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Weather Alert Day shifted from a severe threat to a significant flood risk as slow-moving downpours lash the morning commute, especially in Indiana and western Kentucky. Rainfall could reach up to 2 inches per hour with total accumulations of 2-5 inches, bringing possible standing water. Rain is expected to ease by the end of the morning rush, but more scattered storms are likely Thursday and Friday.
An incoming storm system will bring heavy rain and potential flooding across Southern New England through Wednesday, with a flood watch in effect for parts of Massachusetts and Connecticut. A severe thunderstorm warning was issued for western and central Massachusetts today. The heaviest rain is expected this afternoon and early evening, temperatures near 80 before a cooling trend to the 70s, and winds gusting up to 30 mph, with drier conditions returning by the weekend.
Tropical Depression 2 has formed over the northeastern Gulf with a defined center and winds around 30 mph, expected to move northwest and bring scattered storms and gusty winds today. Forecasters say Tropical Storm Bertha is likely to form soon, bringing heavy rainfall to the Northern Gulf coast, with tropical storm watches in effect from Ochlockonee River to the Florida/Alabama border.
Forecasts show a low-pressure area forming in the eastern Gulf of Mexico and moving slowly north over the next several days, with a 10% chance of tropical development in 48 hours and 30% in seven days. The track remains uncertain, with potential to move into Florida or linger over the northern Gulf; regardless, southern Alabama could see heavy rainfall this weekend into next week, so residents should review their tropical storm plans now.
Storms brought heavy rain and flash flood warnings across the NYC area and tri-state, with the threat winding down this afternoon as the system moves offshore. Suffolk County is the main focus for any additional warnings (possible 2 more inches in isolated spots), while New Jersey and parts of the city saw widespread impacts including power outages, road closures such as Belt Parkway flooding, and a roof collapse at a BJ’s Wholesale Club in Ocean Township. Officials urged caution, advised avoiding flooded roadways, and warned that lingering showers could continue as conditions evolve and the storm exits the region.
Four people died in Kentucky as heavy rain caused flash floods, leading Gov. Beshear to declare a state of emergency while authorities conducted door-to-door searches and warned residents about flooded roads and ongoing water rescues as more rainfall was forecast.
Typhoon Fung-wong is moving northward towards Taiwan, prompting sea alerts and preparations including school and work cancellations, evacuations in vulnerable areas, and disruptions to transportation, as heavy rainfall and strong winds are expected to impact the region.
A devastating landslide in western Kenya caused by heavy rains has resulted in 21 deaths, with over 30 people missing and 25 injured, as rescue efforts continue amid inaccessible areas and ongoing weather-related disasters in the region.
The Southwest U.S. faces significant flood threats from Tropical Storm Priscilla and another storm, with heavy rains expected to cause flash flooding across Arizona, California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado, exacerbated by climate change.
Two major Atlantic storms, Hurricane Humberto and Tropical Storm Imelda, are impacting the East Coast with high surf, rip currents, and heavy rain, but are not expected to make landfall in the U.S., though they pose risks of flooding and dangerous ocean conditions along the coast and nearby islands.
Typhoon Ragasa caused heavy rainfall in Taiwan, leading to landslides and the formation of a barrier lake that eventually overflowed, causing flooding and destruction. The typhoon also impacted southern China and Hong Kong with strong winds, storm surges, and evacuations, resulting in injuries and property damage.
A tropical air mass is expected to bring heavy rainfall, potentially exceeding 6 inches in some areas of Minnesota this weekend, with risks of flash flooding and flood warnings, as forecast models predict storms with torrential rates mainly during nighttime and early morning hours.
Heavy rainfall across multiple Midwest states caused severe flooding, leading to water rescues, power outages, and road closures, which resulted in the cancellation of the final day of the Wisconsin State Fair and other events, with significant impacts in Milwaukee and surrounding areas.
Heavy rainfall in Ruidoso, New Mexico, caused flash flooding, leading to road closures and rescue operations for at least five trapped individuals, amid ongoing concerns from recent wildfires and previous flooding disasters.
During a severe flash flood in Montgomery County, Maryland, over 100 rescue calls were made in just two hours due to intense rainfall and rapid water rise, prompting the most critical flood warning ever issued in the D.C. area, with numerous water rescues and road closures but no initial injuries reported.