The latest weather forecasts said that parts of the United States showed early signs of the spring season, significantly from Texas to New York.
Recently, parts of the Eastern and Southern US recorded spring-like temperatures after experiencing a big warmup.
Meanwhile, the National Weather Prediction Center and Reuters reported that the Northeast, Midwest and Southern California received severe winter conditions, bringing heavy snow and challenging winds.
In Southern California, forecasts said that flooding rainfall caused significant flooding.
In addition, South U.S. suffered from isolated tornadoes, particularly in Oklahoma, Kansas City and Texas.
Nature World News reported that widespread power outages and travel delays were recorded.
Likely early spring season in US
February 15, 2023 in New York City. There is a possibility that the early spring season could emerge in the United States, especially in Texas to New York, due to unseasonably warm temperatures.
Weather forecasts said that early signs of spring-like weather emerged this February, noting the early arrival of spring.
Although the winter season is near to end, weather agencies explained that there could still be a chance of more winter storms and snowstorms.
According to The Guardian and AccuWeather forecasts, early spring is possible this year.
Forecasts said that parts of the U.S. recorded a big warmup and unseasonably warm weather, especially in Georgia, Atlanta and Florida.
The Guardian further said the early blooms of maples and tulip trees in parts of North Carolina.
AccuWeather reported that parts of Austin, Texas recorded early flowering and budding, which are unusual during winter.
Meanwhile, Nature World News also showed that Washington, D.C., could expect early blooming beautiful cherry blossoms in the area.
The possible early bloom of cherry blossoms is considered unusual. Cherry Blossom Watch Washington D.C. reported that the cherry blossom trees commonly bloom in the last week of March or April's first week.
The report added that the warmer temperatures could have contributed to the early blooming of cherry blossom trees.
On the other hand, AccuWeather said that NYC residents had the early taste of spring-like temperatures after the noticeably warmer winter in the region.
Previous forecasts said that NYC recorded the first measurable snowfall in February. The weather forecasts explained that leaves began to appear, although it is still in the winter season.
Furthermore, The Guardian reported that early spring was noticeable in parts of Texas, about 20 days earlier than expected.
According to Director Teresa Crimmins from National Phenology Network, the report noted that burning fossil fuels impacts temperatures and global heating.
The report also noted the concerning impact of early springs on the environment.
The shifting seasons due to climate change could affect insects, pollination and food sources.
National Weather Service's forecasts
On the other hand, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that heavy snow is expected to unleash in parts of the Northeast this week as the storms affect West Coast.
In addition, the advisory added the possibility of derecho or challenging thunderstorms.
Forecasts warned of isolated tornadoes and hail in parts of the South, especially in Oklahoma, Dallas, Texas and Kansas City.
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