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Large winter storms are currently impacting large areas of the United States, bringing hazardous conditions such as blizzards, flash floods, and potential tornadoes to the Southeast region this week. This comes after the East Coast experienced heavy snowfall over the weekend.
Nearly 70 million individuals in the United States are preparing for extreme weather that is currently tracking its way towards the Gulf Coast and Southeast regions on both Monday and Tuesday.
Storm Finn is anticipated to cause tornadoes in various cities, such as New Orleans, Louisiana, Gulfport, Mississippi, and Mobile, Alabama. Additionally, over six states may experience snowfall until Monday evening and into the night.
According to the National Weather Service, the storm is predicted to move eastward on Tuesday and impact Tallahassee, Florida, Albany, Georgia, and Panama City, Florida. Meanwhile, the Cuyama Valley, California, is currently under a hard freeze warning until Tuesday morning.
Adverse weather conditions have resulted in disturbances, prompting authorities in Arizona to advise against unnecessary travel due to several accidents that resulted in closures on sections of the I-40 highway.
According to FlightAware, over 6,000 flights to, from, or within the US were either delayed or canceled on Sunday due to severe weather. This comes after Storm Ember caused 18 inches of snow in certain areas of the Northeast, including New York.
Summary: The Northeast is hit by Winter Storm, resulting in heavy snow covering New York.
New York is covered in a thick layer of snow as a Winter Storm impacts the Northeast region.
Intense winds will cause rapid flooding in the eastern Gulf Coast and the majority of the East Coast.
The Weather Prediction Center has forecasted that strong winds may lead to flash flooding on the eastern Gulf Coast and a large portion of the East Coast.
Rainfall amounts of 1-3 inches are predicted along the Gulf Coast up to New England, with some areas possibly receiving over 4 inches of rain.
The Weather Prediction Center stated that there is a high possibility of severe flooding in rivers and flash floods from the central Gulf Coast to most of the Eastern United States in the beginning of this week. They also mentioned that strong winds coming from the sea will cause a lot of coastal flooding along the eastern Gulf Coast and the East Coast.
There is significant worry about potential flooding in the Northeast as another round of rain follows a recent snowstorm that left over six inches of snow in various states.
On Tuesday, there is a high risk of flooding in parts of New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania, rated as a Level 3 out of 4. The first storm, which stretches from Georgia to Massachusetts, poses a moderate threat (Level 2 out of 4) along most of its path.
There is a Level 3 out of 4 risk for flooding from Louisiana’s western coast to the Florida Panhandle due to potential flooding caused by Monday’s initial rainfall.
A significant weather event leads to the shutdown of roads and the cancellation of flights.
A powerful storm has resulted in significant transportation issues in the southeastern region, with road closures and flight cancellations.
Authorities in Arizona have cautioned against unnecessary travel following multiple collisions that have resulted in the closure of sections of the I-40 highway.
On Sunday, FlightAware reported that over 6,000 flights within or to and from the US were delayed due to extreme weather conditions.
A total of 828 flights in the US were cancelled on the same day.
Several airports have experienced notable operational disturbances. In Hartford, Connecticut, Bradley International Airport stated that 20% of its flights were canceled on Sunday due to ongoing snow removal efforts.
The area of Cuyama Valley, located in California, is currently under a warning for a hard freeze that will last until Tuesday morning.
The National Weather Service has issued a hard freeze warning for Cuyama Valley, California until Tuesday morning.
The National Weather Service releases a hard freeze alert when temperatures are predicted to fall below 28°F for a prolonged period, causing damage to many types of crops and plants grown for commercial or residential purposes.
The caution will be in place until 10am PST, and a strong freezing watch will be in effect until Tuesday morning.
According to the National Weather Service, there is a risk of harm to outdoor plumbing and significant damage to crops or delicate plants. Unprotected pets or livestock may also be at risk.
The National Weather Service advises taking precautions to safeguard delicate plants from the frigid temperatures. To avoid the risk of pipes freezing and potentially bursting, it is recommended to wrap, drain, or let water drip slowly from them. Additionally, for those with sprinkler systems, it is important to drain them and cover any above-ground pipes to prevent freezing.
The governor of Texas has elevated the preparedness level of the State Operations Center in anticipation of severe weather conditions.
The Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, has raised the preparedness level of the State Operations Center to level two in anticipation of a strong storm that is projected to impact the southeast region today.
The National Weather Service reports that a series of storms at the beginning of the week will bring various dangers to the state. These include powerful winds, snowfall, high risk of fires, and intense thunderstorms.
The Panhandle will experience snow and hazardous wind chills, while West/Southwest Texas can expect fire weather conditions.
At the moment, there are predictions of severe thunderstorms in East and Southeast Texas that may bring about large hail, heavy rain, and flash flooding. Additionally, gusts of up to 60-70 miles per hour are possible in certain regions.
Governor Abbott stated that Texas is prepared to utilize all resources in order to protect Texans and our communities as severe weather threats approach the state tomorrow. In order to ensure prompt deployment of assistance and resources to affected areas, the Texas Division of Emergency Management has been instructed to elevate the readiness level of the State Operation Center. Residents in high-risk areas are advised to stay alert, closely monitor weather updates, and follow the instructions of local authorities and emergency management personnel.
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A severe weather system will cause hazardous blizzard conditions and flooding in the southeastern United States.
Approximately 70 million people in the United States are preparing for extreme weather that is currently heading towards the Gulf Coast and Southeast on Monday and Tuesday.
The National Weather Service predicts that the storm will move eastward on Tuesday, impacting Tallahassee, Florida, Albany, Georgia, and Panama City, Florida. Meanwhile, the Cuyama Valley, California, is currently under a hard freeze warning until Tuesday morning.
According to FlightAware, over 6,000 flights were delayed or cancelled within the US due to severe weather on Sunday. This was caused by Storm Ember, which dumped 18 inches of snow in areas of the Northeast, including New York.
The article was published by the Independent website.
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