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Fall is a great time to prepare your home for winter weather emergencies! Winter storms can knock out power and keep you from traveling for days. Keep enough non-perishable food, water, medications for at least 3 days. weather.gov

Showers and thunderstorms, some severe, with heavy rain will continue over parts of the central and southern High Plains. Localized areas of flash flooding are also possible in parts of southern Florida.

Heavy rainfall is expected across the Four Corners region today with the heaviest precipitation occurring over southern facing terrain. A moderate risk of excessive rainfall is in effect for portions of southern UT into SWrn CO. . Visit weather.gov for your local forecast updates!

A Moderate Risk ERO is in effect tomorrow across portions of Southwestern Colorado. Rainfall totals of 2-3 inches, local 5 inches, atop snow melt on higher terrain will allow for locally significant flash and riverine flooding. The Four Corners may see scattered flash flooding.

A subtropical storm could form later today or tonight off the U.S. east coast. This system has already produced coastal flooding, beach erosion, and marine impacts and will continue to due so as it slowly moves away from the coast this week. hurricanes.gov

A rare risk for tornadoes and severe weather exists across both the Desert Southwest and the Southern California Coastline today. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather alerts and warnings! weather.gov

Severe thunderstorms including large hail and tornado risks are expected on Wednesday especially across Arizona and nearby parts of the Four Corners area and Lower Colorado River Valley. A localized severe risk may also exist along the coast of central/southern California.

Here's a more detailed look at the expected rainfall amounts through Thursday night. See weather.gov for more.

A strong Pacific weather system will bring a deep surge of moisture to the southwestern US Wednesday and Thursday, with periods of widespread showers and thunderstorms expected. A Flood Watch is in already effect for Wednesday and Thursday in much of Arizona. Monitor weather.gov for the latest.

A strong Pacific weather system will bring a deep surge of moisture to the southwestern US Wednesday and Thursday, with periods of widespread showers and thunderstorms expected. A Flood Watch is in already effect for Wednesday and Thursday in much of Arizona. Monitor weather.gov for the latest.

A Nor'easter will create hazardous marine and coastal conditions along the Mid-Atlantic coast through mid-week, with significant coastal flooding and beach erosion possible. Keep up with the latest at weather.gov.

Not all winter precipitation is the same! Depending on the layer of warm and cold air between the clouds and the ground, a winter storm can bring very different hazards to your doorstep. Understanding these key winter weather terms can help you make smart decisions this winter!

A developing Nor'easter is forecast to create hazardous marine and coastal conditions along the Mid-Atlantic coast through mid-week. Here are the latest Key Messages from the Weather Prediction Center.

Thunderstorms capable of producing damaging winds and perhaps a tornado or two are expected across parts of the Mid-Atlantic into southern New England, mainly this afternoon and early evening. Find the latest outlooks at spc.noaa.gov and the latest watches and warnings at weather.gov.

Winter storms are complex & a small change in track or temperature can mean rain, ice or snow. Probabilistic forecasts can show low- to high-end scenarios & overall confidence. Knowing the full picture helps you make smart decisions & stay safe during winter storms. ❄️ More at www.wpc.ncep.noaa.gov.

Santa Ana winds will continue to impact southern CA through Saturday. Visit weather.gov for your latest local forecast updates! These winds, which can easily exceed 40 miles per hour, are warm and dry, and can severely exacerbate brush or forest fires, especially under drought conditions.

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Just in: NOAA’s U.S. Winter Outlook calls for warmer-than-average temperatures for much of the northern tier. What conditions could you expect in your hometown? --> Find out more at noaa.gov/news-release... Via nws.noaa.gov Climate Prediction Center #WinterOutlook #Winter

Strong winds and low humidity will bring an increasing wildfire threat to portions of CA today. Check weather.gov. A Fire Weather Watch means BE PREPARED, critical fire weather conditions are expected. A Red Flag Warning means critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly

Some weather whiplash is on the way for the Eastern U.S.! After record-breaking high temperatures today, this weekend will see more fall-like conditions as temps fall more than 30 degrees! Find your forecast at weather.gov

Storms across the Southern Plains pose a dual threat today for flooding and severe weather. Up to 7 inches of rain have already fallen with several more inches possible through tomorrow morning. Follow the forecast updates at weather.gov

We are continuing our nationwide search for early-career meteorologists with a new round of hiring! We’ve streamlined our USAJobs announcements and have new options for applicants to select location preferences.

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✅ You can apply to each vacancy group ✅ You can select multiple locations for each announcement NEW: use the new applicant questionnaire in the announcement to prioritize and rank your top desired locations! Apply early to increase your chances! 📅The first review cycle closes October 17, 2026

Previous Applicants: Still interested in joining our team? Please apply to these new announcements to be considered for these new opportunities. Good luck!

We are continuing our nationwide search for early-career meteorologists with a new round of hiring! We’ve streamlined our USAJobs announcements and have new options for applicants to select location preferences.

A multi-day rain event is expected to bring heavy rainfall and scattered flash flooding from the southern Plains into central Plains, mid-Mississippi and Ohio Valleys. There is a Slight Risk (Level 2 of 4) of Excessive Rainfall. See the latest at weather.gov and as always: Turn Around, Don't Drown.

Severe weather outlook today (Tues): Widely scattered severe storms capable of large hail, damaging winds, and possibly a tornado are expected over portions of the central and southern Plains into the Lower Missouri Valley this afternoon into tonight. weather.gov

Widely scattered severe storms capable of large hail and damaging winds appear possible over portions of the central and southern Plains into the Lower MO Valley Tuesday afternoon into night. More isolated severe weather may occur from southwest TX into the mid MS Valley, and in parts of NY.

Tue/Tue Night severe weather outlook: Widely scattered severe storms appear possible over portions of the central and southern High Plains Tuesday afternoon into night. More isolated severe weather may occur into the mid Mississippi Valley, and in parts of the Lower Great Lakes. Weather.gov

A couple of tornadoes remain possible across parts eastern North Carolina and southeastern Virginia into early evening. Additional storms with isolated severe gusts will be possible in parts of the Desert Southwest and Four Corners region. Weather.gov

Areas of heavy rainfall from the remnants of #Rachel and its associated moisture will continue to result in the potential for significant flash and urban flooding today from Southern California into the Great Basin and portions of the Southwest United States. Weather.gov

Tropical Storm Rachel will bring hazardous conditions to Baja California and the Southwest this weekend, including damaging winds, flash flooding, and life-threatening surf and rip currents. Coastal flooding and erosion are also expected to worsen. hurricanes.gov

Heavy rainfall associated with the post-tropical remnants of #Isaias will be spreading quickly northward into the Tennessee Valley, Southern Appalachians and Southeast today.

Considerable flash and urban flooding will be possible. Landslides are also possible across the Southern Appalachians. Additional heavy rains are possible across portions of Northwest FL and heavy rains are also possible across coastal Southwest FL, resulting in flash flooding. hurricanes.gov

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10PM CT update on #Isaias: A life-threatening storm surge is expected from Dauphin Island, Alabama, to Suwannee, Florida where a Storm Surge Warning remains in effect. Residents in the warning area should continue to follow advice given by local officials.

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Isaias will bring areas of heavy rainfall to the central U.S. Gulf coast and much of the Southeast through the weekend. Considerable flash and urban flooding, along with significant river flooding, will be possible. Landslides are also possible across the Southern Appalachians.

The tornado potential will continue through tonight. The greatest risk will be east of the center, particularly across the Florida Panhandle into southern Georgia. This risk will continue spreading north-northeast across parts of the Southeast on Saturday. hurricanes.gov

10PM CT update on #Isaias: A life-threatening storm surge is expected from Dauphin Island, Alabama, to Suwannee, Florida where a Storm Surge Warning remains in effect. Residents in the warning area should continue to follow advice given by local officials.

Extremely dangerous and damaging hurricane-force winds, especially in gusts, are expected over portions of the L Panhandle and southern AL where a Hurricane Warning remains in effect. Residents in these areas should have a safe room to ride out the storm and prepare for long-duration power outages.

Damaging wind gusts are likely over a large portion of the southeastern U.S. from western and northern GA and the southern Appalachians, westward over much of central and northern AL, southern middle TN, and MS, especially in areas of higher terrain.

NWS Doppler Radar data indicate that Hurricane Isaias made landfall near Destin, Florida, around 830 PM CDT with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph (165 km/h). The estimated minimum central pressure is 971 mb (28.67 inches). See more at hurricanes.gov

An Extreme Wind Warning has been issued for portions of the Florida Panhandle as #Isaias approaches. Hurricane force winds are imminent in these regions. Treat this as you would a tornado warning and get into your safe place immediately!