Areas of Fire Weather and Severe Thunderstorms on Friday

Critical fire weather is expected Friday across the Northern Plains, Upper Midwest, and southern High Plains due to gusty winds and low humidity. Severe thunderstorms capable of large to very large hail, wind damage and tornadoes will be possible Friday and Saturday across parts of the central Plains. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, May 14, 2026 at 11:40:15 pm PDT

Watches, Warnings & Advisories

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National Weather Service San Joaquin Valley, CA

National Weather Service Los Angeles, CA

Gale Warning

Storm Watch

High Surf Advisory

Small Craft Advisory

Beach Hazards Statement

Fire Weather Watch

Hazardous Marine Conditions

A strong coastal jet brings widespread gale force winds with periodic storm force gusts across the marine environment beginning Thursday and persisting through the weekend. Wind driven waves may reach up to 19 feet across the coastal waters creating hazardous conditions for mariners and small crafts.