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Coastal Threats for the East and Gulf; Record Warmth for the Central U.S.

Persistent onshore flow across the Southeast and portions of the mid-Atlantic will keep the risk of rip currents through the weekend. Rainfall could be locally heavy across Florida, especially along the eastern shoreline. Meanwhile, record warmth for portions of the Plains and Midwest with elevated fire concerns. For the west, a trough will keep the pattern unsettled with wet conditions. Read More >

ND Severe Summer Weather Awareness Week: April 28 through May 2, 2025
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Severe Thunderstorms
Lightning
Tornadoes
Flash Flooding
Extreme Heat and Fire Weather

 

Get Indoors!
The Deadly Danger Of Lightning!

On average there are 47 deaths each year in the United States resulting from lightning strikes. If you are outside and can hear thunder, you are in danger of being struck!

Lightning can strike as far as 15 miles from any rain falling with the thunderstorm.