Severe Thunderstorms Likely in the Central U.S.; Flooding Possible for portions of Oklahoma/Texas/Arkansas and the Marianas.

Severe thunderstorms are likely from the southern Plains to the Midwest through Friday. Large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes are all possible. An Enhanced (level 3 of 5) risk is in effect. Flash flooding is possible across portions of Oklahoma, Texas, and Arkansas on Friday. A Slight (level 2 of 4) risk is in effect. Flooding rain may impact Guam and the Marianas through next week. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Mar 5, 2026 at 2:26:29 pm MST

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Near Critical Fire Danger is forecast for Thursday in the Sacramento and Capitan Mtns due to strong southwest winds and dry conditions.

Breezy to windy conditions expected for Thursday as a storm system passes to the north. Areas of blowing dust may lower visibility during the afternoon and early evening.

Winds will increase this afternoon, but the strongest winds will arrive after midnight. The southern Sacramento Mountains will see winds of 25 to 35 with gusts to near 60 MPH. Driving will be difficult for high-profile vehicles and be sure to secure loose items that my blow around.

The strong winds a low relative humidity values will linger through much of Friday, which will give us near critical fire danger for the Sacramento and Capitan Mountains. A Red Flag warning has been issued for late Friday morning into Friday evening.

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Severe Thunderstorms Likely in the Central U.S.; Flooding Possible for portions of Oklahoma/Texas/Arkansas and the Marianas.

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