Flooding Concerns To Impact Southern US This Week Amidst Winter Storm Threat

The latest weather forecast warned of flooding risk in the southern US this week due to the heavy precipitation. The rain is expected to ease the drought concerns in the southwestern US.

In the NWS Reno, homeowners should keep updated with the Winter Weather Advisory on Monday. Challenging commutes are likely in the Mono County and Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

The National Weather Service (NWS) monitors the upper-level trough in the Southern Rockies. Snow conditions are expected to spread in the Midwest and Lower Michigan. The lake-effect snow is forecast in the Great Lakes and Central Appalachians.

In addition, a mix of snow and rain is likely in the Four Corners on Monday and early next week. Americans traveling this week should stay alert for the road conditions in the Southern US.

Flooding Concerns in the Southern US

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According to the latest forecast, flooding risk is forecast in parts of the Gulf Coast and Southern US. Residents in the low-lying areas are vulnerable to moderate to severe flooding in the region.

Although the wet weather would ease the drought concerns, the flooding can still become dangerous. Strong winds can likely unfold in portions of Oklahoma City and Minneapolis.

The rain concerns are expected in Houston, Corpus Christi, Little Rock, Shreveport and Abilene. Meanwhile, ice conditions can spread over the following areas:

Kansas City
Wichita
Oklahoma City
St. Louis

The colder conditions and freezing outlook could unload from Northeast Texas to Illinois. Homeowners in St. Louis and Oklahoma are at risk of ice conditions and cold-related concerns.

Flooding potential is forecast in the following areas:

Jackson
New Orleans
Jackson
Houston
Corpus Christi
San Antonio
Austin
Little Rock
Shreveport

In Houston, the forecast also warned of stormy conditions in the city, with chances of locally heavy rain this week. In the early week, rainfall concerns are expected in Houston, Springfield, Dallas, Little Rock, Montgomery, Knoxville, Atlanta, Tallahassee, Virginia Beach and Raleigh.

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Weather Safety Concerns in the US: How to Stay Safe From Heavy Rain

The latest weather forecast warned of challenging conditions in the Southern US this week due to heavy rain and flooding potential. People should stay alert for Flood Watch and Warnings this week.

The rain will be mixed with colder conditions, especially in the Northwest, South and Northeast. The troublesome weather can cause travel concerns due to foggy outlook and slippery roads.

Limiting outdoor plans is also helpful, especially when travel becomes unnecessary. Due to the threats of winter storms, storing emergency kits is important for homeowners.