As severe weather continues to impact various regions in the United States, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple alerts, including flash flood warnings and dense fog advisories. These weather events pose significant risks to communities and travelers, emphasizing the importance of staying informed and taking necessary precautions.
In Texas, the NWS Fort Worth has extended a Flash Flood Warning for several counties, including Collin, Dallas, Denton, and Tarrant. Heavy rain has already caused between 1 and 3.5 inches of rainfall, leading to ongoing flash flooding. Areas like Dallas, Fort Worth, Arlington, and Plano are experiencing flooding of small creeks, urban areas, highways, and streets. The impact of these thunderstorms is significant, with radar and automated gauges monitoring the situation closely.
Similarly, in Iowa and South Dakota, Dense Fog Advisories have been issued by the NWS Des Moines and NWS Sioux Falls, respectively. Visibility is dropping to one quarter mile or less in Pocahontas, Sac Counties, and portions of northwest and west-central Iowa and southwest Minnesota. The low visibility poses hazardous driving conditions, urging individuals to exercise caution on the roads.
Additionally, a Flood Advisory remains in effect for southern and eastern Dallas County in Texas. Excessive rainfall continues to cause urban and small stream flooding, affecting areas like Garland, Grand Prairie, Mesquite, and Desoto. The advisory warns of minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas due to heavy rain earlier in the morning.
While some regions are experiencing the end of flooding threats, as seen in the expiration of the Flood Watch for south-central Arizona, others are still grappling with adverse weather conditions. Patchy dense fog persists in central and north-central Montana, affecting travel in the golden triangle area. Variable visibility down to a quarter mile requires drivers to slow down and allow extra time to reach their destinations.
As these weather events unfold, it is crucial for individuals to heed the warnings issued by the NWS and take appropriate safety measures. Stay updated on weather alerts, avoid driving in hazardous conditions if possible, and prioritize personal safety during severe weather events.
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References:
– NWS Fort Worth Flash Flood Warning: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4980981a220ae2c8327762a56d49f250abee4678.001.1.cap
– NWS Des Moines Dense Fog Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.552b291c7c6d5fa0542162f8008ccabde90069f1.001.1.cap
– NWS Sioux Falls Dense Fog Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.1164266317460beff1107307cc509d26ef8b6cd6.002.1.cap
– NWS Fort Worth Flood Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5587bfa997643e61afbced0af5cf363e73e68d41.001.1.cap
– NWS Phoenix Flood Watch: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.74eed44feed9bd7407ec0f721bfe3849591a0019.001.1.cap
– NWS Great Falls Special Weather Statement: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5387f5d59e3c00c6d91cc5a3b02e12b169fd5310.001.1.cap
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