Summary:
Severe thunderstorms will continue across the Upper Midwest into Thursday with all hazards possible. Fire weather concerns persist across eastern Colorado and the south-central High Plains with elevated to critical conditions. This region continues to be extremely dry with drought conditions and winds remaining gusty during peak heating hours.
Major Events:
Southwest Wildfires
- What: Wind gusts of up to 60 mph today
- Where: Colorado, Nebraska, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Texas, and New Mexico
- Impacts: Truckers may run into road closures, low visibility due to smoke, and a high risk of rollovers
Major Flooding
- What: Additional rain and rapid snow melt causing continued flooding
- Where: North Dakota and Minnesota
- Impacts: State highways and road closures likely
- Major Lanes of Concern: I-29, I-94, US Highway 2
Oregon
Winter Weather Advisory
- Winter Weather Advisory in effect until 10 PM PDT this afternoon above 5000 feet
- Snow expected above 4500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches
- Winds gusting as high as 40 mph
- Impacts: Travel could be very difficult
Washington