As winter approaches, severe weather conditions are impacting various regions in the United States. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued multiple alerts, including Flood Advisories and Winter Weather Advisories, for California and New York.
In Northern New York, a Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for Franklin, northern St. Lawrence, western Clinton, and western Essex Counties. The advisory warns of mixed precipitation, including freezing rain and snow, with total ice accumulations of up to two-tenths of an inch and snow accumulations of up to one inch. The advisory is in effect until 1 AM EST Sunday, potentially causing difficult travel conditions.
In California, Flood Advisories have been issued for various counties, including San Diego, Riverside, San Bernardino, and Kern. The alerts indicate flooding caused by excessive rainfall, with Doppler radar showing heavy rain due to thunderstorms. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Additional rainfall amounts are expected, leading to minor flooding and dangerous flows over low-water crossings.
Moreover, a Special Weather Statement and Fire Weather Watch have been issued for Raleigh, North Carolina. The statement warns of increased fire danger due to low relative humidity values and gusty winds, advising against outdoor burning. The Fire Weather Watch highlights the potential for dangerous fire weather conditions on Sunday, with strong winds, low humidity, and dry fuels posing a risk for rapid fire spread.
These severe weather alerts underscore the importance of staying informed and prepared for changing weather conditions. Residents in the affected areas are urged to exercise caution, monitor local weather updates, and follow safety guidelines provided by authorities.
As climate change continues to influence weather patterns, it is crucial for communities to adapt and mitigate risks associated with extreme weather events. By promoting resilience and preparedness, individuals and authorities can work together to minimize the impact of severe weather on lives and property.
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References:
– Winter Weather Advisory by NWS Burlington VT: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.26747a3efb4e46459ae8364d0f1c0f5fa355127a.001.1.cap
– Flood Advisory by NWS San Diego CA: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.8b4b4d063db20e47d53e754c032628f6de6dd49a.001.1.cap
– Winter Weather Advisory by NWS Hanford CA: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.080ae6b333e02486d83ea4d94dcf8510961d061f.001.1.cap
– Flood Advisory by NWS San Diego CA: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.af010cb634d5bf0e7e28812ee65798195ba23b92.001.1.cap
– Special Weather Statement by NWS Raleigh NC: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.16a858e104f14bfb1f90a90a4535713d5ba7c86b.001.1.cap
– Fire Weather Watch by NWS Raleigh NC: https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.38db278a818db7041c82a7884c1e3c9dc312ba65.001.1.cap
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