Tropical Storm Alvin Spins in Pacific, Not Expected to Enter Gulf
The National Hurricane Center announced its first named storm of the hurricane season this week, and it formed in the Pacific Ocean.
Tropical Storm Alvin was announced on May 29, spotted about 565 miles south-southeast of Mexico's Baja California peninsula with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph and moving northwest at 12 mph.
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Alvin's Moisture Will Bring Rain To Southwest, Increased Storm Chances In The Plains
The moisture of ex-Tropical Storm Alvin is bound for the Southwest U.S., where it will help to enhance unusual rainfall for this time of year and then go on to help spawn storms in the central U.S. in the week ahead. Remnant moisture from Alvin in combination with an upper low will help trigger the development of showers and thunderstorms over the Southwest U.S. on Sunday and Monday, including Phoenix and Tucson. The additional cloud cover and rain will keep temperatures as much as 15 degrees cooler than we have seen recently. This is a rather unusually wet pattern for the end of May and beginning of June, there. June is typically one of the driest months of the year in this region since it precedes monsoonal rains that arrive later in summer. Up to an inch of rain could fall across portions of the Four Corners region. Localized flash flooding is possible on Sunday in southern Arizona. The severe thunderstorm chances will also grow from the Dakotas to the Central Plains Monday and Tuesday as Alvin's moisture gets pulled into a sprawling area of low pressure that will pivot from the Central Rockies to the Upper Midwest. NOAA's Storm Prediction Center has said that severe weather is possible: - Monday: Storms are most likely from the Texas Panhandle to southern Minnesota. However, we could still see storms from western Texas to northern Minnesota. The main threats with these storms will be damaging winds and hail, as the storms march eastward throughout the afternoon and evening hours. Places like North Platte, Amarillo, Sioux Falls and Denver need to be on the lookout for storms. - Tuesday: From central Texas to southern Wisconsin will see the biggest threat, however, we could see scattered storms stretch as far north as the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Strong, damaging winds and hail will be the main threats. This includes places like Dallas, Tulsa, Kansas City, Cedar Rapids and Madison, Wisconsin. Make sure to check back often for updates to the forecast. Jennifer Gray is a weather and climate writer for She has been covering some of the world's biggest weather and climate stories for the last two decades.
USA Today
6 hours ago
- USA Today
Hurricane season is here, and the nation's top forecaster has an urgent message
Hurricane season is here, and the nation's top forecaster has an urgent message USA TODAY spoke with National Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan about what you should do to prepare for hurricane season, which starts June 1. Show Caption Hide Caption NOAA predicts at least three hurricanes this season NOAA predicts the three major hurricanes in the 2025 hurricane season. No one could have foreseen how traumatic Hurricane Helene would be for so many people in so many states, but it underscores precisely why National Hurricane Center Director Michael Brennan stresses individual preparation for hurricane season, which begins June 1. The biggest thing people need to know is their own risk – from storm surge, wind, heavy rainfall, flooding, tornadoes and rip currents – regardless of how far they live from where a tropical storm or hurricane makes landfall, Brennan says. Helene and its aftermath, which killed 248 and caused almost $80 billion in damage, clearly demonstrated how destruction can occur miles inland or far from landfall. 'Getting ready for hurricane season is all about knowing that risk and starting the hurricane season ready for what that risk might be and how it might present itself to you,' Brennan said in a chat with USA TODAY about what people need to know and do as the season begins. If he could speak with each one of the more than 200 million people who face hurricane risks in the United States, he would remind them to stay focused on: Your risks, especially for storm surge and flooding. Early planning and preparation. The hazards of each storm. Conditions immediately after the storm. Here are eight things Brennan wants you to remember: Know whether you live in a storm surge zone, then plan ahead If you live in a storm surge zone, evacuation must be the basis of your hurricane preparedness plan, Brennan said. Consult your local government's website to find out if you live in an evacuation zone. It's important to understand you don't have to drive hundreds of miles to escape the danger of rapidly rising seawater. Most of the time, you can drive only tens of miles to get out of the storm surge evacuation zone, he said. 'It makes evacuation a lot more manageable for people if you don't feel like you're going to have to get in the car and drive hours and hours to go someplace you've never been before to be safe.' In advance, ask friends and relatives who live nearby but away from the surge threat, if you could stay with them. The other option is to plan to "get to a safe hotel that gets you away from the storm surge threat, where you can ride out the storm and then deal with the aftermath." Start planning now what you would do for your pets, elderly relatives and other folks that might have medical devices, medical conditions or other special needs. Understand your flood risk Flooding has almost nothing to do with how strong a storm is from a wind perspective, Brennan said. "It doesn't take a major hurricane, or even a hurricane, to cause life-threatening rainfall or flooding where you live. It can flood anywhere it can rain. 'It doesn't even have to rain where you are,' he said. It can just rain hard somewhere else upstream, and if you're on a waterway, that water could rise and flood you out of your home. 'Freshwater flooding from rainfall has killed more people in tropical storms or hurricanes over the last nine or 10 years in the United States than any other hazard,' he said. 'Helene is an unfortunate example of that.' Of 175 people who died as a direct result of Helene's winds and rain, 95 lost their lives because of freshwater flooding, he said. If you live in a flood-prone area, even inland along a creek or a stream, have an evacuation plan for you and your family if you are threatened. Have flood insurance. Remember that homeowners insurance doesn't usually cover flood damage. Don't judge one storm by any previous storm If you think you've seen the worst where you live from flooding or wind, it is 'almost positively not the worst,' Brennan said. 'It's likely that the events you've seen are only a small piece of what could actually happen. Don't base your response or decision to evacuate based what happened during the last storm. "Take each storm on its own and try not to compare," he said. You could have a very similar storm, on a similar track, but during a different time of year, or different conditions, and it could make a huge difference in what happens where you live. 'There were a lot of people that died in Hurricane Katrina along the Mississippi coast because they survived Camille and they thought nothing could ever be worse,' but Katrina was worse and people didn't leave, he said. 'You don't want to become a victim to a past storm by not preparing and taking action when another storm threatens you.' Don't delay your preparation 'The most powerful hurricanes that have hit the United States have all formed and made landfall within three or four days," Brennan said. 'Even Helene last year went from not even a tropical depression to making landfall within three or four days after it rapidly intensified." Have that plan in place for yourself and your family now, he said. "You could have a storm really develop and threaten you within just a couple of days, and that's not the time to develop your hurricane plan. That's when you want to put (the plan) into practice.' How do hurricanes form? An inside look at the birth and power of ferocious storms Don't focus on seasonal outlooks 'If you're in a hurricane-prone area, you have to be ready every year, regardless of whether we're expecting an average season, below average, above average. That risk is there for everyone every year," he said. "We had three hurricane landfalls in Florida last year, five along the Gulf Coast. We've had 25 hurricane landfalls in the United States since 2017." Pay attention to the hazards − not the category "We have lots of products to tell people what their risk is from wind, storm surge and from heavy rainfall flooding," Brennan said. "The mix of those hazards is going to vary from storm to storm and from location to location within the same storm. You really have to drill down and find that information." A slow-moving tropical storm can cause deadly flooding even without ever becoming a hurricane, and a fast-moving storm like Helene can carry higher winds much farther inland. "A storm making landfall along the Gulf Coast can cause dangerous flooding in the Mid-Atlantic states, like we saw with Ida back in 2021," he said. Ida made landfall in Louisiana, but most of the fatalities were up in New York and New Jersey from freshwater flooding days later and hundreds of miles away from landfall. Find your trusted sources of information 'Make sure you know where to find authoritative information in terms of evacuations and other safety information," Brennan said. "Make those decisions now, ahead of the storm." Find your trusted media, your local National Weather Service office, your state and local government officials, and follow them on social media. Don't forget to plan for after the storm When deciding whether to evacuate, consider what life could be like after the storm. Does anyone in your home rely on electricity for medical devices or to keep medicine refrigerated? Do you have a generator and know how to use it safely? Over the past nine or 10 years, "we've lost almost as many people in these indirect deaths that largely occur after a storm as we have to the direct storm itself," he said. Many of those are due to an unsafe environment, including the loss of electricity. Medical devices fail. Heat causes fatalities. First responders often can't reach those having medical emergencies. One of the biggest causes of death after storms are vehicle accidents, he said. "When you've been asked to leave, it's to keep you safe from the storm surge or other effects of the storm. It's also to keep you safe after the storm." Dinah Voyles Pulver, a national correspondent for USA TODAY, writes about hurricanes, violent weather and other environmental issues. Reach her at dpulver@ or @dinahvp on Bluesky or X or dinahvp.77 on Signal.
Newsweek
8 hours ago
- Newsweek
How To Prepare for Hurricane Season 2025, According to Experts
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. On Thursday, Tropical Storm Alvin formed in the eastern Pacific, becoming the first named storm system of 2025. With the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration anticipating an above-normal hurricane season this year, Newsweek spoke with experts to find out the best ways to prepare. AccuWeather's forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. AccuWeather's forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season. AccuWeather What are the most important steps to take to prepare property for a hurricane? "There are a lot of proactive ways to make your home more storm resilient. Every homeowner has a different set of circumstances—and many factors to consider," Fox Weather meteorologist Ian Oliver told Newsweek ahead of the outlet's "Hurricane HQ: Eye on the Season" special, which airs Sunday June 1, 12-3 p.m. ET. "Some improvements can be inexpensive and some are costly. Impact-resistant windows and storm shutters are common with new construction in the hurricane zone. Roof (hurricane straps) and garage door reinforcements are a good way to keep the wind out. Having backup power via generator or battery can be crucial during power outages. "A little landscaping can go a long way in protecting your home too. Any dead or vulnerable trees or branches near your home may need to go," Oliver said. What essential items should be included in a hurricane emergency supply kit? "When a hurricane warning is called and it's time to get going, one of the most important things to do is to have an emergency preparedness kit all ready to go," the team at AccuWeather advises. "It is crucial to have a hurricane plan ready before the season starts and have a box of supplies ready to go so you don't have to worry about getting the essentials at the last minute. "Several jugs of water, flashlights, food, blankets, batteries and first aid kits should all be packed and ready to go when a hurricane warning is put in place. "It is important to make sure your car has a full tank of gas and is in good condition, as the trip to a safe zone could be hundreds of miles long in some cases. The same goes for making sure EVs are fully charged and ready for evacuation, if necessary." How should families update or review evacuation plans? "Plans are personal! They are unique to every family and home—which is why it's important to have your ducks in a row before a storm approaches," Oliver says. "Is my home in a flood zone? What is my evacuation route? Do any of my family members, pets, friends and neighbors have mobility issues or any special considerations? Where should we evacuate to? (oftentimes you don't need to travel very far) Do we have the necessary transportation to get there? These are all questions that need answers." As for pets, many of the necessary steps for evacuating with your pet involve arrangements made ahead of time, AccuWeather says. "You should already know of a place at least 100 miles inland of your location that you can go to with your pets. A friend or relative's house, a pet-friendly hotel, or a kennel that can house your pets while you stay somewhere else are all suitable options for taking an animal with you during an evacuation. "Know what the animal services are in your town. Local animal emergency contacts can tell you where to look if you get separated from your pet during a storm. This information can and should be gathered before the storm, as they will be incredibly busy after the storm hits. "To ensure a safe and comfortable time away from home for your pet, you should bring its crate or carrier, and three to five days of food in an airtight container and water. It's also important to have its medical records and proof of vaccines in case it needs to see a vet while you are out of town or is staying in a kennel." AccuWeather's team also highly recommended keeping your pet microchipped, or having a tag with your information on its collar. What can communities do to stay resilient and informed during a long hurricane season? "You need a good forecast to make smart plans! Nothing is more important during hurricane season than protecting life and property," Oliver said. "Have a reliable go-to source for tropical weather information, tune out any craziness on social media and just keep an eye on things!" AccuWeather adds: "Use caution when reading or sharing posts on social media. AI-generated photos, videos, and posts can be misleading, alarming, and inaccurate. Don't spread misinformation." It also advised staying connected with both local and state government leaders. How can individuals mentally prepare for the uncertainty of an active hurricane season? "I lived and worked in the hurricane zone forecasting tropical systems down in Tampa Bay for several years. I'd be in the weather studio or out in the field tracking approaching storms thinking about whether my family and friends will need to leave or if the hurricane shutters sitting in my garage will need to go up," Oliver told Newsweek. "There are SO many amazing things about life on the coast—but being mentally and physically prepared for tropical impacts is part of that deal. The only way to knock out a bunch of the stress is to prepare well in advance—long before the season or even now as it's just getting started. "The last place you want to be for your mental health is the pre-storm rush at Publix or Home Depot or wherever—once tropical alerts are issued—if you've done it once, you know what I'm talking about. Get some supplies, be ready to implement your plan, then relax and hope for a quiet season!" Fox Weather meteorologist Ian Oliver. Fox Weather meteorologist Ian Oliver. Fox Weather Atlantic hurricane season begins on June 1 to and runs to November 30. Meanwhile, the Eastern Pacific hurricane season began on May 15, also lasting through November 30.
