Taban Sharifi grew up in Southern California between Los Angeles and San Diego. She is a Certified Broadcast Meteorologist (CBM) with the American Meteorological Society (AMS). She has a B.S. in Atmospheric, Oceanic, and Environmental Sciences with a minor in Environmental Systems and Society from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Go Bruins! While in school, Taban was a meteorology intern with NBC LA. There she helped forecast daily weather for the greater Los Angeles region and created a playbook to deploy weather sensors for NBC owned-and-operated stations across the country. Her first on-air job took her to San Angelo, Texas, where she was a morning meteorologist and co-anchor. Working in West Texas gave her knowledge and experience covering severe storms. From there, she moved to Palm Springs, California. People think forecasting in California is sunshine all the time, but with temperatures in the 120’s, wildfires, damaging winds, floodings, and earthquakes, the forecasting kept her very busy! She also worked there as a general assignment reporter and told community stories. Taban is excited for the challenge and opportunity to forecast nationally with WeatherNation. She also looks forward to exploring all that Colorado has to offer!

Taban Sharifi

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NORTHERN PLAINS - Temperatures were incredibly warm on Mother's Day across the Northern Plains. We had May temperatures reach the HIGH NINETIES for some, including record high temperatures broken across cities, including Grand Forks, ND, which soared to 99° on Sunday afternoon. More records are looking likely today.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/more records today-1747005988499.png">Fire weather alerts remain through Monday for portions of the Northern Plains. We have seen a combination of record heat, low relative humidity, and gusty winds, which has increased the fire danger.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 123436-1747075044819.png">Fire danger will linger through Tuesday. The Storm Prediction Center keeps an elevated to critical risk for fire weather in place Tuesday.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 163950-1747089631102.png">The record heat will continue as above-average temperatures kick off the week across the Northern Plains. Cities that normally average 60s will dig into the upper 80s and 90s.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 163726-1747089450060.png">Tuesday, temperatures will continue to run 20°- 30° above average, making it feel like summer! With these above-average temps in place, we can see the potential to break records through the day.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 163901-1747089545689.png">Cities like Fargo, ND will have a significant temperature drop by the later half of the week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 163812-1747089496132.png">For those who aren't a fan of the heat, just wait a few days! A big pattern shift will occur during the first half of this week, dropping temperatures to more seasonal spring-like weather. Stay tuned to Weather Nation for the latest details.

Summertime Heat Prompts Fire Danger in the Northern Plains

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Kevin Schneider

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An upper-level low will meander around the Gulf this weekend, sending rounds of showers and thunderstorms into the Southeast with increasing flood potential.<h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-10 053914-1746877163953.png">Amounts</h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 163632-1747089404471.png">As we head into the work week, as this large upper low over the Lower Mississippi Valley lingers, heavy rainfall could measure up to 3-6" with isolated totals even higher than that.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 163545-1747089348219.png">In fact, the Weather Prediction Center has upgraded areas in South Florida to a MODERATE risk for seeing excessive rainfall today (above).<h1>Timing</h1>This low is still lingering, and the flood threat will continue over the next few days.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/05121-1747089354620.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>So, When Is Florida’s Rainy Season Usually?&nbsp;Florida’s rainy season typically runs from late May through mid-October, aligning closely with the Atlantic hurricane season. During this time, the state receives nearly 70% of its annual rainfall (Goodbye drought), with frequent storms developing in the early afternoon and clearing by evening.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-11 061423-1746965676357.jpg">What to Expect Daily&nbsp;During the Rainy SeasonAfternoon thunderstorms are the hallmark of Florida summers. These storms are usually short-lived but intense, capable of producing heavy rainfall, lightning, and gusty winds. It is common to see sunshine in the morning, followed by a dramatic downpour after 2 PM.&nbsp;Despite the daily rain, most of Florida’s rainy season does not consist of day-long washouts. Instead, brief but powerful storms roll through, often leaving behind cooler temperatures and stunning sunsets.&nbsp;Safety Tips During the Rainy Season&nbsp;<ol><li>Check the forecast daily: Download the WeatherNation app for frequent updates.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol start="2"><li>Be cautious on roads: Rain can make roads slick (Google 'Florida Black Ice') and cause flash flooding in low-lying areas.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol start="3"><li>Avoid open water and outdoor activities during storms: Lightning is a serious threat in Florida, often referred to as the lightning capital of the U.S.&nbsp;</li></ol><ol start="4"><li>Have a hurricane plan: June through November is also hurricane season, and some rainstorms can be part of larger systems.&nbsp;</li></ol>Stay with WeatherNation for the latest.

Florida’s Rainy Season Starting Ahead of Schedule

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The Southeast can not seem to shake the storms over the last few days! Since last Monday, there have been stormy conditions, even bringing some small hail across the Sunshine State. On Saturday, strong storms spun onshore in Florida, leading to some damage—that damage has yet to be surveyed.<div class="twitter-tweet" style="display: flex; justify-content: center" data-twitt-post-id="1921339468071543250" src="https://x.com/WeatherNation/status/1921339468071543250"></div>Florida’s rainy season brings afternoon downpours, rumbling thunderstorms, and the occasional flash flood each year. Understanding this seasonal shift is especially important to visitors due to how energetic these storms can be&nbsp;(Hello, lightning). Unfortunately, these storms could be packing a punch the next few days, and not just in FloridaTHROUGH MONDAYThe primary concerns are storms through Monday capable of producing large hail and gusty winds. However, a few tornadoes will be possible again.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 124901-1747075751782.png">The threat for severe weather continues through Monday as the upper-level low and surface trough meander through the region. Both Atlantic and Gulf moisture will support thunderstorm chances. The best opportunity will be through the peak of afternoon heating.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/05121-1747089291584.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>For the latest information, tune into WeatherNation.

Severe Threat Continues in the Southeast

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We've been stuck in a pretty stagnant pattern recently. With a few cut-off lows and strong ridges of high pressure, the day-to-day pattern has struggled to change much. The trough in the Pacific Northwest will try to change that later this week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 124116-1747075295180.png">This trough will spark storms on the High Plains Wednesday before closing in on the Middle Mississippi River Valley late this week.<h1>OVERVIEW</h1>As this trough swings in, it will run into VERY warm temperatures. By Wednesday and Thursday, highs across the High Plains will get back to the 80's and 90's. The warm and humid air will more than likely help power strong to severe storms later this week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-11 103741-1746981482962.png">While a few ingredients look to come together sometime around Thursday, a lot can still change between now and then. The Storm Prediction Center has highlighted areas around Chicagoland later this week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 063317-1747053207873.jpg">As details become a little clearer throughout the week, things like timing and storm mode will become a little clearer too.<h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 063229-1747053159380.jpg">LONG-RANGE FORECAST</h1><video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/2025-05-11 10-54-16-1746982519313.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>

Alana Cameron

Severe Weather Ramps Up Late Week

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WeatherNation Meteorologists

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HIGH PLAINS - With temperatures pushing 80-90°F across Big Sky Country, sufficient instability will be available for strong to severe thunderstorms to develop and strengthen. These storms could organize underneath strong upper-level winds. The upper-level dynamics are ahead of a significant trough that will ultimately impact the rest of the country in the days ahead.The severe weather outlook for the rest of the day is a MARGINAL (level 1 out of 5) for portions of Montana and North Dakota.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 124243-1747075424435.png"><h1>Timing</h1><video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/05-12_rnw-1747075508827.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>By the middle of this week, expect a significant cooldown along with widespread precipitation accumulation across the western half of the country. In fact, many of our mountains across the West could see significant snow!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 124611-1747075581106.png">Forecast snow and rain through Sunday (5/18) morning.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-12 124328-1747075588070.png">We'll continue to update this developing story as more details come into focus here on WeatherNation!

Northern Great Plains and Rockies Storm Threat

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Rob grew up in South Florida, where daily afternoon storms and hurricanes piqued his interest in meteorology early on. That interest was fostered by his teachers and his father, who one time brought him onto the roof of their home to watch a funnel cloud move through the Everglades several miles away. Years of filmmaking and tv production in high school gradually pushed him toward broadcast meteorology at Florida State University, where he joined and eventually led the student run daily weather show. After graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Meteorology, he began his career at KESQ in Palm Springs, California before heading to KFSN in Fresno and WLOS in Asheville, North Carolina. He has covered a diverse array of extreme weather events, including haboobs and flash flooding in the desert, extreme snow in the Sierra, hurricanes, and Appalachian ice storms. He also enjoys telling stories and reporting about weather issues.

Connect with Rob on <a href="https://twitter.com/WxRobBradley">Twitter</a>

Rob Bradley

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A break in storms for the Northeast is on the way this Sunday, but first, another round of heavy showers is expected. This follows heavy rain earlier in the week, leaving soils saturated and primed for additional flooding.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/through ffo-1746911006647.png">A few showers linger in Maine, and everything clears out as the low moves east. Drier conditions tonight and on Sunday.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/dssss-1746911082357.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>With last week's cutoff low in the Northeast, the grounds are saturated, and more isolated flooding is possible. On the other hand, the rain has been beneficial in helping with the ongoing drought.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-10 051735-1746875926099.png"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/1-1746845961342.png">Tune into WeatherNation:10 past the hour for the eastern regional forecast for more details.

Jackie Brown

Flood Threat Lingers in New England Saturday

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Hail over the size of tennis balls and baseballs fell across the Mid-South and Southeast on Thursday! The storm system responsible is heading toward the coast, where the threat will persist through this evening.<h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-09 054322-1746791009234.png">Today's Risk</h1>The threat of severe storms will follow the cold front to the coast this afternoon, with a slightly higher risk for the Outer Banks, where wind and hail damage is more likely.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-09 134214-1746819810039.png">This morning's storms have given way to some clearing before the front taps into daytime heating. Most severe storms are likely to be offshore by around dinner time or shortly thereafter.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/carolinastorms-1746819909860.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Unfortunately, with multiple rounds of storms, the flooding threat remains through the end of the week. For more details on the longer-range flood threat for areas like Florida, Georgia, and the Carolinas, read this related article here: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/florida-soaker-this-weekend#google_vignette">Southeast Soaker This Weekend.</a>Tune into WeatheNation for the latest details.

Dave Holder

Huge Hail in the Mid-South Thursday, Storms Linger in the Carolinas Today

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Fire weather concerns have been all too common in the northeast this month. The Jones Road Fire has burned over 15,000 acres but the containment has crept up to 75%<div class="twitter-tweet" style="display: flex; justify-content: center" data-twitt-post-id="1916917497808167300" src="https://x.com/njdepforestfire/status/1916917497808167300"></div>The winds will kick up again this afternoon, so any additional grass fire that ignites could spread quickly.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot 2025-04-29 124943-1745958299557.png">As dry as it is, we're only waiting on some wind to stir up fire concerns. Today, the winds will gust to 30 mph. Another soaking rain will go a long way in helping out. Rain that comes without severe chances would be niceRelated Article: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/severe-storms-possible-from-new-york-to-texas-today">Severe Storms Threaten the Northeast Today</a>But wait! There's moreAll of that unsettled weather in the southern plains will pull into the northeast later this week, so keep the rain jacket close by!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot 2025-04-29 073918-1745934007429.png">Thursday and Friday look to be the wettest from the Ohio River Valley to the New England states. While the severe threat appears pretty limited at this time, with a MARGINAL risk for severe storms on Thursday, the flooding threat will move in too.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/04/Screenshot 2025-04-29 073934-1745934078262.png">While it might ruin some plans outside toward the end of the week, the Kentucky Derby is looking dry this weekend!<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/04/2025-04-29 07-39-48-1745934151361.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>

Rain This Week Douses Fire Concerns Today

Summertime Heat Prompts Fire Danger in the Northern Plains

NORTHERN PLAINS - Temperatures were incredibl

Florida’s Rainy Season Starting Ahead of Schedule

An upper-level low will meander around the Gu

Severe Threat Continues in the Southeast

The Southeast can not seem to shake the storm

Severe Weather Ramps Up Late Week

We've been stuck in a pretty stagnant pattern

Northern Great Plains and Rockies Storm Threat

HIGH PLAINS - With temperatures pushing 80-90

Flood Threat Lingers in New England Saturday

A break in storms for the Northeast is on the

Huge Hail in the Mid-South Thursday, Storms Linger in the Carolinas Today

Hail over the size of tennis balls and baseba