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Prolonged Extreme Cold; Eastern U.S. Winter Storm

Another Arctic blast will surge south across the northern Plains tonight, crossing the Midwest and reaching the Gulf Coast Friday night. Dangerously cold temperatures will persist across the eastern U.S. into early February. There is increasing confidence for significant heavy snow across much of the Southern Appalachians, Carolinas, and southern Mid-Atlantic Friday into Sunday. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Thu, Jan 29, 2026 at 3:34:32 pm PST

A Beach Hazards Statement is now in effect through 9 AM Monday for Pacific Coast beaches. Remember: stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside infrastructure, remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf, and never turn your back on the ocean.
A Coastal Flood Advisory is in effect from 6 AM Thursday through 12 PM Sunday for bayshore locations along the San Francisco Bay, San Pablo Bay, and Monterey Bay. Minor coastal flooding is expected during the highest tide of the day.

 

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