Weather in Rockies, Plains: Stormy Conditions, Travel Concerns To Hit This Weekend

The latest weather forecast warned of stormy conditions in the Rockies and Plains this week, causing dangerous travel disruptions and slower commutes.

NWS Los Angeles reported that a band of heavy snow is likely in the region, especially in Southern Barbara County. The advisory warned of a significant risk of creek and road flooding in the late week.

The advisory also added that moderate to excessive rainfall is likely in Southern California. Homeowners should check for flooding issues on Thursday, especially in flood-prone areas.

In San Diego, residents can anticipate a showery outlook starting Wednesday. The storm chances are likely until the end of the work week. In addition, urban flooding and flash floods can occur due to excessive rainfall conditions.

Meanwhile, the National Weather Service (NWS) warned of an unsettled weather outlook in the Pacific Northwest. A slow-moving upper slow can bring Southwest in the late week, especially in flood-prone areas.

Weather in the Rockies, Plains: Where Will Stormy Outlook Unload?

More Americans are expected to enjoy outdoor activities and hit the road this Christmas and Holiday. However, the main dangers are winter storms, heavy snow, blizzards, freezing rain and extreme cold.

Snow-covered streets and roads can likely threaten outdoor plans in parts of the US, especially for residents near the Rockies and Plains. According to the latest forecast, cooler and rainy outlook are possible in parts of the US.

In the late week, the cooler outlook will be likely in the following areas:

• Boston
• New York City
• Washington
• Charlotte
• Jacksonville

In addition, the rounds of rain are expected in the following areas:

• Chicago
• Kansas City
• Minneapolis
• Dallas
• Houston
• Los Angeles
• Seattle

On the weekend, the rainy outlook will spread in the following areas:

• Minneapolis
• Chicago
• Kansas City
• Memphis
• Dallas
• Houston

A drier outlook will unfold in Los Angeles and San Francisco. On Christmas Day, a rainy outlook will be likely in Chicago, Kansas City, Memphis, Chicago, Jacksonville, Miami and Charlotte. A cooler outlook will spread over Dallas and Houston.

Weather in the Rockies, Plains: Staying Safe From Freezing Rain, Heavy Snow

The most important thing during Christmas is anticipating the weather conditions in parts of the US. In the Midwest and Northern Plains, temperatures can be higher than usual, reaching from 15 to 25 degrees above normal.

Here are essential weather reminders for residents in the Rockies and Plains.

• Homeowners should avoid prolonged exposure to cold weather and any unnecessary travel.
• Wearing layered winter clothes is recommended to prevent hypothermia and frostbite, especially for older adults and people with medical conditions.
• Keeping survival kits is essential for homeowners and motorists in the Rockies and Plains.

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