As various weather-related alerts are issued across different regions of the United States, it is essential for residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. From dense fog to rip currents, high surf, coastal floods, and freeze warnings, a range of weather phenomena is impacting different parts of the country.
In Oregon and Washington, a Dense Fog Advisory has been issued, with visibility reduced to one quarter mile or less in certain areas, making driving conditions hazardous. The advisory is in effect until 11 AM PDT, urging motorists to exercise caution on the roads.
In Alabama and Florida, a Rip Current Statement warns of dangerous rip currents along the coastal areas of Mobile and Baldwin Counties in Alabama and Escambia, Santa Rosa, and Okaloosa Counties in Florida. Swimmers are advised to be vigilant as rip currents can swiftly carry individuals away from the shore into deeper waters.
Along the northern Washington coast, a High Surf Advisory is in place, with large breaking waves of 18 to 22 feet at 15-second intervals. Strong surf and sneaker waves pose risks of knocking people off their feet, moving debris, and causing coastal erosion. The advisory remains in effect until 11 PM PDT.
In the Florida Keys, a Coastal Flood Statement predicts minor saltwater flooding, particularly in low-lying areas. The statement warns of overflowing storm drains, overtopped seawalls and docks, and reduced clearance under fixed bridges. Motorists are advised to be cautious of saltwater mix in puddles around high tide times.
In Texas, Freeze Warnings have been issued for Crosby, Lubbock, Lynn, Terry, Briscoe Counties, and the Rolling Plains, and far southeastern Texas Panhandle. Sub-freezing temperatures as low as 25 degrees are expected, posing risks to crops, sensitive vegetation, and outdoor plumbing. The warnings are in effect until early Thursday morning.
Additionally, a Coastal Flood Advisory in Saint Mary’s County, Maryland, warns of up to one foot of inundation above ground level due to tidal flooding. Water levels are expected to be elevated, impacting roads, yards, and structures, especially around high tide times.
As extreme weather events continue to affect different parts of the United States, it is crucial for residents to heed official warnings, stay informed, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and well-being.
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References:
– Dense Fog Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.1a4d25c09f8f918c25cf7e160cd169ec185e9284.002.1.cap
– Rip Current Statement: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.8bc3140578c5ace070baf4cd29fbf1d742d614c1.001.1.cap
– High Surf Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.f1d1274f261f382cb53ddd87ec3d807ea9f8ee6b.002.1.cap
– Coastal Flood Statement: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.52b8b13199658992d02a38504bc71823c2b23198.001.1.cap
– Freeze Warnings: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.2f7ded168f30bb63435762f3ffb40dc9891913f5.001.1.cap, https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.2f7ded168f30bb63435762f3ffb40dc9891913f5.003.2.cap, https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.2f7ded168f30bb63435762f3ffb40dc9891913f5.003.2.cap
– Coastal Flood Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.32a7e0da2350d7d1078dd1c59f14e61ff964c0d4.004.2.cap
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