Summary:
Severe storms capable of producing large hail, damaging winds, and tornadoes, some of which could be strong will be possible in the Midwest and Ohio Valley through tonight. A strong winter storm continues to produce impacts across the west including heavy snow, gusty winds and rain. Critical fire weather conditions will continue across the Texas Panhandle into Oklahoma through this evening. Impacted Lanes: I-80, I-50, I-5, I-90, I-84, I-10, I-20, I-35, I-49, I-24, I-65, I-840, I-40, I-75, I-64, I-77, I-70, I-71, I-94, I-96, I-66, I-95, I-99, I-86, I-81, I-88, I-87
Kentucky
Flash Flood Warning remains in effect until 11 AM EST this morning
- Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
- Impacts: Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas, highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor drainage and low-lying areas.
Flood Advisory remains in effect until 11 AM EST this morning
- Flash flooding caused by thunderstorms.
- Impacts: Minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas. Water over roadways.
Flood Watch remains in effect until 7 PM EST this evening
- Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.
- Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, roadways, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 4 PM EST this afternoon
- Southwest winds 20 to 30 mph, with gusts 35 to 50 mph expected. The strongest gusts are generally expected above 2000 feet elevation.
- Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, roadways, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks.
California
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10 AM PST Friday morning
- Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
- Impacts: Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and blowing snow. The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Tire chains may be necessary if travelling through mountain passes. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Blizzard Warning remains in effect until 10 AM PST Saturday morning
- Snow accumulations 4 to 8 feet above 6000 feet. Total snow 2 to 4 feet from 5000 feet to 6000 feet. Snowfall 1 to 3 feet from 4000 feet to 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations 1 to 2 feet above 2500 feet. Winds may gust as high as 65 mph on exposed ridgetops and along the crest.
- Impacts: Travel will be extremely difficult and dangerous to impossible. Widespread blowing snow can reduce visibility to near zero with whiteout conditions. Strong winds and heavy snow load could cause tree damage and power outages.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 10 AM PST Thursday morning
- South winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected in exposed areas.
- Impacts: Wind gusts will be particularly strong along windward ridges and exposed coastal headlands. There is an increased risk of tree branches and other debris on roadways. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 10 AM PST Thursday morning
- South winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph expected at high elevations. Gusts up to 60 mph at low elevations along the coast.
- Impacts: Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 4 AM PST Sunday morning
- Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 7 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult to impossible, including Highway 168 through Westgard Pass east of Big Pine. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
New York
High Wind Warning remains in effect until 1 PM EST Thursday afternoon
- West winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected.
- Impacts: Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 1 PM EST Thursday afternoon
- West winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected.
- Impacts: Gusty winds could blow around unsecured objects. Trees and tree limbs could be blown down and some power outages may result. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect until 7 PM EST Thursday evening
- Lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches. Winds may gust as high as 30 mph, resulting in near-blizzard conditions at times.
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Strong winds could cause tree damage.
Lake Effect Snow Warning remains in effect until 7 PM EST Thursday evening
- Heavy lake effect snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 9 inches in the most persistent lake snows. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph will produce extensive blowing and drifting snow and near blizzard conditions at times.
- Impacts: Travel will be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow will significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions will impact the morning commute on Thursday.
Flood Watch remains in effect until 7 AM EST Thursday morning
- Flooding caused by rain and snowmelt continues to be possible.
- Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, roadways, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water crossings may be flooded.
Texas
Wind Advisory remains in effect until 4 PM CST this afternoon
- North winds 25 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 mph expected.
- Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.
Dense Fog Advisory remains in effect until 10 AM CST this morning
- Visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog.
- Impacts: Hazardous driving conditions due to low visibility.
Additional Flood Advisories include but are not limited to: Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia
Additional Flood Watches include but are not limited to: Maryland, West Virginia, Washington, Ohio, Maine, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Vermont
Additional Blizzard Warnings include but are not limited to: Nevada
Additional Winter Storm Warnings include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, and Montana
Additional Winter Weather Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, New Mexico, and Michigan
Additional High Wind Warnings include but are not limited to: Oregon, Nevada, Idaho, Montana, Wyoming, Maine, Tennessee, Vermont, Maryland, and Massachusetts
Additional Wind Advisories include but are not limited to: Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, Missouri, Illinois, Tennessee, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia, Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, New Jersey, Connecticut, Rhode Island, Massachusetts, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine
Additional Dense Fog Advisories include but are not limited to: Louisiana
