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.

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The Eastern Pacific has had a fairly average season so far, with periods of high activity at times. 17 storms have been named thus far, with the total seasonal energy (ACE) running just barely above average (101%). Moisture from Raymond and Post Tropical Priscilla is expected to bring heavy rain chances to the Southwest.<h1>Post Tropical Priscilla</h1>Priscilla is no more as it has lost its tropical characteristics as it weakened before making landfall near Ensenada, Mexico. Moisture from this system is expected to cause flooding as it moves into the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/moisture-returns-to-the-southwest-some-priscilla-influence-later">Desert Southwest</a>.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/1-1760135797187.png"><h1>Raymond</h1>Tropical Storm Raymond formed west of Acapulco, Mexico and will bring the threat of heavy rain, strong winds, and rough surf. Similar to Priscilla, the moisture from Raymond could bring more heavy downpours into the Desert SW!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 193719-1760146644953.png"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 193752-1760146678986.png">In the meantime, tropical storm warnings have been issued from Cabo San Lucas to the south of Manzanillo.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/1-1760135984651.png">Stay tuned on WeatherNation for the latest!

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Eastern Pacific: Raymond Targets Baja California, Desert Southwest with Downpours

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A sharp cooldown is on the way for the Pacific Northwest so it is about to look and feel a lot more like fall! A few upper-level disturbances diving out of the Gulf of Alaska will deliver the chilliest air of the season to the region. Accompanying these systems will also be rain, wind, and even the first measurable mountain snow for parts of Washington, Oregon, Idaho and western Montana this weekend.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/2025-10-10 09-26-33-1760102821816.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Behind the front, temperatures will tumble 10 - 20 degrees. Dropping highs into the 40s and 50s across the board by the end of the weekend. Breezy northwest winds will add a wind chill factor, especially Saturday AM.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 193442-1760146488928.png">Once the cooler air is in place, the door is open for the first measurable snow for the Cascades and the northern Rockies. Snow levels lowering to ~ 5,000 ft. High peaks could get over 8+ inches. Weekend travelers should prepare for slippery conditions and reduced visibility at times.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 193507-1760146517306.png"><video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/New Baron Video 3-1760135552805.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Frost and Freeze Alerts are likely by Monday AM and long-range models are already hinting at this cooler. An unsettled pattern will persist through mid-October.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Web 3-1760103697555.png">

Fall Cooldown Brings Early Season Snow to the Northwest

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An area of low pressure near Cuba is expected to quickly intensify as it moves up the East Coast through the weekend. Gusty onshore winds will amplify the coastal flood threat created by King Tides, while heavy rainfall could also lead to flash flooding for some area, including the I-95 corridor in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast. This low is not expected to gain tropical characteristics, instead think of the low as a early season Nor'easter, as impacts will be similar (except for the cold/snow).THE TIMINGAs the low moves north from Cuba toward the Carolinas, heavy rain will precede and wrap around the low. Scattered heavy thunderstorms are expected in Florida on Friday before the heaviest rain begins in the Carolinas up through New England over the weekend and to start the next work week.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/FORECAST-1760135416803.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Areas of 2-5 inches of rain are expected, with isolated areas receiving 6 inches or more.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 191830-1760145553452.png">The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) already issued outlooks for excessive rain from marginal to slight risk for heavy rainfall and flooding from Friday through Sunday, when the coastal low is expected to track north. Saturday and Sunday include those slight risk regions where scattered flash flooding is expected. This includes areas like Philadelphia by Sunday.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 192728-1760146064694.png"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 192733-1760146074786.png">Gusty winds are expected as well - especially in coastal areas. Wind advisories are in effect in the Southeast, while a high wind watch has been posted from Delaware through Cape Cod. Gusts in these areas could approach 60 mph on Sunday!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 191841-1760146100620.png">Coastal flood alerts have been issued for much of the Atlantic Coast. Sea water flooding during high tides could approach 2-3 feet of inundation in some areas (warnings areas in dark green). Avoid locations that typically flood during king tides, typically low lying areas near the coast/inlets.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/coastyalerts-1760146153328.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Stay with WeatherNation for the latest updates.

Coastal Low Brings Flooding & Wind to the East Coast This Weekend

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Significant flash flooding is expected in the southwestern United States over the next few days as tropical moisture is pulled north into the region. Be sure to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://msc.fema.gov/portal/home">check your property's flood zone</a> and have a plan to seek higher ground if necessary. NEVER drive through flood waters if you cannot easily see the water's depth or the road below it. Washouts are likely in the next few days. The remnant moisture from Priscilla and Raymond will lead to heavy showers and thunderstorms over a wide range of terrain throughout the weekend.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/PIC 2-1760135553973.jpg">Out ahead of the event, Flood Watches have been issued for parts of the Four Corners into Saturday night (top of page). Several inches of rain are expected across the Four Corners with isolated totals that could surpass 6 inches or more.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 191601-1760145372267.png">The heaviest rainfall rates over the next few days are expected overnight with two areas being outlines in the moderate risk for flash flooding (level 3 out of 4). This includes several popular national parks, so please stay weather aware and alter plans in these areas if your activities would put you at risk to encounter flood waters (avoid canyons, desert washes, water crossings).<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 191426-1760145391654.png">Heavy showers and storms are expected to tap into the energy provided by daytime heating, but evening and morning storms are expected to pack a punch as well. The heaviest rainfall rates are expected overnight and through Saturday, but the surge of moisture Sunday through Tuesday from Raymond will also increase flood chances for some areas (S AZ to NM/CO).<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/FORECAST-1760135516521.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>We'll be detailing this more live on WeatherNation. For a more immediate update on your southwest regional forecast, be sure to tune in at:50!

Increasing Flood Threat Across the Southwest With Tropical Influence

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La Niña was observed in September, leading to NOAA issuing a La Niña advisory. These conditions are expected to persist through winter into spring, with impacts likely for the upcoming winter season and beyond into next spring. La Niña often plays a role in determining storm tracks during the winter season and severe weather into the spring.<h1>What is La Niña? </h1>La Niña is one phase of a large circulation over the equatorial Pacific Ocean. The prevalent wind direction will churn up cooler or warmer water, based on the direction of the circulation. When winds are prevailing from the east, it churns up cooler waters near the coast of South America and to the west, while areas in the western Pacific see warmer than average water temperatures during this phase. These cooler waters, along with other large scale circulations, impact how air flows across the United States.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 110029-1760115646348.png">During strong La Niñas, the jet stream is typically more active from the Northwest through the Great Lakes. This effect is typically less pronounced during weaker events. This often favors better chances for precipitation across the northern tier of the country, including.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 095632-1760111817342.png"><h1>Impact for Winter 25'-26'</h1>NOAA releases their outlook for the upcoming winter season this Thursday (October 16th) but the Climate Prediction Center continuously updates outlooks for three month periods. These outlooks likely won't change much with next week's update but we'll bring you that forecast when it's released. The temperature and precipitation outlooks for December - February show conditions typical for a La Niña year, with below average temperatures favored in the Pacific Northwest.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 095641-1760111827269.png">The precipitation outlook also favors conditions fairly typical for a La Niña winter, with above average precipitation favored around the Northern Rockies and Great Lakes/Ohio Valley.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 095637-1760111827269.png"><h1>Spring Severe Weather / Tornado Impacts</h1>La Niña is expected to decay through the spring months, which can have a big impact on the severe weather season. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.gfdl.noaa.gov/research_highlight/u-s-regional-tornado-outbreaks-and-their-links-to-spring-enso-phases-and-north-atlantic-sst-variability/">Studies have shown</a> a increase in the potential for tornado outbreaks over certain areas of the country as La Niña decays into a neutral or El Niño phase. These favored areas include the Central/Southern Plains and around the lower Great Lakes into the Mid-Mississippi Valley.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 105635-1760115430383.png">This phase also <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.aoml.noaa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/ENSO_Tornado_Lee.pdf">favors stronger tornadoes</a>, as the number of high end tornadoes and outbreaks increase during this phase. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot 2025-10-10 100658-1760112433708.png">Seasonal forecasts are difficult to predict with accuracy, so be sure to check the weather forecasts often with WeatherNation for the latest.

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Increasing Flood Threat Across the Southwest With Tropical Influence

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Eastern Pacific: Raymond Targets Baja California, Desert Southwest with Downpours

Fall Cooldown Brings Early Season Snow to the Northwest

Coastal Low Brings Flooding & Wind to the East Coast This Weekend

Increasing Flood Threat Across the Southwest With Tropical Influence

La Niña Advisory Issued, Potential Impacts to Winter Precip & Springtime Tornadoes