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Severe Thunderstorms for the Center of the Nation; Fire Weather Concerns; Flooding Issues for the Great Lakes Region

A round of severe thunderstorms are forecast across areas of the Southern Plains, Mississippi Valley and Great Lakes this afternoon and tonight; The threat for flash flooding will also accompany these storms. The rainfall for the Great Lakes region could prolong the ongoing flooding. Where the rain is needed, the Southern High Plains, critical fire weather concerns through today. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Apr 17, 2026 at 4:36:35 pm PDT

As a low pressure trough progresses eastward today into Friday, northwest flow will bring dry conditions to central California, particularly in the Mojave Desert. Minimum relative humidity is expected to fall below 10 percent in this area and will accompany wind gusts between 30 and 40 mph. Take steps to reduce potential fire ignition sources.

 

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