-water crossings could also experience flash flooding, which would create deadly travel conditions.

South Dakota
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 6PM MDT this evening

  • Southeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.
  • Impacts: Sudden wind gusts can cause drivers to lose control, especially in lightweight or high profile vehicles. Strong winds can cause blowing dust, reduced visibility, and flying debris.
 

Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico

Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: North Dakota 


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.21.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 21, 2022 8:33:03 AM


Summary:
In the Four Corners region, considerable flood impacts are possible into Thursday evening primarily across southwestern Colorado, southeast Utah, northeast Arizona, and northwest New Mexico. Scattered thunderstorms will be capable of producing large hail and damaging winds from Utah into Idaho and in a separate area over the Lower Great Lakes mainly Wednesday afternoon into evening. 


Arizona 
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 9 PM MST this evening

  • Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected
  • Impacts: Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry washes, swimming holes and over recently burned areas. Low-water crossings could also experience flash flooding, which would create deadly travel conditions. Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.

Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Utah, New Mexico, and Colorado


 
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U.S. Weather Update 09.20.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 20, 2022 8:24:25 AM


Summary:
Over the Four Corners region, flash, urban, and small stream flooding is possible through the week due to heavy rainfall, especially around portions of southwest Colorado.


Ohio
Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 AM EDT this morning

  • Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
  • Impacts: Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.

Arizona 
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 9 PM MDT Wednesday evening

  • Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
  • Impacts: Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry washes, swimming holes and over recently burned areas. Low-water crossings could also experience flash flooding, which would create deadly travel conditions.

Additional Dense Fog Advisories include but are not limited to: Indiana and Kentucky

Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.19.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 19, 2022 8:29:30 AM


Summary:
Hurricane Fiona continues to bring hurricane conditions and heavy rains that may produce life-threatening flash flooding, as well as mudslides, across Puerto Rico. Coastal flooding may continue to impact portions of western Alaska. Heavy rains may cause isolated flash flooding in northern California, the Southwest into the Four Corners region, New England, and Guam and the Northern Mariana Islands.


Minnesota
Dense Fog remains in effect until 9 AM CDT this morning

  • Visibility one quarter of a mile or less in dense fog.
  • Impacts: Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility. This fog will vary over short distances. The worst visibility will be in lower lying areas and near bodies of water.

California
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 12 PM PDT Monday

  • Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected.
  • Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways. Possible mud slides and debris flows. 
 

Additional Dense Fog Advisories include but are not limited to: Iowa , Wisconsin, and Nebraska


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.14.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 14, 2022 8:21:05 AM


Summary:
Heavy rain and thunderstorms will continue to produce flooding across the Intermountain West and Four Corners region over the next few days. 


Nevada
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 9 PM PDT this evening

  • Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected
  • Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Persistent subtropical moisture will bring scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms. The stronger thunderstorms will be capable of generating heavy  rain and potential flash flooding.

Indiana 
Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 AM EDT this morning

  • Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
  • Impacts: Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.
 

Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Arizona, Utah, and Washington

Additional Fog Advisories include but are not limited to: Illinois , Michigan, Ohio, Idaho and Montana


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.13.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 13, 2022 8:40:20 AM


Summary:
An array of weather hazards are expected across the U.S. on Tuesday. Heavy rain and isolated severe thunderstorms may produce flooding and damaging winds across the Northeast. Locally heavy rain and thunderstorms may cause flooding in parts of the Southwest, Four Corners region and the Florida Peninsula.


Nevada
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 9 PM MDT Wednesday night

  • Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is expected
  • Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Significant subtropical moisture will bring scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms to much of central and eastern Nevada Tuesday through late Wednesday night. The stronger thunderstorms will be capable of generating heavy  rain and potential flash flooding.
 

Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, and Washington


 
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U.S. Weather Update 9.12.22

Posted by Jarrett on Sep 12, 2022 8:49:27 AM


Summary:
A number of hazards are expected to start off the week. Heavy rain and strong to severe storms may produce flooding and damaging winds in the Mid-Atlantic. Heavy rain and flooding are possible in the Great Lakes. Locally heavy rain may result in flooding in parts of the Southwest with a few severe storms in Arizona. Impacted Lanes: Highway 93, State Route 96, State Route 71 and State Route 97 in Arizona 


 Arizona

Flood Advisory remains in effect until Late Tonight MST

  • Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. Thunderstorms are anticipated to develop over portions of south-central Arizona during the day Monday and produce locally heavy rainfall and in turn create the potential for flash flooding.
  • Impacts: Flash flooding will be possible in creeks, normally dry washes, swimming holes and over recently burned areas. Low-water crossings could also experience flash flooding, which would create deadly travel conditions. Highway 93 between mile markers 149 and 176. State Route 96 between mile markers 0 and 16. State Route 71 between mile markers 90 and 94. State Route 97 between mile markers 156 and 166.

Virginia

Coastal Flood Advisory remains in effect until 8 PM EDT this evening

  •  Up to one half foot of inundation above ground level in low lying areas due to tidal flooding.
  • Impacts: Tides one to one and a half feet above normal. If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.

Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: California, Nevada, Wisconsin, Illinois, and Maryland

 
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