On November 18, 2020, multiple severe weather events have been reported across the United States, prompting various warnings and advisories from the National Weather Service (NWS). From dense fog to flash floods and strong thunderstorms, these weather phenomena are impacting different regions, posing risks to residents and travelers.
In Alabama and Mississippi, a Dense Fog Advisory has been issued by the NWS Mobile AL, warning of visibility dropping to one quarter mile or less in dense fog. This advisory is in effect from midnight tonight until 9 AM CST Wednesday, potentially creating hazardous driving conditions in the affected areas.
In Arizona, particularly in Maricopa County, residents are facing a Flash Flood Warning and a Flood Warning. The Flash Flood Warning, issued by the NWS Phoenix AZ, highlights the life-threatening flash flooding caused by thunderstorms producing heavy rainfall. Emergency management reported a water rescue, and additional rainfall could exacerbate the situation. The Flood Warning, also issued by the NWS Phoenix AZ, emphasizes the imminent or ongoing flooding of rivers, creeks, and low-lying areas due to excessive rainfall.
In West Virginia, a Special Weather Statement from the NWS Charleston WV warns of strong thunderstorms with wind gusts up to 40 mph. This weather event could potentially lead to tree damage and the blowing around of unsecured objects in various locations, including Charleston and Nitro.
Furthermore, in Wisconsin, a Dense Fog Advisory has been issued by the NWS Green Bay WI for several counties, where visibility is expected to be reduced to one-quarter mile or less due to dense fog. The advisory, in effect until 8 AM CST Wednesday, may create hazardous driving conditions, especially in areas where recent snowfall has occurred.
Lastly, a Flood Advisory has been issued for Yavapai County in Arizona by the NWS Flagstaff AZ, indicating minor flooding in creeks and dry washes due to heavy rainfall from thunderstorms. The advisory, in effect until 9:30 PM MST, warns of potential flooding in various locations, including Horse Thief Basin and Black Canyon City.
These severe weather events underscore the importance of staying informed and prepared for changing weather conditions. Residents in the affected areas are advised to heed the warnings from local authorities and take necessary precautions to ensure their safety.
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References:
– NWS Mobile AL: [Dense Fog Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.667dbae9365348529c8d2a3dbe06d94d2d99c3ee.001.1.cap)
– NWS Phoenix AZ: [Flash Flood Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.7a420e44f9b07b5815539d56dac58d479a9b891d.001.1.cap), [Flood Warning](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.463728993709f5087e250bb728bab8abf97892bb.001.1.cap)
– NWS Charleston WV: [Special Weather Statement](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.2bbc2c7c77e96113497c5e7ddde12c6143db3fcc.001.1.cap)
– NWS Green Bay WI: [Dense Fog Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.4f68a73ff4ecc9edb43f6831e4308eb98a62500f.001.1.cap)
– NWS Flagstaff AZ: [Flood Advisory](https://api.weather.gov/alerts/urn:oid:2.49.0.1.840.0.db9c5d8624465fe969092307c5c2eb8aa1ebf47c.001.1.cap)
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