Brittany Lockley

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More Rain is on the way for the West. Another area of Low pressure is off the Southwestern coast of California. Unfortunately, this equivalates to more rainfall and cooler temperatures for the Southwest. Also, snow for the Sierra Nevada mountains, yes, in June. Elevations over 8,000' may see a bit of fresh snowfall, on the order of 3-6."An active pattern will persist across California, Nevada, and the Four Corners through Monday. These areas can get rainfall totals of 1-2", with isolated areas seeing higher totals due to the abundance of moisture. Flood alerts continue through area rivers, creeks, and streams due to snowmelt. Over the next few days, flood concerns for the foothills and the Sierra Nevada are a concern.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 190005-1686445215696.jpg">Showers and even a few thunderstorms will be possible over the weekend. Snow will be likely overnight into Sunday as moisture continues throughout the weekend. Sunday starts out with isolated showers and by the afternoon storm coverage will increase. Monday an area of low pressure will remain around Southern California which will bring isolated showers to North Nevada and North California.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/califun-1686445317449.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>This area of low pressure will not only bring rain but will keep temps a tad below average. Los Angeles normally has highs in the mid-70s this time of year, but the cool air, moisture, and cloud cover associated with the low will hold temperatures near 70 for the next few days.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/5-1686410067124.jpg">For more on the Southwest forecast, tune in for the Western Regional Forecast, always :50 past the hour.

Dave Holder

Cooler Temperatures & Additional Rain Headed to California

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Kara has always been passionate about weather and knew from an early age that she wanted to become a meteorologist. Living in different regions of the country and experiencing weather events ranging from ice storms to tornadoes drove her to pursue a bachelor's degree in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma. Throughout college, storm chasing became a regular event for Kara, where she saw first-hand the power of the atmosphere. Kara graduated cum laude from OU and decided to further her meteorology education with a Master's degree from Mississippi State University. The deadly April 27, 2011 tornado outbreak struck while Kara was studying at MSU; her first “Dixie Alley” tornado event and an up close glimpse into the destruction of the storms she so closely studied. Her broadcast career began in Elvis’ birthplace, Tupelo, Mississippi, where she earned her Certified Broadcast Meteorologist seal from the American Meteorological Society. Kara's career has included coverage of all types of severe weather including tornado events, flooding and tropical systems across multiple southern states. Recently she helped cover the 2020 Easter Sunday deadly tornado outbreak in southeast Mississippi. In her free time, you can find Kara outdoors exploring new areas with her mini poodle,Truffles. Kara is also an avid runner and frequently races in 5Ks, 10Ks and half marathons. Say hi to Kara on <a href="https://twitter.com/wxkara">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/karajameswx">Facebook</a>!

Kara James

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Severe weather will be possible tomorrow so for any Sunday Funday plans, grab an umbrella and make sure you are staying in tune with the weather!As the low pressure that caused severe storms on Saturday in Texas moves east into the warm and humid air of the Mid-South and Southeast, another round of severe storms will be possible Sunday and Monday. The main threats will be damaging winds and hail, but as always an isolated tornado can't be ruled out either.<h2>Sunday</h2><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 185042-1686444654826.jpg">Scattered severe storms are expected in this area, with the primary threats being gusty winds and large hail. There is an isolated tornado threat including Memphis, Jackson, and Jonesboro.<h2><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 185204-1686444734408.jpg">Monday</h2><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 Mon SPC-1686397225216.jpg">As the front sags south and runs into hot and humid air across the Southeast Monday, isolated severe storms with gusty winds and large hail are possible during the afternoon and evening hours.<h1>Forecast</h1>Storms will be scattered in nature on Sunday morning along and ahead of the front, leftover from Saturday night. Daytime heating will aid in storm development as early as mid-morning along the warm front. Storm coverage and intensity will increase with additional heating into the afternoon and evening. In addition to the severe weather threat, torrential downpours and frequent lightning are likely with any storm.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/sestorms-1686444837896.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Rain totals will generally be around 1-2" but slow-moving storms or spots that get more than one round of storms can put down more rain. Isolated rain totals up to 4-5" are possible, which would create limited areas of flash or urban flooding. Areas of ponding on the roads are possible, especially in lower-lying areas and places that flood easily with heavy rain.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 185429-1686444879009.jpg">The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has issued an excessive rainfall outlook for Sunday. Cities including Nashville, Birmingham, and Knoxville are highlighted for a level 2 out of 4 risk, in the darker green shaded regions. This means there is an elevated flooding threat with heavy downpours leading to flash flooding, urban flooding, and rising rivers and creeks. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 185741-1686445072448.jpg">For the most up-to-date weather information, join us streaming 24/7.

Severe Storms For Mid-South & Southeast Sunday-Monday

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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 severe thunderstorm watch is in effect until 10 pm CDT for portions of Texas and Mississippi. Storms this evening are capable of wind gusts as high as 75 mph and hail up to 3" thick.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/6-10 RSC svr watch-1686439450043.png">A low pressure system will continue the severe weather threat through this evening, including the I-35 and I-45 corridors from central Texas through southeast Texas (TOP OF PAGE). Wind, hail, and a tornado or two are possible, with the most impactful storms expected during the afternoon on Saturday.Storms have already produced widespread gusty winds and large hail in Texas. Some were as large as golf balls!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/6-10 RSC TX hail-1686439603104.png"><h2>This evening</h2>As we head into this evening, the risk (top of page) covers a large section of I-20, I-30, I-35 and I-45 in Texas. Damaging winds and very large hail are the more widespread hazards, though a tornado or two may be possible as directional shear increases.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 SPC Wind-1686418231385.jpg">In addition to the heightened wind and hail threats, significant hail (bigger than golf balls) and damaging winds (gusts 75+ mph) will be possible from north central Texas, including DFW, and as far south as Austin. Be sure to protect or cover property before storms begin! A few tornadoes are possible for a similar region of north and central Texas.<h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 SIgs-1686418238666.jpg"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 Sat Tor 2-1686418246105.jpg">Forecast</h1>Storms have reached severe limits today, and strong or severe storms will continue to push south and east through the evening. With the loss of daytime heating, storms will weaken, but an isolated strong storm can't be ruled out.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/2023-06-10 15-13-00-1686431690193.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 TX Rain-1686395660223.jpg">Heavy rain is expected where strong thunderstorms form, leading to an isolated flooding threat Saturday. 1-3 inches of rain are possible where storms form, with higher totals in areas that see multiple rounds of storms. The severe weather threat <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.weathernationtv.com/news/severe-threat-favors-the-mid-south-sunday">continues Sunday into the Lower Mississippi Valley, Mid-South and Ohio Valley</a>.Be sure to check back in and stay with WeatherNation for the latest on air and online.

Enhanced Severe Weather Threat Targets Dallas This Weekend

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While we inch closer to the official beginning of summer, hot temperatures in the Lonestar State are expected. However, we could be feeling exceptionally high heat for the upcoming week, with numerous daily maximum temperature records in jeopardy. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 182744-1686443293094.jpg">An upper-level ridge that has been responsible for high-temperature records falling in Puerto Rico and elsewhere in the Caribbean will build north, allowing this same heat to build into the contiguous 48. Daily record highs will be in jeopardy through the upcoming week, particularly across southern portions of Texas. In fact, Brownsville will have the potential to see records fall every single day!<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/texasheat-1686443753277.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>The heat will be amplified by the copious amounts of moisture in the atmosphere. Even by Sunday, we'll see heat indices in the triple-digits, if not way above! <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 184131-1686444175899.jpg">Heat is deadly, and so preparations need to be made now as this will be a prolonged period of intense heat. Cities including San Antonio and Austin will see actual temperatures reach well over 100F each day, with the heat indices higher still.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 183728-1686444273721.jpg"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 183748-1686444285142.jpg">Stay with WeatherNation for the latest on this developing story!

Potential Record-Breaking Heat in Texas

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A ridge of high pressure is pushing moisture into the Front Range of Colorado along a cold front. Upslope (easterly) winds are expected to aid in the development of heavy rain through early next week, while an upper-level low provides wind shear from the southwest.<h1>Outlooks</h1><h2>This Evening </h2>Showers and storms will continue through tonight. Model data shows that many areas will receive at least 1-2" of rain. Isolated flash flooding issues are possible, along with nuisance flooding (roads and poor drainage areas).The SPC has highlighted the severe weather threat from the eastern Plains of Colorado to western Missouri. A few thunderstorms could produce 60 mph wind gusts and 1" thick hail. The more widespread threat will be from the flooding, though.<h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 Central Plains-1686411449486.jpg">Sunday</h1>Colorado will continue to see a combination of upslope flow and upper-level winds lead to a severe weather threat Sunday for southern Colorado and northern New Mexico. The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has highlighted similar areas for the risk of flooding. Upslope flow in southern Colorado generally leads to non-severe storms, but rain and small hail do remain possible in this typical June pattern.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 Sun WPC-1686411541118.jpg">However, along with the chance of heavy rain Sunday, a few severe thunderstorms will be possible. Denver to Calyton will have an elevated likelihood of large hail and strong winds.<h2><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 Sun SPC-1686411460102.jpg">Monday</h2>Threats continue on Monday as the pattern doesn't change much. Heavy rain will likely remain the more widespread impact with another slight risk for flash flooding.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 Mon WPC-1686411534546.jpg"> A few isolated severe storms are also possible, mainly east of I-25.<h2><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/06-10 MON SPC-1686412228001.jpg">Forecast</h2>Afternoons and evenings look very active through Monday, and possibly into the middle of this week. Expect the best chance for strong and severe storms in the early to mid-afternoon each day, with activity dropping off in the overnight hours. Be sure to cover or protect your property to prevent hail damage.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/coloradostorms-1686414367465.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video><h2>Climatology</h2>This area has been very wet lately. The ground is relatively saturated after two to three times the amount of normal rainfall.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 102648-1686414429008.jpg">The western Plains will have an elevated chance of flooding due to the wet ground and new rain, but it is helping with the drought!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/22-1686345455035.jpg">Tune in to WeatherNation 24/7 for all of your top weather headlines and regional forecasts. The Central regional is always :30 past the hour, and the Western Regional is at :50 past the hour.

Multiple Days of Rain & Severe Storms for Colorado & the Plains

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Originally born in Spokane, Washington,  Jackie's Dad was in the Air Force which led her to a life of travel. She has lived in Wichita, Okinawa, Japan, Baltimore, New Jersey, Indiana and South Carolina.  After graduating from Kadena High School, in Okinawa Japan, she got a full basketball scholarship to Coppin State College. On the court she was a 4-year starter and reached over 1000 points in her basketball career. She was also named Athlete of the Year for the whole university in 2002. Off the court, she earned a degree in Broadcast Production/English.

After college, she landed a job as a radio personality. Jackie went on to have a successful career for 12 years working at KXLY broadcast center. While on the radio, she decided to change career. Jackie went back to school, graduating from the Mississippi State Meteorology Broadcast Program. From snow, to tornadoes, to hurricanes, she has had experience forecasting all these events.

Jackie Brown

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Over the next few days, flood alerts are in place for parts of Montana, Idaho, and Washington. Moderate to heavy rainfall is possible as a system lingers over this part of the country. Heavy rainfall can lead to flash flooding, ponding on roadways, and the rising of streams, creeks, and rivers. Some of the storms may have localized rainfall rates of 1-2" per hour. Avoid driving through flooded roadways.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/Screenshot 2023-06-10 103513-1686414952668.jpg">It's been a busy week, and more storms are expected to develop each day this weekend. Daytime heating, moisture that has streamed in from the Gulf, and an area of low pressure alongside a frontal boundary will provide enough lift, moisture, and energy for storms to develop, especially during the afternoons and evenings. A few storms will stick around tonight, and expect more storms around mainly in the Northern Rockies.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/nwstorms-1686415116587.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>There will be the potential for heavy rainfall. Rainfall totals can reach up to four inches in some places over the next five days. Montana has the best potential of seeing some of the heaviest rainfall. The Weather Prediction Center (WPC) has issued excessive rainfall risks for the next few days in the Northwest. According to the WPC, there are a few areas of central MT over 90% saturated (based on NASA Grace imagery). This will help increase flooding potential with already saturated soils.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/4-1686412620545.jpg">Despite the rain, many places in the Pacific Northwest will feel above average through the weekend and into next week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/5-1686412631332.jpg">For more information and updates on the flood threat in the northern Rockies and Pacific Northwest, join WeatherNation always streaming 24/7 and with the latest alerts always scrolling at the bottom of your screen.

Flooding Still a Possibility for Many in the Northwest

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Summer of 1993, New England Dragway. That's when and where Steve knew he wanted to become a meteorologist. More than 20 years later he is extremely fortunate and blessed to be able to live his childhood dream. As a lover of math and science, Steve had a consistent interest in weather in elementary, middle, and high school before discovering you can major in meteorology. He attended Lyndon State College in Vermont where he received a bachelor's in meteorology-broadcasting and associate's in television news. He has worked as a meteorologist and reporter in Winchester, VA, Burlington, VT, and most recently in West Palm Beach, FL. He's recognized by the American Meteorological Society with the Certification of Broadcast Meteorologists.

Steven Glazier

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Extremely hazardous air has been impacting the Eastern Seaboard as wildfire smoke pours south from Canada. Hazardous air quality has been shifting south and offshore since Wednesday, improving the air quality in some locations. However, we still have alerts in effect for poor air quality in parts of Ohio Valley down to Northern portions of Georgia.While air quality is expected to improve for many areas this weekend, lingering unhealthy air quality is still possible. An upper-level low with northerly flow is the culprit, bringing intense wildfire smoke but also cooler conditions and slightly unsettled weather in terms of showers this week. The thickest smoke will be across the mid-Atlantic with improvements toward NYC and New England.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/1-1686410754291.jpg"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/2-1686410810577.jpg">For specific city by city information on air quality in your area - please visit the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://fire.airnow.gov/">EPA's website</a>.The low pressure will finally move offshore a bit on Saturday, changing the wind direction and thinning the smoke in the Northeast. This will also help reduce the cloud cover and rain chances for many outside of New England, and temperatures will start to rise as well.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/2023-06-10 09-27-06-1686410871050.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Saturday the low edges into the Atlantic and pulls some of the moisture that direction too, leading to a drier afternoon through the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/3-1686410939035.jpg">Isolated showers are still possible through New England, but more spots will stay dry than get rain. On Sunday we anticipate more of the same, but storms will have a bit more heat to work with, so there is a higher potential for severe weather.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/4-1686410986463.jpg">Highs into the weekend will be below average but warming slightly as the upper level low providing cooler air pulls into the Atlantic Ocean. By Sunday most will be returning back to at or above average temperatures.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/06/1-1686411062395.jpg">For more information on the Northeast, join WeatherNation for the latest top weather headlines, always streaming 24/7.

Drastic Improvement Across the Northeast as Smoke Moves Out

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<ul>
 	<li>Hurricane watch</li>
 	<li>Tropical storm warning</li>
 	<li>Storm surge warning</li>
</ul>
Do you know the difference between these tropical alerts and what to do if one is issued for your home? Let’s break down the different types of alerts during tropical systems.

When a tropical storm or hurricane *watch* is issued, it means corresponding winds are possible within 48 hours.
For a tropical storm that means sustained winds of 39 miles per hour or greater. For a hurricane that means 74 mph or greater are possible.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-121733" src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2020/05/Tropical-Watch.jpg" alt="" width="1187" height="577" />

The rule of thumb when it comes to a *watch* is that’s the time when you want to quickly finish preparations, such as putting up your storm shutters. It’s also the time you want to head to your designated storm shelter, or plan to leave soon if evacuations are issued for your location.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-121734" src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2020/05/Tropical-Warning.jpg" alt="" width="1177" height="610" />
When a tropical storm or hurricane *warning* is issued, it means hazardous and potentially life-threatening weather conditions will begin in the next 36 hours. By this time, preparations must be finished. Quickly get to your designated safe place.

Next, we have *storm surge* alerts.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-121735" src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2020/05/Storm-Surge-Alerts.jpg" alt="" width="1169" height="608" />
A storm surge *watch* means life-threatening inundation from rising coastal waters is possible within 48 hours. A warning? Within 36 hours. If you’re in a storm surge warning, check the latest evacuation orders and get to higher ground if need be.

Please note that these alerts can be issued before tropical systems have fully formed. Vice versa, alerts may be issued for storms that have lost their tropical characteristics but still produce dangerous conditions.

WeatherNation's Hurricane Preparedness Week is Monday, May 25 to Sunday, May 31 where we will get you ready for the upcoming hurricane season. We will share tips on preparations, information to help you understand the forecast, and what to do before, during, and after a storm. Also, the National Hurricane Center will release its seasonal outlook on Thursday, May 21. Stay with us as we bring you these stories this season!

To watch/listen to this story, see our video below:

https://youtu.be/-5HbDeA53_U

Find The Difference: Tropical Watch Vs. Warning

Cooler Temperatures & Additional Rain Headed to California

More Rain is on the way for the West. Another

Severe Storms For Mid-South & Southeast Sunday-Monday

Severe weather will be possible tomorrow so f

Enhanced Severe Weather Threat Targets Dallas This Weekend

A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect unti

Potential Record-Breaking Heat in Texas

While we inch closer to the official beginnin

Multiple Days of Rain & Severe Storms for Colorado & the Plains

A ridge of high pressure is pushing moisture

Flooding Still a Possibility for Many in the Northwest

Over the next few days, flood alerts are in p

Drastic Improvement Across the Northeast as Smoke Moves Out

Extremely hazardous air has been impacting th