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After Saturday’s “particularly dangerous” red-flag conditions with gusts around 44 mph that helped spur several fires near Spokane, Sunday's forecast calls for calmer winds (up to ~20 mph) and no red-flag warning, though authorities urge residents to heed evacuation guidance and remain cautious as fire risk persists.
New York City is bracing for two storms on Tuesday, starting around noon and lasting until about 10 p.m., bringing heavy rain and wind gusts up to 40 mph. A second round could hit in the early evening, with the potential for several inches of rain and a higher flood risk, plus possible hail and a small tornado threat (tornado risk remains low). The system could offer some heat relief, but lingering wildfire smoke may return depending on wind patterns; Wednesday has roughly a 50% chance of more rain, and the rest of the week is expected to be mild and drier with temperatures in the 70s to mid-80s.
A storm system will threaten more than 40 million people across the Mid-Atlantic and Carolinas this weekend, bringing damaging winds and potential flash flooding; Saturday brought heavy rain, 70 mph gusts, and about 240,000 power outages, with a Flash Flood Warning issued for all NYC boroughs. Gov. Mikie Sherrill urged travelers to plan ahead as the system moves south Sunday, with a Level 2 out of 5 severe-threat expanding to eastern North Carolina and Virginia and rainfall possibly reaching 1–3 inches in spots, with the pattern expected to continue into Monday.
Severe thunderstorms blasted Chicago with wind gusts over 70 mph, ripping down trees and power lines, shattering windows, and triggering flash floods; hundreds of flights were canceled or delayed at O’Hare and Midway, with forecasters warning of more storms tonight and Thursday and even a possible tornado threat before conditions clear by Friday.
Central North Carolina is under a Level 4 moderate risk Monday as a strong cold front moves through, likely bringing a line of storms with damaging winds (potentially over 75 mph), a 15–30% tornado chance, hail, and up to about 0.75 inches of rain. Numerous counties are closing schools or moving to remote learning; temperatures near 70 ahead of the front will fall sharply Monday night with colder air and gusty winds.
Chicago is under a Red Flag Warning through Wednesday night due to warm temperatures and gusty winds—up to 45 mph—that raise the fire risk. Any grass or brush fires could spread quickly; highs will reach the upper 60s, with a wind advisory for areas north and northwest of the city, and the highest risk along and west of Fox Valley and I-55.
Forecasters trimmed snowfall expectations for southeastern Virginia ahead of a weekend Nor'easter, with Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk, and Virginia Beach likely to see about 3–4 inches, while northeastern North Carolina could get 7–9 inches or more. The Peninsula is expected to fare better (Williamsburg about an inch; Newport News and Hampton 2–3 inches). Snow should begin Saturday afternoon, peak early Sunday, and end Sunday morning. A winter storm warning and high wind advisories remain in effect, withgusts of 58–60 mph along the coast, possible whiteout conditions, dangerous wind chills, and potential tidal flooding. Local crews are pre-treating roads and some ferry service could be suspended.
A winter storm warning covers most of Hampton Roads from Saturday morning to Sunday evening, with expected snowfall of 7–12 inches regionwide (coastal areas may see more), strong winds up to 58–60 mph, and potential blizzard conditions along with coastal tidal flooding; wind chills near zero and travel disruptions or power outages are likely, so residents should prepare.
An offshore storm expected to strengthen into a bomb cyclone could bring heavy snow to Massachusetts on Sunday, with southeastern Massachusetts, the Outer Cape and Nantucket at highest risk (6–12 inches if it tracks closer). Boston has about a 30% chance of 6 inches or more, while interior areas may see little snow; coastal flooding and 50–60 mph gusts are possible, and outages could occur. Cold temperatures precede the storm, and forecasters are awaiting a more precise track before final snow maps are issued.
A strong polar cold front is arriving in Central Texas between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m. Saturday, bringing gusty winds of 25-45 mph, sharply dropping temperatures into the low 40s, and wind chills in the 20s and 30s. Despite sunshine, Saturday's highs will only reach the upper 50s, with more pleasant weather returning by Sunday and next week, featuring highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s.
Strong winds with gusts up to 70 mph are impacting Western New York, causing power outages, followed by lake effect snow that could accumulate 4-8 inches in some areas, leading to travel issues and blowing snow through midweek.
Southern California is experiencing ongoing wild weather with wind gusts up to 65 mph forecasted until Tuesday, posing risks of downed trees, power outages, and difficult travel, especially in mountainous and valley regions, following recent heavy rains and storms.
A strong cold front is bringing howling winds, dropping temperatures into the 30s and 20s, with gusts exceeding 70 MPH in Maryland, leading to a high wind warning, scattered power outages, and a cold, windy start to the new year.
A strong cold front is arriving in Central Texas this evening, bringing gusty winds, a significant temperature drop, and scattered light showers, with much cooler temperatures expected on Monday. Temperatures will rebound to the 60s and 70s by New Year's, with minimal rain chances later in the week.
Strong winds reaching 114 mph caused significant damage to the UC Lick Observatory, including tearing off part of the dome shutter and exposing sensitive equipment, leading to a temporary closure for repairs that are expected to take months. No injuries occurred, and staff are working to assess and restore the facility, which is used for research and public visits.