Summary:A prolonged period of elevated to critical fire weather conditions are expected the next few days from the Southwest U.S. to the southern High Plains. These conditions are from strong winds and low relative humidity values over dry fuels and conditions. Impacted: I-29 & I-94
Major lanes of concern due to flooding
- Interstate 29 from Fargo to the North Dakota-Canada border
- Interstate 94 from Valley City, North Dakota, to Detroit Lakes, Minnesota
California
Wind Advisory
- Lake Wind Advisory in effect now until 11 AM PDT Thursday
- West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts 45 to 60 mph expected
- Impacts: Difficult driving conditions, especially for larger vehicles traveling along roads with crosswinds. Light, unsecured objects may become airborne. Minor tree damage possible
North Dakota
Flood Warning
- Flood Warning remains in effect until further notice
- Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast
Minnesota
Flood Warning
- Flood Warning remains in effect until 4 PM CDT Wednesday
- Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues
- Impacts: Numerous roads remain closed due to flooding
Maine
Winter Weather Advisory
- Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 4 AM Thursday to 6 AM EDT Friday
- Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected
- Locally over 8 inches in higher elevations
- Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning and evening commute
- Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches expected
Additional Flood Advisories include but not limited to the following: Arkansas and Mississippi