As severe weather continues to impact various regions, the National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple alerts for thunderstorms and flash floods in different states. These weather events pose significant risks to communities, with potential hazards including strong winds, hail, and flash flooding.
In Nebraska, a Flash Flood Warning has been issued for northeastern Dawes County, with heavy rain causing concerns about flash flooding in the area. The NWS in Cheyenne, Wyoming, reported that up to 2 inches of rain have already fallen, with an expected rainfall rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. This warning highlights the immediate threat to small creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, and low-lying regions.
In Texas, a Special Weather Statement alerts residents to strong thunderstorms in areas like Guymon and Stratford, with wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and penny-sized hail expected. These conditions could lead to tree limb damage, unsecured object displacement, and minor hail damage to vegetation.
Similarly, Iowa and Illinois are facing strong thunderstorms, with winds exceeding 40 mph and half-inch hail reported in locations like Manchester and Dyersville. The NWS in Quad Cities emphasizes the potential for minor tree limb damage and outdoor object damage due to gusty winds.
In New Mexico, a Severe Thunderstorm Warning has been issued for counties like Curry and Roosevelt, with wind gusts of 60 mph posing risks to roofs, siding, and trees. The NWS in Albuquerque has reported severe thunderstorms moving eastward, impacting areas like Clovis, Portales, and Cannon Air Force Base.
Kansas is also experiencing severe weather, with a Special Weather Statement warning of a strong thunderstorm moving northeast at 20 mph. Wind gusts of 50 to 55 mph and nickel-sized hail could result in tree limb damage and minor hail damage to vegetation in rural areas.
Additionally, a Flood Advisory has been issued for parts of northwest and west-central Kansas, including Sherman and Wallace counties. Doppler radar indicates heavy rainfall from thunderstorms, leading to minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas.
As these severe weather events unfold, it is crucial for residents in affected areas to stay informed, heed warnings from local authorities, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety. The NWS continues to monitor these weather patterns closely to provide timely updates and alerts to communities at risk.
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References:
– NWS Cheyenne WY: [Flash Flood Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.ac13f88bad9c5e4dd4ea8afb0e9ce26499ebb761.001.1.cap)
– NWS Amarillo TX: [Special Weather Statement](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a5670f797fdf5ffc006082d30716504542f0155d.001.1.cap)
– NWS Quad Cities IA IL: [Special Weather Statement](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.3ec3927a17c3c4b541ee897ef010a69cba152893.001.1.cap)
– NWS Omaha/Valley NE: [Severe Thunderstorm Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.e7adcb2b12e4481e3a0bfefa8bb7e4669b23ae27.001.1.cap)
– NWS Albuquerque NM: [Severe Thunderstorm Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.ba0362e6432f0963e5c0203eed199d8477e3c24f.001.1.cap)
– NWS Dodge City KS: [Special Weather Statement](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.d9de257107db5353bd16a6eb224b8c5cad3714a3.001.1.cap)
– NWS Goodland KS: [Flood Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.5f76332888faa37ec7b2aad15443c9e33a08a631.001.1.cap)
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