Alana Cameron was born and raised in Canada in the city of Mississauga, just outside of Toronto. Alana is the oldest of 4 siblings, all close in age, and grew up playing outside with them in all types of weather. After graduating high school, Alana moved to study at the University of British Columbia in Kelowna for a year before transferring to Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia where she completed a Bachelor of Science in Physics and Atmospheric Science. Upon completion, Alana moved back to Toronto where she completed a post-grad degree in Meteorology at York University. After her post-grad, she went on to complete another post-grad in Broadcast Journalism - TV News at Fanshawe College in London, Ontario. During her final year of studies she had the privilege of interning with the best in the business in Canada at The Weather Network. Once she finished her internship, she got the call from small-town Denison, Texas where she accepted a job as an on-air meteorologist at KTEN-TV, right in tornado alley, covering severe weather from Sherman/Denison (North Texas) to Ada (Southern Oklahoma). After the most active tornado season Oklahoma had seen in May 2019 (105 tornadoes!) Alana is excited to join WeatherNation to cover weather all across the nation. If you're interested in following her on social media she can be found @alanacameronwx!

Alana Cameron

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NORTHERN PLAINS - After a powerful <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/derecho-tears-through-north-dakota-and-minnesota-friday">derecho tore through North Dakota and Minnesota Friday and into Saturday</a>, we're looking ahead to our next chance for severe weather in the same areas.<h2>Forecast Set-Up</h2>Another upper-level trough is expected to sweep across the Plains and into the Upper Midwest late Sunday. This system will bring the threat of damaging winds, large hail, and even tornadoes.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/06-21_rnc trough-1750516185249.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>At the surface, a frontal boundary colliding with intense heat and instability will provide the lift needed to support thunderstorm development.<h2><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-21 082917-1750516216669.png">Severe Outlooks</h2>On Sunday, the Storm Prediction Center has issued a SLIGHT (level 2 out of 5) risk for severe weather across portions of Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Some of the same areas were impacted by Friday and Saturday morning's derecho.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/web 8-1750589181347.png">There is a tornado risk across northern Minnesota, but there is also a significant hail and wind threat. This region highlighted is where supercells are likely to develop.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Web 9-1750589193667.png">As this frontal boundary pushes east on Monday, the SPC has issued an additional SLIGHT (level 2 out of 5) risk for severe weather, including the states of Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, and Michigan.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-21 082118-1750516398997.png">Flooding will also be a concern with heavy rain expected for several consecutive days, leaving the soil saturated and unable to absorb new incoming rain, so runoff and isolated flash flooding possible. <video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-22 06-45-46-1750589233680.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video><h2>Forecast Timing</h2>Our in-house Baron model suggests storms will be slow to initiate, with most activity ramping up in the late evening and overnight hours on Sunday.By Monday, the tail end of the boundary stalls. As energy and lift encounter hot, humid conditions, storms are likely to develop in the Siouxland and Omaha areas, pushing northeast into more of the Upper Midwest later in the day and into the night.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-22 06-49-02-1750589367356.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Be sure to have multiple ways to get severe weather alerts, more details about this will be talked about at :30 past the hour during our central regional forecast on WeatherNation!

Tracey Anthony

Severe Weather Returns to Northern Plains After Friday’s Derecho

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The 2025 Eastern Pacific hurricane season is off to a record-breaking start, with five named storms: Alvin, Barbara, Cosme, Dalila, and Erick. This level of early activity is well ahead of the seasonal average, which typically sees the first named storm by June 10, the second by June 24, and the third by July 6. Dalila forming on the 13th marked the fastest four storms to be named in the basin since record keeping began, beating 1974, which saw Dolores form by the 14th of June.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-20 051607-1750418474627.jpg">Now, there is a new area of concern in the Eastern Pacific. An area of disorganized showers and thunderstorms has roughly a 70 percent chance of development within the next 7 days. This area is currently located offshore of Central America and Southern Mexico.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-21 113105-1750527076490.png"><video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/06-21 gfs-1750527085108.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Backtracking just a bit to Erick, its remnant moisture is expected to move into the United States. This will have a profound impact on New Mexico, with bringing rainfall into the region. New Mexico has been extremely dry, and fires have been ongoing across the region. The rainfall is expected Sunday into early next week.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/New Baron Video 3-1750542062311.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>ATLANTICThe Atlantic hurricane season, which began on June 1, has remained quiet with no named storms forming so far. This lack of activity is being attributed to three key atmospheric factors: persistent wind shear, marginally warm water temperatures, and the presence of Saharan dust. &nbsp;<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-29 104826-1748537463299.png">The Saharan dust, which often travels westward from Africa, can suppress tropical development by introducing dry, stable air into the atmosphere. In addition, wind shear is disrupting the organization of tropical waves and disturbances, preventing them from developing into more significant systems. While sea surface temperatures are warm enough to support storm formation, they are not as favorable as in recent years, further limiting activity.&nbsp;<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/1-1750388233251.png">Although the Atlantic is off to a slow start, this is not unusual for June. Historically, tropical activity in the Atlantic does not typically ramp up until later in the summer, particularly in August and September, with the peak occurring around the 15th of September.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Day1SVR-1749823458384.png"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-29 104849-1748537876634.png">For now, the quiet beginning to the season is considered perfectly normal.&nbsp;The early season will more often see more tropical storms than hurricanes, but hurricanes can form and impact the United States, so it's <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/hurricane-prep-week-2025">always best to be prepared</a>. Andrea is the first name on the list in the Atlantic in 2025.NOAA and Colorado State are expecting an above-average season in the Atlantic Basin. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/noaa-predicts-above-average-2025-hurricane-season">Click here to read more.</a>

New Tropical Threat Emerging in Eastern Pacific After Hurricane Erick's Landfall

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SUNDAY'S HEAT IMPACTS OVER 150 MILLION: Heat alerts remain in effect Sunday and through the work week across a large swath of the central U.S. to the Northeast. More records fell on Saturday including Minneapolis, MN reaching 96°. This heat is still building and the warmest temperatures could be recorded over the next few days. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Web 1-1750586443403.png">While actual temperatures will be hot, it’s the heat index, or "feels like" temperature, that’s triggering most of these alerts. Sunday, heat index values are expected to reach 103-108°F in many locations. That is because dew points will reach into the 70s for most, that is tropical air! <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-21 163215-1750545193020.png">Across the Central Plains, highs will climb well into the 90s, with many areas feeling closer to 100°F or more. Since this is the first major heatwave of the season, it’s important to mentally and physically prepare ahead of time.This is the first major heat wave of the season, and experts warn it could be especially dangerous. The National Weather Service emphasizes that extreme heat can be deadly, particularly for vulnerable populations such as the elderly, children, and those without access to air conditioning. Avoid strenuous outdoor activities when possible. Stay hydrated, wear light clothing, and take frequent breaks if you must be outside.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Web 3-1750585916694.png"><h1>TOO HOT TOO SOON?</h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-18 184109-1750293810338.png">Is this early-season heat normal? Not quite. Many places don’t typically see their first 100°F day until July, making this stretch of heat a bit ahead of schedule.This early onset is one reason for the elevated HeatRisk levels. The HeatRisk tool is a planning resource developed by the National Weather Service to help people understand how dangerous the heat might be in their area over the next seven days. It combines temperature forecasts with other factors—like how unusual the heat is for the time of year and how long it’s expected to last—to give a clearer picture of potential health risks.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-21 124747-1750531673790.png">Factors used to create the Heat Risk Map include: forecast high temperatures, duration of heat, overnight temperatures, climatological rarity, population sensitivity, geographical/seasonal context, humidity, persistence and cumulative effects. Key safety tips include:<ul><li>Stay indoors during peak heat hours (10 a.m. – 4 p.m.).</li><li>Drink plenty of water and avoid alcohol or caffeine.</li><li>Use fans, air conditioning, or visit public cooling centers.</li><li>Check on neighbors, especially the elderly or those living alone.</li></ul>The extreme heat is expected to linger into midweek, with only gradual relief in sight. Prepare accordingly.

150+ Million Brace for Extreme Heat

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Record highs are likely across the Northeast starting Sunday and lasting through at least Wednesday. Over 200 locations could tie or break records during this stretch! Before we dive into the rabbit whole of the first heat wave of the season, want to talk storm threat, real quick. The pattern across the Northeast has been cool and rainy as of late. Many residents likely can't recall the last weekend it did not rain. But now, Mother Nature looks to flip the switch, with widespread, record-breaking heat possible heading into next week. Ahead of the intense heat, there is still an isolated chance we could get some stronger storms. By Sunday early morning, a few severe storms could be possible across New England. Wind and hail are the major impacts expected with the storms today, however a few tornado warnings were issued early Sunday AM. <h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Web 5-1750587582536.png"></h1><h1>HEAT DOME</h1><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Web 7-1750587045473.png">A strong high-pressure system will build later this weekend into early next week, sending temperatures soaring. This ridge otherwise called a "heat dome" — that suppresses cloud formation and allows intense sunlight to bake the surface. This pattern is drawing hot, humid air from the South into the Midwest and Northeast, compounding the discomfort. As a result, extensive heat alerts have already been issued across parts of the East Coast, with more likely to follow as we head into this week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Web 2-1750587136427.png">And keep in mind—these highs in the 90s and even triple digits don’t tell the full story. With humidity factored in, heat index values will make it feel even hotter.<h2><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-21 123815-1750531101572.png">Dangerous Heat Risk</h2>This combination of heat and humidity can quickly become dangerous, especially for the elderly and vulnerable populations. The National Weather Service’s HeatRisk product shows widespread extreme heat impacts.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Web 6-1750587151112.png">Remember: Heat is the deadliest weather hazard in the U.S., and it’s often underestimated. Don’t let your guard down. Stay hydrated, limit outdoor activities, and check on those at risk.

Stormy & Sweaty Northeast - First 100° Days Possible

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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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The summer solstice happened on Friday, June 20th, but apparently the Northern Rockies missed the memo. A cold (relatively) area of low pressure is dropping through the Northwest, creating rain, thunderstorms, and even heavy mountain snow. A winter storm warning is in effect for Glacier National Park above 6,000 feet where 6-12 inches could accumulate in those higher elevation areas. Snow levels could drop as low as 3,000-4,000 ft Sunday morning, causing travel issues on mountain passes over that elevation.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-21 094950-1750521001934.png">Our in-house model (Baron) shows over a foot of snow in the Lewis Range, which encompasses Glacier National Park in NW Montana, and pockets of 6"+ in SW Montana in the Gallatin Range and the Absaroka Range, in Yellowstone National Park.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/1-1750562683010.png">Light snow was observed in a few locations Saturday morning, but the bulk of the snow is expected to fall from Saturday night into Sunday morning. A few areas of snow could develop again in the higher elevations late Sunday night.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/2025-06-22 06-39-25-1750588810011.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>

Over a Foot of Snow Expected in the Rockies to Kickoff Summer

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Thursday's storms left a lot of residents in the dark across parts of the Interstate 95 region! Power crews have been working hard trying to get as many customers as possible back on board as the warm temperatures build in! If you decide to use a generator to power your home, please keep it away from windows and doors (at least 25 ft) to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.<h1>Next Round</h1>Another round of severe storms will be possible over the weekend, primarily farther north than Thursday's strongest storms. Energy from the Upper-Midwest moves through the Great Lakes late Friday, arriving in New York state on Saturday. Gusty winds are expected to be the main threat, meaning downed trees and power lines, in addition to a low-end tornado risk. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-20 091639-1750432617401.png"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-20 091643-1750432624603.png">The threat will continue Sunday morning as storms continue to move in from NW to SE.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/1-1750458862418.png"><h2>Forecast Timing</h2>Tonight, a few storms will try to build into Western NY and PA but they will fizzle as they move eastward! However, more severe storms will be likely on Saturday with leftover severe storms rolling out of Michigan. Another round of severe storms could be possible into Sunday for the New England region.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/New Baron Video 3-1750459027990.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video><h2>Flooding</h2>Some heavy rain and flooding is becoming likely if repeated rounds of storms move over the same areas like our forecast suggests below!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/1-1750459063230.png">

Jesse Kelley

Storms Knock Out Power on the East Coast, More On the Way

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Major Hurricane Erick made landfall in extreme western Oaxaca, Mexico on Thursday June 19 around 5:30 am CT. Maximum sustained winds are estimated at 125 mph, with a central pressure of 950 mb.<div class="twitter-tweet" style="display: flex; justify-content: center" data-twitt-post-id="1935664693391028289" src="https://x.com/NHC_Pacific/status/1935664693391028289"></div>Erick was a category 4 storm as it approached the southern coast of Mexico with winds maxing out at 140 mph. Erick underwent rapid intensification, a term used for storms that increase wind speeds of 35 mph in 24 hours. In 24 hours, Erick increased by 65 mph in 24 hours.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-19 050802-1750331299190.jpg">Erick is a now post tropical system as it continues to bring the threat of more flash flooding and mudslides in Mexico! Some of the moisture from Erick could move northward into the Desert SW next week!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Screenshot 2025-06-17 031736-1750151863022.png">The 2025 Eastern Pacific hurricane season is off to a record-breaking start, with five named storms: Alvin, Barbara, Cosme, Dalila, and now Erick. This level of early activity is well ahead of the seasonal average, which typically sees the first named storm by June 10, the second by June 24, and the third by July 6. Dalila forming on the 13th marked the fastest four storms to be named in the basin since record keeping began, beating 1974, which saw Dolores form by the 14th of June.ATLANTICThe Atlantic hurricane season, which began on June 1, has remained quiet with no named storms forming so far. This lack of activity is being attributed to three key atmospheric factors: persistent wind shear, marginally warm water temperatures, and the presence of Saharan dust. &nbsp;<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-29 104826-1748537463299.png">The Saharan dust, which often travels westward from Africa, can suppress tropical development by introducing dry, stable air into the atmosphere. In addition, wind shear is disrupting the organization of tropical waves and disturbances, preventing them from developing into more significant systems. While sea surface temperatures are warm enough to support storm formation, they are not as favorable as in recent years, further limiting activity.&nbsp;<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/1-1750388233251.png">Although the Atlantic is off to a slow start, this is not unusual for June. Historically, tropical activity in the Atlantic does not typically ramp up until later in the summer, particularly in August and September, with the peak occurring around the 15th of September.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/06/Day1SVR-1749823458384.png"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2025/05/Screenshot 2025-05-29 104849-1748537876634.png">For now, the quiet beginning to the season is considered perfectly normal.&nbsp;The early season will more often see more tropical storms than hurricanes, but hurricanes can form and impact the United States, so it's <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/hurricane-prep-week-2025">always best to be prepared</a>. Andrea is the first name on the list in the Atlantic in 2025.NOAA and Colorado State are expecting an above-average season in the Atlantic Basin. <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/noaa-predicts-above-average-2025-hurricane-season">Click here to read more.</a>

Major Hurricane Erick Makes Landfall as a Category 3

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We have been talking about the heavy rain impacting the West Coast and even the heavy snow chance in the High Plains, but areas that haven't been seeing precipitation over the past several months will be dealing with an increasing fire weather risk.
<h2>Drought Monitor</h2>
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Here is the latest drought monitor for the central and southwestern U.S..  You can see extreme to exceptional drought conditions over parts of New Mexico, Texas, Oklahoma and Kansas.  These are the same areas that need to be on alert for fire weather Saturday and Sunday.
<h2>Fire Weather Ingredients</h2>
All the ingredients will be there over the weekend for a dangerous fire risk.  I already mentioned the drought conditions, so we know it's very dry in these areas.

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Temperatures will be very warm with highs in the upper 80s and low 90s over parts of New Mexico and Texas.

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The winds will be strong on Sunday as well...and these strong winds help to fuel and spread any fires that develop.

So all the weather conditions needed for a fire weather threat will be there this weekend.  Warm temperatures, low humidity and strong winds.  Be ready for fire weather watches and red flag warnings over a majority of the areas in extreme drought conditions for Saturday and Sunday.
<h2>Extended Outlook</h2>
Looking at the extended forecast into mid-April, there is a chance the fire weather danger will continue in these same areas.  We are expect above normal temperatures and below normal precipitation over this region from April 12th -&gt; April 18th.

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<a href="https://www.facebook.com/MeteorologistPC/">Meteorologist Patrick Crawford</a>

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Strong Winds and High Fire Danger for the Southern Plains This Weekend

Drought Monitor

Fire Weather Ingredients

Extended Outlook

Severe Weather Returns to Northern Plains After Friday’s Derecho

NORTHERN PLAINS - After a powerful derecho to

New Tropical Threat Emerging in Eastern Pacific After Hurricane Erick's Landfall

The 2025 Eastern Pacific hurricane season is

150+ Million Brace for Extreme Heat

SUNDAY'S HEAT IMPACTS OVER 150 MILLION: Heat

Stormy & Sweaty Northeast - First 100° Days Possible

Record highs are likely across the Northeast

Over a Foot of Snow Expected in the Rockies to Kickoff Summer

The summer solstice happened on Friday, June

Storms Knock Out Power on the East Coast, More On the Way

Thursday's storms left a lot of residents in

Major Hurricane Erick Makes Landfall as a Category 3

Major Hurricane Erick made landfall in extrem