Critical Fire Weather in the Southern High Plains; Heavy Snow in the Great Lakes and Northeast U.S.

Gusty winds and low relative humidity will bring critical fire weather to the southern High Plains Friday. A winter storm will track across the Great Lakes and Northeast U.S. Friday into Saturday with areas of wintry mix and heavy snow from northern New York through southern Maine. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Feb 20, 2026 at 8:22:44 am AST

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[Feb 20th] 🌊 Hazardous Marine & Beach Conditions Continue Today A northerly swell will continue to impact the area today, resulting in dangerous conditions to local waters and north-facing beaches. ⚠️ High Risk of Rip Currents ⚠️ Small Craft Advisory ⚠️ High Surf Advisory 🔹 Breaking waves between 10–12 feet possible 🔹 Life-threatening rip currents 🔹 Rough seas (6–8 feet) hazardous for small boats 🔹 Localized beach erosion expected If heading to the coast, use extreme caution and follow posted beach flags. --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🌊 Condiciones Marítimas y Costeras Peligrosas Continuarán Hoy Una marejada del norte continuará impactando el área hoy, resultando en condiciones peligrosas en las aguas locales y en las playas orientadas al norte. ⚠️ Riesgo alto de corrientes marinas ⚠️ Advertencia para Operadores de Pequeñas Embarcaciones ⚠️ Advertencia de Resacas Fuertes 🔹 Olas rompientes entre 10 a 12 pies posibles 🔹 Corrientes marinas que amenazan la vida 🔹 Oleaje peligroso (6–8 pies) para embarcaciones pequeñas 🔹 Erosión costera localizada posible Si visita la costa, tomar todas las precauciones posibles y siga las banderas de advertencia en la playa. #PRwx #USVIwx

February 19, 2026: A High Surf Advisory is in effect for north and northwest facing beaches. Large breaking waves may reach farther inland than expected and create life-threatening conditions along the shoreline. Beachgoers are urged to stay back from the water, avoid entering the ocean, and use extreme caution near rocks and structures. | 19 de febrero de 2026: Una Advertencia de Oleaje Alto está en efecto para playas del norte y noroeste. Las rompientes pueden alcanzar más lejos de lo normal y crear condiciones peligrosas a lo largo de la costa. Se exhorta al público a mantenerse lejos del agua y extremar precauciones.

FEB 20: ⚠️🌊 There is a High Rip Current Risk across northern exposed beaches of Puerto Rico, Culebra, St. Thomas & St. John. 🚩 ⚠️🌊 Hay un riesgo alto de corrientes marinas para las playas orientadas al norte de Puerto Rico, Culebra, St. Thomas y St. John.