Nocturnal tornadoes can threaten portions of the central and eastern US, with possible severe thunderstorms and heavy rain. People with travel plans should stay updated with the weather to avoid challenging weather conditions.
The last week of February is expected to bring troublesome weather conditions to portions of the U.S. Americans struggled against challenging weather conditions, with a chance of severe thunderstorms, winter storms, flooding rainfall, and flash flood risks.
The National Weather Service (NWS) advisory reported that a significant winter storm could impact parts of the Western US this early week. Homeowners should stay alert for heavy snow and hazardous travel conditions.
In addition, the NWS advisory showed that light rain conditions could emerge in the Ohio Valley and Carolinas. NWS monitors a potential cold front this late week, bringing snowy conditions to the Rockies and Cascades.
In eastern and central US, homeowners should watch out for possible nocturnal tornadoes that could cause significant damage to trees, powerlines, infrastructure and homes.
Severe Thunderstorms and Nocturnal Tornadoes in Eastern and Central US
The latest weather forecast showed that damaging winds and severe thunderstorms could impact the central and eastern US. The troublesome weather outlook could impact the Great Plains, Tennessee Valleys and Mississippi.
On Tuesday or Wednesday, the severe thunderstorm threat could emerge, bringing severe risk and travel disruption. People traveling this week should watch out for travel concerns and delays.
In the early week, the poor weather conditions are expected in the following areas:
- Chicago
- Columbus
- Louisville
- Nashville
- Birmingham
- Little Rock
Meanwhile, a colder weather outlook is forecast in Minneapolis, Omaha, Rapid City, Wichita and Lubbock. On the other hand, warm and humid conditions could emerge in Houston and New Orleans.
In the middle week, homeowners should anticipate possible isolated tornadoes, hail and damaging wind gusts in the following areas:
- Little Rock
- Springfield
- St. Louis
- Little Rock
- Cincinnati
- Fort Wayne
- Shreveport
- High Plains of Texas
In addition, the forecast warned that residents in Texas, Wisconsin, Ohio, and Michigan are vulnerable to severe weather conditions, causing slower commutes and power outages. The nocturnal tornadoes can become challenging during at night.
On Wednesday, the severe thunderstorm threat could spread over the following areas:
- Columbus
- Pittsburgh
- Charleston
- Knoxville
- Nashville
- Memphis
- Roanoke
- Birmingham
Next week, the retreating warmth is forecast in the following areas:
- Des Moines
- Columbus
- New York
- Norfork
- Atlanta
- Memphis
- New Orleans
- Houston
- Oklahoma City
- Odessa
- New York
In New York, the forecast showed that cooler-than-normal temperatures are likely. The warming outlook will likely spread early next week, with a potential milder outlook.
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Staying Safe From Nocturnal Tornadoes and Severe Thunderstorms
The forecast warned of severe thunderstorms and nocturnal tornadoes next week. Slower commutes and power outages are likely in the affected areas.
Homeowners should keep updated with the weather. Preparing emergency kits is also advisable to keep safe from severe thunderstorms.
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