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3 days ago
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Midwest, South, East Seeing Dangerous Heat, But Relief On Way For Some
Tired of the heat? We are, too. But if you're in the South, you're going to want to buckle in for several more days of punishing temperatures. We do have some good news for those of you in the Midwest and Northeast, though. After another spike of summertime heat, a pattern change will usher in a burst of cooler air, setting up a temperature split where the Midwest and Northeast get some much-needed relief while the South continues to swelter. (TRACK THE HEAT: Temperatures | Heat Index) Sizzling South A dome of high pressure will stay parked over the South, sending temperatures soaring to a peak early in the week. Highs in the mid-to-upper 90s will be widespread, with many places forecast to flirt with the century mark. Add in everyone's favorite — humidity — and the feels-like temperatures will be well into the triple digits. Dozens of daily record highs could be approached in the Southeast through midweek, including cities like Savannah, Mobile, Tampa and Orlando. There is some possible light at the end of the tunnel, though. The cooler air bringing some relief to the Midwest and Northeast midweek could eventually sink farther southward, slowly dropping temperatures in the Southeast states late in the week and into next weekend. (MORE: Heat Advisories, Warnings Explained) Relief Ahead For Midwest, Northeast There's no better words to hear when you're heat-weary than 'there's a cooldown ahead.' And for those of you in the Midwest and Northeast, that is the news we have for you. High temperatures in the upper 80s and 90s are expected across the region through the beginning of the week. On Tuesday, the cooler air will begin to creep into parts of the upper Midwest before settling in across the entire region as well as the Northeast by Thursday. Widespread temperatures in the mid to upper 70s will be a welcome reprieve, with some places dropping 10 to 15 degrees in a span of only a few days. (MORE: Why Warm Nighttime Temperatures Are Just As Dangerous) Taking a peek even further into the first week of August, cooler-than-average temperatures are expected to stick around across much of the Great Lakes, Midwest and Northeast. Enjoy those elusive summertime 70s while you can because we still have a chunk of summer heat ahead of us. (MAPS: 10-Day US Forecast Highs and Lows) Caitlin Kaiser graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with both an undergraduate and graduate degree in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences before starting her career as a digital meteorologist with Solve the daily Crossword
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Climate
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National Weather Service Issues First Heat Advisory Ever For Alaska This Weekend, But There's A Catch
The first heat advisory ever issued in the state of Alaska was put in place by the National Weather Service in Fairbanks for Sunday. This is in preparation for unseasonable warmth that's expected to invade the region this weekend, causing temperatures to soar nearly 15 degrees above average. Yes, this is indeed the first heat advisory ever issued in the state of Alaska. But there is a caveat. This is the first year that issuing heat advisories is even an option for the NWS offices in Fairbanks and Juneau, Alaska. These changes, which officially went into effect on June 2, will allow the Alaska forecast offices to better communicate heat information and impacts in their forecast areas. Fairbanks, Alaska, is currently forecast to reach the mid-to-upper 80s by Sunday, with the heat lasting into early week. These forecast temperatures are 10 to 15 degrees above average for this time of year, which is around 72 degrees in Fairbanks. The Sunday forecast barely exceeds the new criteria to trigger a heat advisory. Here are the temperature thresholds, depending on location within the state, that prompt an advisory with the Alaska offices: Interior: 85 degrees North Slope: 75 degrees Southeast: 80 degrees Don't scoff at these temperatures quite yet. In the same way that only a couple of inches of snow can cripple the South while Alaskans wouldn't even bat an eye, these temperatures, though seemingly mundane for many in the continental U.S., could be dangerous for those in Alaska. Places are built to withstand their climate - which, for Alaska, is on the colder end of the spectrum. As Alaska-based climatologist Brian Brettschneider pointed out on the social media platform Bluesky, many buildings, such as homes and schools, are built to retain heat – which, while ideal in the brutal winters, could pose a major threat as temperatures begin to rise. And most don't have air conditioning, either. While it's tempting to spend time outside once the temperatures warm up, it's important to stay safe in the heat. Heat stress is the leading weather-related cause of death. Here are some tips to keep in mind: Stay hydrated Avoid strenuous activities Wear light clothing Find an air-conditioned building if possible, and stay indoors Check on vulnerable individuals Caitlin Kaiser graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with both an undergraduate and graduate degree in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences before starting her career as a digital meteorologist with
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
National Hurricane Center Watching Area Off Southeast Coast For Development
The National Hurricane Center is tracking an area off the Southeast coast for a chance of tropical or subtropical development later this week, but regardless of that, heavy rain and poor beach conditions can be expected over the next few days. A stalled front and upper-level disturbance will team up to create stormy conditions from Florida to the Carolinas over the next few days. What the National Hurricane Center is watching for is the possibility that a non-tropical low-pressure system could develop and gradually acquire tropical or subtropical characteristics, if it remains over water rather than inland. Right now, the chance of a tropical or subtropical depression or storm forming is low in the area shown below off the Southeast Coast. This system should move away from the Southeast coast by Friday and Saturday and head out to sea. The first name of the Atlantic hurricane season will be Andrea. Localized heavy rain will spread from Florida to the coastal Carolinas over next few days no matter if there is any attempt at development or not. That will include mainly South Florida on Tuesday. Flash flooding cannot be ruled out, including in Miami. Areas from Florida to the coastal Carolinas could then see pockets of heavy rain from Wednesday into Thursday. That could include Savannah, Georgia, Charleston, South Carolina, and Wilmington, North Carolina. Beaches on the Southeast coast will also see rough surf and a risk of rip currents, so take heed of warnings if you are headed to beach. This region is no stranger to tropical development for the month of June. Parts of the Caribbean, Gulf and Southeast Coast are all common areas for development this time of year, as shown below shaded in yellow. So the good news is, this is nothing out of the ordinary. Caitlin Kaiser graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with both an undergraduate and graduate degree in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences before starting her career as a digital meteorologist with
Yahoo
21-03-2025
- Climate
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On This Date: The 1932 March Tornado Outbreak, One Of The Worst In US History
Spring and severe weather go hand in hand, and March of 1932 was no exception with one of the worst outbreaks of tornadoes striking the Deep South and Midwest beginning on March 21. Over 90 years ago, severe thunderstorms started firing up late in the afternoon, spawning numerous tornadoes from Mississippi to South Carolina to Indiana. Ten of those tornadoes were rated F4 on the Fujita scale in Alabama, Georgia and Tennessee, leaving behind damage indicative of 207-260 mile per hour winds. The outbreak left devastation in its wake with 334 fatalities and millions of dollars in damage. Alabama was hit the hardest with 268 deaths in the state alone with damage described as 'almost beyond estimate'. Caitlin Kaiser graduated from the Georgia Institute of Technology with both an undergraduate and graduate degree in Earth and Atmospheric Sciences before starting her career as a digital meteorologist with
