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A rapidly strengthening bomb cyclone is causing widespread havoc from the Midwest to the East: historic blizzards with 60–70 mph winds, widespread power outages, and massive travel disruptions as major hubs implement ground stops and airlines struggle to rebook flights; tornado watches and warnings are in effect across the South and East, with temperatures likely to plunge behind the storm.
North Texas is under a tornado watch with a threat of very large to giant hail (up to 4 inches), damaging winds up to 80 mph, and a few tornadoes west of Fort Worth as storms form in Central Texas and move northeast toward the Metroplex. The watch extends into central Oklahoma. The severe threat should ease after the line moves east of I-35 around 1 a.m., though heavy rain and potential minor flooding could linger overnight.
The National Weather Service is warning of severe weather in Ohio, with the possibility of heavy rain, hail, and potential tornadoes on Tuesday afternoon and evening. Showers and thunderstorms are expected Monday night and again on Tuesday morning, with the most severe weather forecasted for late Tuesday afternoon and evening. A flood watch is in effect due to swollen streams and flooding in some areas.
A major snowstorm is set to sweep across 16 states in the US, with winter weather alerts stretching from California to Michigan and blizzard warnings in place from eastern Colorado to South Dakota. The storm is expected to bring heavy snow, strong winds, and potential severe weather outbreaks in the Southern Plains and Deep South, with thunderstorms posing a threat of damaging winds, large hail, and tornadoes. The northeast has already experienced heavy rainfall and significant snowfall, while the central US, including Minnesota and Wisconsin, is facing winter weather despite a relatively warm winter.
A multiday severe weather risk is expected to sweep across the Plains and into the Deep South, bringing the potential for hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes. The threat begins in the Plains on Sunday, moving eastward to the Deep South by midweek. Communities in Oklahoma City, Wichita, Texas, Louisiana, Arkansas, and Mississippi are at heightened risk. Flash flooding is also a concern along the Gulf Coast, with the threat of heavy rainfall and potential drainage system inundation. The weather system is expected to exit the Eastern Seaboard by Friday, leading to tranquil but warm conditions for the Easter holiday.
A line of heavy rain and isolated severe thunderstorms is moving through South Florida, with a tornado risk in some areas of Miami-Dade. The National Weather Center warned of damaging wind gusts and isolated tornadoes. The weather conditions are expected to improve in Miami-Dade and Broward counties around 3 p.m. Cooler temperatures are forecast for Monday, with the possibility of scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms in South Florida.
Severe weather has swept across the US, resulting in at least four reported deaths. The extreme weather conditions have caused widespread damage and disruption in several states.
A winter storm brought significant snowfall to the Northeast, causing travel disruptions and affecting NFL games. As it moves offshore, a new system is set to bring heavy rain, potential flash floods, and severe thunderstorms across the US, with the South facing risks of damaging winds and tornadoes. The Southeast anticipates severe weather threats on Tuesday, while the Northeast will contend with heavy rain and flash flooding risks, especially where snow remains on the ground.
The United States is facing severe weather conditions with three different storm systems affecting various regions. The Northeast is experiencing heavy snow and strong winds, with winter storm warnings in effect and hazardous travel conditions. A tornado touched down in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, causing damage but no reported injuries. The Midwest is preparing for blizzard conditions with heavy snow and strong winds expected. The Pacific Northwest and Sierra Nevada are also facing significant snowfall, with up to 20 inches in some areas. Additionally, the Gulf Coast is at risk of flooding, high winds, and possible severe thunderstorms. Power outages and travel disruptions are widespread across the affected areas.
An intense winter storm is set to impact the United States from the Southwest to the Northeast, bringing a range of severe weather conditions including heavy snow, blizzard conditions, strong winds, tornadoes, and significant flooding. Over 10 million people are under winter weather alerts, with the storm expected to rapidly strengthen and affect millions more. Blizzard warnings are in place for parts of Colorado and New Mexico, with severe storm threats extending from Texas to North Carolina. The storm also poses a high risk of flooding, particularly in the Northeast, where recent snowfall may exacerbate conditions. High wind watches and potential hurricane-force wind watches are being considered for coastal areas, with the storm anticipated to conclude near the end of the week, followed by the possibility of another storm.
Parts of New Mexico, including Colfax, Mora, and Union counties, are under a blizzard warning with expected snowfall of 2 to 12 inches and wind gusts up to 65 mph, leading to potential whiteout conditions and travel difficulties. A winter storm warning is also in effect for northwest New Mexico with heavy snow and strong winds forecasted. Residents are advised to prepare for dangerous wind chills and to use the KOAT App for weather alerts and updates.
A level 2 severe weather risk is forecast for Monday night through Tuesday morning, with potential for damaging wind gusts, tornadoes, and isolated flash flooding in Northwest Florida. Winds are expected to reach 20-40 mph with gusts up to 50 mph, leading to rough surf, coastal erosion, and a high rip current risk. A Gale Watch is in effect for boaters. Conditions will improve post-Tuesday with a cold front bringing cooler, dry weather and highs in the 50s and 60s.
A tornado struck Fort Lauderdale, Florida, on Saturday, causing damage to boats and power lines but no reported injuries. The National Weather Service had issued a Tornado Warning shortly before the event, which was also captured on video by a visiting couple. The severe weather, including funnel clouds and high wind gusts, is part of a larger system associated with a nor'easter affecting the East Coast. Further severe weather may occur in Florida as another storm approaches, and an NWS team plans to assess the tornado's strength and path.
The US is bracing for another major winter storm following a weekend nor'easter, with forecasts predicting heavy snow across the central Plains and Great Lakes, flooding rains from the Southeast to the Northeast, and severe weather including possible tornadoes and damaging winds near the Gulf Coast. The storm is expected to peak in intensity by midweek, raising concerns for flooding in areas with rapid snowmelt and significant power outages due to strong winds, especially in the Northeast. Forecasters are closely monitoring the evolving situation, with winter storm watches and flood watches likely to be issued.
Southwest Georgia is under a Slight Risk for severe thunderstorms, with the potential for tornadoes, damaging winds, hail, and significant rainfall leading to flash flooding and rising water levels in creeks and rivers. The situation may escalate as the event approaches, with 3-6 inches of rain expected and wind gusts over 40 mph outside of thunderstorms.