As the Southwest United States faces a series of severe weather events, including flash floods, coastal flooding, and winter weather advisories, residents and authorities are on high alert. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple warnings and advisories across Arizona, Oregon, and North Carolina, emphasizing the potential dangers and impacts of these weather phenomena.
In Arizona, the NWS Phoenix office has issued Flood Warnings and Flash Flood Warnings for Maricopa County, with heavy rainfall causing low-water crossings to be inundated and slow-moving or standing water in many areas. The excessive rainfall is expected to continue, leading to potentially life-threatening flash flooding in creeks, streams, urban areas, highways, streets, and underpasses. Additionally, a Flood Watch has been issued for southeast Arizona, with the possibility of flooding in rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying areas.
In Oregon, the NWS Portland office has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central Cascades of Oregon. Wet snow above 4000 ft is expected, with total snow accumulations of 2 to 7 inches. Roads, bridges, and overpasses are likely to become slick and hazardous, posing risks to travelers and commuters in the region.
On the East Coast, the NWS Newport/Morehead City office has issued Coastal Flood Warnings, High Surf Advisories, and Beach Hazards Statements for Carteret County in North Carolina. Inundation of up to 2 to 4 feet above ground level, large breaking waves of 10 to 15 feet in the surf zone, dangerous rip currents, and strong longshore currents are expected, posing threats to life, property, and coastal areas.
These weather events highlight the importance of preparedness, vigilance, and adherence to safety guidelines issued by local authorities and meteorological agencies. Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay informed, avoid unnecessary travel, and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety and well-being.
As climate change continues to influence weather patterns and intensify extreme weather events, it is crucial for communities to prioritize resilience, adaptation, and sustainable practices to mitigate the impacts of such events in the future.
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References:
– [NWS Phoenix AZ – Flood Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.aa9396a133f89e5aba2c86a341ff9823fa2937df.001.1.cap)
– [NWS Tucson AZ – Flood Watch](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.a21c8e4abb8fd53541b992d3c11af96656510c1c.001.1.cap)
– [NWS Portland OR – Winter Weather Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.3c25f4b04e8ee7e6122d7faa54c95856f62a4ac4.001.1.cap)
– [NWS Phoenix AZ – Flash Flood Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.97681a5115669ac790fd5220241e6adbd10a53d7.001.1.cap)
– [NWS Newport/Morehead City NC – Coastal Flood Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.87d0705970af4dd1206b2d34f9acf83c26bf1114.001.1.cap)
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