The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued two severe weather alerts in different parts of the United States, warning residents of potential hazards. The first alert is a Flood Warning issued for the Cache River near Patterson, affecting Woodruff and Jackson Counties in Arkansas. The river is currently experiencing minor flooding, with the water level at 9.3 feet as of Wednesday morning. The forecast predicts that the river will fall below flood stage by Friday morning, but residents are advised to take precautions until early Saturday afternoon. Low swampy timberland along the river is expected to flood, and flood gates should be closed to prevent further damage.
In addition to the Flood Warning, a Wind Advisory has been issued for several counties in Ohio and Pennsylvania. West winds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts up to 50 mph, are expected from 1 PM to 10 PM EST. The advisory includes Lorain, Ashtabula Lakeshore, Cuyahoga, and Lake Counties in Ohio, as well as Northern Erie and Southern Erie Counties in Pennsylvania. Gusty winds may blow around unsecured objects, potentially causing tree limbs to fall and leading to power outages in some areas. The highest wind gusts are anticipated near the lakeshore late in the afternoon and evening.
These weather alerts serve as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of weather patterns and the importance of staying informed and prepared for potential emergencies. Residents in the affected areas are encouraged to monitor local news outlets and official weather sources for updates and follow any safety instructions provided by authorities.
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References:
– Flood Warning: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4f41d99630996faf3508ff267bac916f6dd23f02.001.1.cap
– Wind Advisory: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.b5729a90414ba7b2486997692d8bb737d6912422.001.1.cap
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