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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After an active start to the week with heavy rain and snow, our latest system is coming to a close. We expect the heaviest rainfall to favor southern California while the heaviest snow favors the central and northern Sierra. Scattered rain &amp; snow showers will continue through the day on Wednesday while the threats for flooding continue to drop.The California snowpack statewide is over double the normal, in particular, the southern Sierra has benefited the most from the active winter season. For example, Soda Springs, CA has received over 56 feet of snow this season, making this season the 2nd snowiest since records started in 1946! The Sierra is only about 11 feet shy of the record 1951-52 year. Another upper-level low pressure is teaming up with an abundance of Pacific moisture, this will keep the southwest active through mid-week. <video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/2023-03-22 05-44-29-1679485493556.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video><h2>Flood Risk</h2>Flash flooding remains our primary concern, especially through southern California including LA and San Diego along the I-5 corridor and HWY 101. Flood alerts are in effect here along with central Arizona and Nevada where snowmelt combines with heavy rainfall to create high-running rivers, creeks, and streams. Rain totals up to another 1" for coastal California and the Central Valleys will enhance the flood threat today. Due to saturated soils from the previous downpours, an additional inch of rain could be enough to overwhelm the soils and cause flooding again.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 SW Flood LERTS-1679485174285.JPG"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 SW Rain-1679485180287.JPG"><h2>Snow Threat</h2>Winter alerts stretch through the Sierra Nevada and San Gabriel mountains for heavy snow and gusty winds. Notice where the Winter Storm Warnings (pink) are versus where the snowfall totals will be the heaviest. Mountains over 7,000' could see accumulations from a foot to up to several additional feet of snow by the time this system is over. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 SW Winter LERTS-1679485186680.JPG"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 SW Snow-1679485193204.JPG">Stay with WeatherNation for the latest in the snow amounts and timing for the Western U.S., the Western regional forecast is at :50 past the hour!

Rain & Snow Wind Down in California

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With the jet stream focused over the Midwest, the weather looks active through the end of the week with severe storm chances and flooding. As a stronger low pressure system moves across the region Thursday night into Friday, more widespread hazardous weather appears likely. Isolated severe storms are possible starting Wednesday, with large hail the primary concern. Storms could be active early, but stronger storms look more likely late in the day and overnight. Find a way to cover/protect property before going to bed.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/spc wed-1679491613434.jpg">The strongest storms don't develop until late in the day Wednesday through the I-70 corridor and continue through the Overnight around the Great Lakes. Due to the nighttime nature of these storms, please have a way to get severe weather alerts.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/2023-03-22 05-03-33-1679483087877.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>As a stronger trough moves from the Plains into the Midwest Thursday into Friday, severe storm chances will increase in the region, particularly farther south near the Ohio Valley and Mid-South.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 Thu-Fri Severe Overview-1679483206940.JPG">Storms look active around and south of I-70 during Thursday afternoon and evening, with large hail and damaging winds the most likely hazards. As the surface low and cold front moves across the region into Friday, an intense line of storms could form and move through late Friday with all modes of severe weather possible.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/2023-03-22 05-04-00-1679483194895.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>With multiple rounds of heavy rain expected, there is growing concern for flash flooding toward the end of the week, especially during the Friday timeframe. As soils become more saturated, expect flash flooding to become likely around the Ohio River by late Friday.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 OH Valley Mod Rain-1679483910862.JPG">Hi-resolution models are just coming into range for Friday's storms, but even before the line moves through Friday evening, the Baron forecast model (below) already depicts a widespread 1-4 inches of rainfall.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 OH Valley Rain Fcast-1679483917489.JPG">Stay with WeatherNation for the latest in the Severe and Rain forecast streaming 24/7.

Strong Storms & Flooding Target the Midwest

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A strong upper-level low pressure system moving east from California will set the stage for another round of severe storms late this week from the Plains through the Deep South and Midwest. Storms look most intense late Thursday through the day on Friday as they track across the lower MS Valley with significant hail, tornadoes, and damaging straight-line winds.<h2>Thursday</h2>The risk on Thursday stretches from the Rio Grande River to northeast Indiana, with a higher risk from Tulsa through Del Rio (yellow region). The most widespread hazard on Thursday is expected to be large hail, possibly over 2 inches in diameter in some locations.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 SPC Thu-1679481172105.JPG">Areas that could see hail that poses a significant risk to property (lime size and above) are highlighted in purple below.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 SIg Hail Thu-1679481178966.JPG">An isolated tornado threat is expected to accompany the risk for hail and damaging winds. This area is much smaller and is confined to either side of the Red River Valley.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 Tor Thu-1679481196981.JPG">Storms develop along the area of low pressure on Thursday afternoon and evening near the cold front in Oklahoma and Missouri. Later in the evening and overnight, storms initiate along the new cold front in Texas with large hail.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/2023-03-22 04-31-41-1679481232114.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video><h2>Friday</h2>The severe weather risk increases on Friday as storms approach the Mississippi. Significant tornadoes and damaging winds appear likely given the strong wind shear and favorable low-level environment for supercells. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 SPC Fri-1679481205829.JPG">The Storm Prediction Center is highlighting the chance for significant severe weather for the region below. This means at least one of the following is expected: strong tornadoes (EF2+), hurricane force winds (gusts over 74 mph), and/or hail over 2 inches in diameter. Given the favorable setup previously mentioned, winds and tornadoes are likely the more significant threats for this region. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-22 Sig Svr Fri-1679481214815.JPG">High resolution models are just starting to get into the range for the timing for this event, but storms are most likely to be the strongest from the late morning through the evening, with some strong storms possible overnight into Saturday as well.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/2023-03-22 04-32-29-1679481223881.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Details for this system still need to be fine-tuned, such as exact location, timing, and specific storm threats. Stay with WeatherNation for the latest.

Severe Storm Chances Return to the Plains & South Late Week

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FOUR CORNERS - Fresh snow is leading to unstable slopes and the avalanche risk through much of the Southwest and Northwest this week. In addition to your standard winter alerts, Colorado and Northern New Mexico are under avalanche watches (orange) and warnings (blue) for the most dangerous avalanche conditions continuing through Thursday. Unfortunately, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://avalanche.org/avalanche-accidents/">avalanches killed two</a> people this past weekend in Colorado alone - on March 17th and 19th. Snow has been coming down across the Four Corners and will continue with wind, snow-covered roads, and heavy accumulations which could lead to potentially difficult travel. Winter weather alerts are in effect through much of the 4 Corners region (Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico) for higher elevation snowfall. This comes after half a foot of fresh snow in New Mexico and Colorado in the last 24 hours. An additional 12-24" of snow in Utah and 6-12" of snow in Colorado is possible.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/co alerts-1679492027358.JPG">Rain and snow become much more widespread through tonight as a frontal system continues to push into the Four Corners. We will see wet weather continue throughout the day as Pacific moisture is carried inland. Snowfall levels will be above 7,000 feet generally, so don't expect much snow at the lower elevations of Colorado, Utah, and Arizona. The mountains, however, will see low visibility and difficult travel. Routes to watch will be I-80, I-70 and I-40.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-21_18z 4 corn-1679452856373.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Snowfall totals of one to three feet are possible around the highest elevations of Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico. The lower elevations can reach around 6-12 inches. This will result in difficult mountain travel, especially at night and over the high elevation passes. In addition <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/rockies snow-1679492113355.jpg">In addition to the snowfall, we anticipate strong winds through the eastern Plains of Colorado and New Mexico. This occurs when strong upper level winds run perpendicular to the spine of the Rocky Mountain and then wind at higher altitudes hits the mountains and then rushes down the slope. Winds could gust upwards of 40-50 mph across the eastern Plains, so be prepared for blowing dust and high fire danger as a result in addition to areas of blowing snow. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/wind alerts-1679492314009.JPG">For more on the Southwestern forecast join us on WeatherNation at :50 past the hour.

Avalanches in Colorado Claim the Lives of Two - Avalanche Alerts Continue this Week

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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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In addition to <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/severe-storm-chances-return-to-the-plains-south-late-week">severe storms</a>, heavy rain is expected from the Ozarks through the <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.weathernationtv.com/news/strong-storms-flooding-target-the-midwest">Ohio Valley</a>. A band of heavy rain is possible along a frontal boundary that will combine with plentiful moisture. Rainfall totals are likely to range from 1-3 inches, with isolated higher totals. The Baron Model shows the highest rainfall totals in Southern Missouri through Friday. Isolated rainfall totals of 4-5 inches will be possible.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/rain totals-1679487574057.JPG">The Weather Prediction Center has issued an excessive rainfall outlook for much of the Mississippi and Ohio Valleys on both Thursday and Friday with the incoming heavy rainfall. A Moderate risk for heavy rainfall is possible on Friday. Streams, creeks and low lying areas can be impacted, and flooding will be likely in the moderate risk. Driving conditions can change quickly, so make sure to be weather aware and always turn around and don't drown.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/thursday-1679488019624.JPG"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/friday-1679488030382.JPG"><video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/flooding concerns-1679488475704.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Tune in to Weather Nation throughout the hour for all your top weather headlines.

Heavy Rain & Flood Threat for the Ohio Valley Late Week

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A few winter alerts linger into tomorrow for the northern central and panhandle Nebraska and South Dakota. Light snow and ice accumulation will be possible. Mixed precipitation will cause slippery road conditions, and can impact the commutes. Slow down and use caution while traveling. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/valnetine-1679485288695.JPG">As an area of low pressure moves through he plains, it will bring ice and snow. The best timing for impacts will be tonight into Thursday morning. Slick road conditions will be possible, so the morning commute can be impacted.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/plains real forecast-1679485839531.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>If you feel like we have had a particularly snowy winter in the Northern Plains, it has been. Both Minneapolis and Duluth are ahead of schedule for wet weather this year, with Minneapolis seeing its third snowiest winter ever on record! This next storm looks to be mainly raining for the Twin Cities area, but Duluth will pick up on additional meaningful snowfall.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-19_duluith mn snow-1679272346247.JPG">An additional low-pressure system slides in behind Tuesday and Wednesday's snowmaker to produce minor snowfall totals but some slick roads can be expected.For more on the next snow maker in the High Plains, join WeatherNation for your eastern regional forecast, always :30 past the hour.

Winter Storm Warnings In The Plains Through Thursday

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Lauren Bostwick grew up in the small town of Aledo, Texas. Her interests have always involved sports, science, and of course, the weather! After interning at KBTX in College Station, she graduated from Texas A&amp;M University with a B.S. in Meteorology. During her time at Texas A&amp;M she became efficient in many areas of meteorology such as analyzing the radar, detecting severe weather, and forecasting for different regions. Straight out of college, Lauren started her career as a Weekend Meteorologist and Multimedia Journalist at CBS7 in Odessa, Texas. Due to the large coverage area, she was responsible for forecasting for many types of terrain stretching from the Big Bend National Park to southeastern New Mexico. She has experienced reporting on a variety of severe weather events, such as tornadoes, disastrous flooding events, and the devastating February 2021 winter storm. Lauren is thrilled to be a part of the WeatherNation team. Say howdy to Lauren on <a href="https://twitter.com/LBostwickWX">Twitter</a> and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LBostwickWX">Facebook</a>!

Lauren Bostwick

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Temperatures have been much below average over the past several days, in fact, record-breaking! Frost and freeze alerts have been dominating the mornings, with temperatures in the teens and twenties. It is not out of the ordinary to see the last freeze and frost of the season in mid-March for many who live between I-10 and I-20 in the South, but with plants starting to blossom, this burst of cold has caused some issues. The coldest air will last today before the temperature then quickly shoots back up to seasonal and eventually, above average. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/8-1679399815897.png">A ridge of high pressure is building from the south, while the low responsible for cold temps retreats back into the northern tier of the country. Relief from the cold is back in-sight, just in time for Spring Breakers to get on the beach! <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-21_wed to fri-1679423002733.JPG">Temperatures will climb in the upcoming days going from chilly to warm! There is even an opportunity to tie or break records in Florida from Thursday through Sunday of this week. Highs will soar into the 80s with even some low 90s, potentially setting records each day this weekend. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/03-21_wed to fri fl-1679423039016.JPG"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/03/2-1679400879177.png">Stay with WeatherNation for the latest on the temperature swings, streaming 24/7!

Record Cold to Record Heat for the Southeast

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The high fire danger across Southern California remains in the forecast again on Wednesday, as wildfires still continue to burn in several locations.

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A Red Flag Warning remains in effect from Ventura County south to San Diego until 5 PM PST.  A Red Flag Warning means warm temperatures, very low humidities, and stronger winds are expected to combine to produce an increased risk of fire danger or help spread existing fires.

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Gusty winds are also expected up to 35 to 45 mph through the afternoon for those under a Wind Advisory, including Ventura County Interior and Coastal Valleys, the Santa Clarita Valley, and the San Fernando Valley.

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Dry conditions are expected to continue through the end of the week before the return of clouds and fog into the weekend as a trough of low pressure moves in.

For WeatherNation, I'm <a href="https://media.weathernationtv.com/team/meredith-garofalo/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Meteorologist Meredith Garofalo</a>