Thunderstorms are expected in Lake Michigan and Eastern Iowa, bringing dangerous travel and power outages this week. People with travel plans should limit outdoor activities due to the threat of thunderstorms.
The National Weather Service (NWS) monitors a low-pressure system in the Great Lakes and Upper Midwest this late week. In the Northern Plains, wintry precipitation is likely.
In the Great Lakes region, showers and thunderstorms are likely, including in Tennessee, Ohio Valleys, the southern Plains the Gulf of Mexico, a southerly flow is possible. In the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, a cold front and precipitation are likely on the weekend.
In this week's weather, homeowners should also stay alert for thunderstorms, flooding and heavy rains. Lightning could become life-threatening.
Weather in Iowa and Parts of US
In the latest weather advisory, southern US and eastern Iowa could expect challenging weather conditions, with thunderstorms. People with travel plans should consider the weather this week, or monitor the road conditions before traveling.
In Houston, residents should also anticipate the heavy rains this weekend. On Saturday, a cold front could unfold. A chance of heavy downpours could lead to localized street flooding and the rise of water in creeks or streams.
In addition, Kansas City can expect a warm and windy outlook this week. Strong winds could reach peak gusts of 45 mph. Homeowners should check for potential Wind Advisories.
By the end of next week, the NWS Climate Prediction Center reported the potential return of flooding in Arizona and Arizona by the end of next week (February 16 to 21). The forecast warned of hazardous heavy precipitation in parts of California.
The localized flooding can threaten low-lying areas in Arizona and California, bringing potential flash floods and rock falls. Motorists traveling on the said dates should be careful with the dangerous road conditions.
Recently, California experienced rounds of heavy rain that brought widespread flooding and road hazards. The weather conditions became more challenging due to the atmospheric river impact.
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Weather Preparedness in the US from Heavy Rain, Flooding
The latest weather forecast warned of thunderstorms in portions of Iowa. Lightning strikes can lead to dangerous situations. When a thunderstorm unfolds, homeowners should keep away from open areas, powerlines, or trees. Evacuating to secured areas is important to stay safe from lightning threats.
On the other hand, rain and flooding could hit parts of California that recently suffered from flooding hazards. Low-lying areas or flooded communities are at risk of moderate to severe flooding.
Homeowners should watch or stay updated with the latest forecasts. Keeping flooding emergency kits is also advisable, especially when evacuating.
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