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Severe Weather Threats Across the Plains; Dangerous Heat and Wildfire Concerns for the West; Watching the Tropics

Severe thunderstorms are expected across the Central Plains accompanied by damaging wind gusts and large hail. In addition, heavy rainfall may lead to instances of flash flooding from the Plains and mid-Atlantic regions. The heavy rainfall threat continues across Florida and across the northern Gulf as we monitor a tropical disturbance tracking westward. Critical fire weather for the Great Basin. Read More >

Dangerously cold air will be in place across the area through Monday (New Year's Day) morning. To avoid any danger involved with the extreme cold, limit your time outdoors, and cover any exposed skin. If stranded on a road, do not venture outside to seek help. Additionally, be cautious with space heaters. See the below graphics for more winter weather safety tips and information, or visit http://www.nws.noaa.gov/os/cold/during.shtml.