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Numerous parts of the United States are currently experiencing severe weather conditions from Monday to mid-week due to a winter storm sweeping through the midwest and Storm Finn hitting the Gulf Coast.
The southeastern United States is preparing for tornadoes in the midst of Storm Finn, a significant storm that is expected to create disruption in the area. The National Weather Service has issued a warning for intense thunderstorms, powerful winds, and tornadoes along the Gulf Coast later today.
The National Weather Service has issued winter storm and blizzard warnings for areas ranging from northeastern New Mexico to eastern Wisconsin. This is expected to result in severe weather conditions across a large portion of Nebraska, Kansas, and Iowa.
The National Weather Service predicted that these storms will result in intense blizzard conditions, causing whiteouts.
The current extreme weather conditions have resulted in problems, as stated by Arizona authorities who are cautioning against unnecessary trips due to a series of accidents that have shut down sections of I-40 on Sunday.
According to FlightAware, severe weather caused over 9,000 flights to be delayed or cancelled in the US on Sunday. As of Monday morning, there are currently over 1,000 delayed flights and over 400 cancelled flights.
After Storm Ember, parts of the Northeast, including New York, received 18 inches of snow.
A strong storm with potentially damaging wind gusts is expected to move through the Florida panhandle following reports of tornadoes.
A strong line of thunderstorms, known as an “intense squall line,” is expected to move through the Florida panhandle on Tuesday while the area is still recovering from strong winds and reported tornadoes that occurred overnight.
The National Weather Service in Tallahassee, Florida warns that the squall line may result in additional tornadoes, widespread damaging winds, and isolated flash flooding.
Residents in the panhandle are currently in the process of recovering from strong winds and possible tornadoes that occurred in the region overnight.
Residents have reported that tornadoes tore through the Florida panhandle overnight.
On Monday and Tuesday, Storm Finn caused tornadoes in the Florida panhandle, resulting in reports of damage from residents.
On Tuesday morning, the National Weather Service verified a tornado in Walton County. Additionally, a tornado was reported in Fort Lauderdale on Sunday.
Early Tuesday morning, a possible tornado struck Panama City Beach, resulting in debris captured on video by a local resident.
Storm Finn continues to threaten Atlantic coast with dangerous winds, rain
The National Weather Service (NWS) predicts that millions of individuals in the midwest and northeast are at risk of a blizzard due to the impact of Storm Finn.
The National Weather Service reports that Storm Finn is expected to cause destruction through Tuesday and Wednesday.
On Monday, after Storm Finn passed through the Gulf Coast, warnings were issued due to the travel disruptions caused by multiple winter storms affecting the nation.
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In case you missed it: Cuyama Valley, California is currently under a hard freeze warning until later today.
The National Weather Service has issued a hard freeze warning for Cuyama Valley, California until Tuesday morning.
The National Weather Service (NWS) releases a hard freeze alert when temperatures are predicted to fall below 28°F for a prolonged period, resulting in the death of many commercial crops and plants in residential areas.
The warning will stay in place until 10am PST, and a hard freeze watch will be in effect until Tuesday morning.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a warning about potential damage to outdoor plumbing and crops, as well as harm to animals that are not protected, due to severe weather conditions.
The National Weather Service (NWS) advised taking precautions to shield delicate plants from the chilly weather. To avoid damage from freezing and potential bursting, outdoor water pipes should be insulated, drained, or left to drip slowly. For those with in-ground sprinkler systems, it is recommended to drain them and cover above-ground pipes to prevent freezing.
In case you missed it: Strong winds knocked down a tree in California, trapping a young girl underneath.
According to NBC Los Angeles, a young girl in California was hurt when strong winds knocked down a big tree, trapping her underneath.
On Sunday, an event happened at Melrose Trading Post, a well-known flea market in Los Angeles. A witness assisted her in getting away and she was brought to a nearby hospital for medical attention. NBC Los Angeles reports that the extent of her injuries is unknown.
According to CBS News, strong winds reaching speeds of 50 miles per hour caused a tree to fall in Southern California.
On Monday, at least one weather alert was in effect for 49 states.
North Dakota was the sole state without any notifications.
With a “ferocious” winter storm blasting the midwest, Storm Finn putting the Gulf Coast on tornado watch and blizzards dropping several inches of snow on the northeast, extreme weather has impacted the entire country over the past several days.
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There is a high probability of another major winter storm hitting the midwest later in the week.
Meteorologists are warning that another destructive winter storm may impact the upper Midwest region of the United States towards the end of this week.
According to The Washington Post, a storm is expected to move from Oklahoma City to Detroit on Friday and Saturday. This storm has the potential to be categorized as a “bomb cyclone” due to its extremely low pressure.
According to the forecast, the storm is expected to bring both snow and wind, along with a rise in temperature and precipitation to the northern Gulf Coast.
“The Northeast is rebounding from the initial significant winter storm of 2024.”
Last week, a significant winter storm hit the mid-Atlantic and northeast regions of the US, bringing precipitation in the form of rain, snow, and sleet.
On January 7th, a man is using a plow to clear a snowy driveway in Derry, New Hampshire.
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On January 6, individuals are seen walking through the snowy streets of New York City.
On January 6, a snow storm swept through the region, captured in a photo of Centennial AME Zion Church located in Closter, New Jersey.
The image is from AFP via Getty Images.
The meteorologist advises Gulf Coast residents to keep their phone volumes on tonight in order to receive important emergency alerts.
The NWS is cautioning residents of the Gulf Coast to be ready for tornadoes occurring at night in their area.
According to NWS meteorologist Megan Williams, tornadoes are most likely to occur in the New Orleans, Louisiana region between 7pm and 3am, local time.
According to Ms Williams, individuals living in the area should take precautions to keep themselves safe by finding secure shelter and setting their phone ringtones to a high volume so they can be alerted in case of severe weather.
In case you missed it, according to the National Weather Service, traveling in the Midwest will be extremely hazardous or even impossible due to the approaching storm.
Due to a winter blizzard causing a severe storm with whiteout conditions and strong gusts of wind, the NWS cautions that travel in the Midwest area of the United States will be highly hazardous and potentially impossible.
The National Weather Service predicts wind chills to bring frigid temperatures, with wind gusts reaching 60-70 mph. Travelers are advised to pack a winter survival kit for their journey.
Travel in the Gulf Coast area will be hazardous until Wednesday due to the impact of Storm Finn, which is causing flash floods and strong winds.
Source: independent.co.uk
