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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For the next few days there will be severe thunderstorms across the Southern Plains. The Storm Prediction Center has issued a Slight risk for these areas, where all severe modes of weather are possible. A surface low develops on the lee side (east side) of the Southern Rockies, enhancing lift and storm potential. The upper-level pattern has been stagnant for several days now. High pressure dominating the Midwest is pulling moisture into the high plains.<h2>Sunday</h2>The risk for a few strong storms continues across parts of New Mexico and Texas tonight with damaging winds and hail as the main threats. A few isolated tornadoes are also not out of the question. Storms will gradually lose their strength as they move to the east but the potential for very heavy rain continues into Monday.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/1-1685274938475.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Low-lying areas, streams, creeks, and rivers have the best potential for isolated flooding. Flash flooding may also occur through eastern New Mexico and the western Texas panhandle through Sunday, as soils are already saturated from repeated rounds of heavy rain this week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/4-1685274948960.png">If in a flash flood warning, seek higher ground immediately. Some areas could see a couple of inches of rain, which for some may not seem like a lot, but could lead to flooding concerns over the next few days.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/5-1685274985975.png">For more on the storm threat, join WeatherNation for the latest forecast always streaming 24/7.

Severe Threat Continues for the Southern Plains

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Temperatures for Memorial day weekend have been quite warm for some, but the thermometer will continue to climb in the upcoming days! An area of high pressure will ridge and this aid in maintaining above average temps into next week (ABOVE). Temperatures will reach 10-20 degrees above average for some spots! Summer is still weeks away, but a preview will be here!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/1-1685279091099.jpg">Looking ahead to the end of this next week, cities including Minneapolis, Indianapolis, and Omaha will possibly reach the low 90s! The average for these cities should be in the 70s. Summer-like heat will be felt, so find ways to stay cool!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/2-1685279159994.jpg">Temperatures have been above average in the Midwest and things will get even warmer! The high pressure system dominates across the east and will cause temperatures to soar. Washington D.C. is expected to reach 91 by Friday, but averages highs are typically in the upper 70s.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/3-1685279235310.jpg">As the temps continue to rise, don't forget to check the backseat for pets or children. It only takes 10 minutes for a temperatures to go from 90 to 109 in car! According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 33 children died of heatstroke in vehicles in 2022. A child can pass away once their body temperature reaches 107 degrees. Remember, hot car deaths are preventable.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/car sea-1685223974983.jpg">For more information on the Central Regional Forecast tune-in to WeatherNation at :30 past the hour.

Heating Up in the Central & Eastern U.S.

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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>!

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<h1>Sunday</h1>An area of low pressure that developed off the coast of the Carolinas early Saturday brought heavy rain and gusty winds to the coast. Some spots received 2-4" of rain in Georgia and South Carolina (ABOVE), while temperatures only warmed up into 60s in the afternoon due to the clouds, rain, and chilly wind!As this low moves inland, the rain will move along with it through Sunday. Gusty winds will also be an impact with this system. Some of the highest gusts on Sunday are expected in the Carolinas and Virginia. Expect a low severe weather threat.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/2023-05-27 19-00-22-1685235721687.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Very gusty conditions will be possible and small craft can be impacted with rough waves on lakes. Gusts up to 45 mph will be possible.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/forecast winds-1685235673590.jpg">Coastal flood alerts will be in place for storm surge up to 3 feet in North Carolina .High waters and flooding for low lying areas along shorelines is possible. There is also a high rip current which will make hazardous and dangerous swimming and surfing conditions. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/coastal flood alerts-1685235435629.jpg">Inexperienced swimmers should not go into the water due to rough surf, and even the best swimmers should take caution in these conditions. <img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/PIC1-1685278851180.jpg">Highs Sunday will be cool again in the Carolinas and Virginia where cloud cover and rain persists. A few record cold high temperatures are also possible too. 60s in the Southeast in late May is very unusual!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/5-27 RSE sun high-1685242439313.png"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/5-27 RSE dots-1685242447101.png">For more info on your Southeast Regional forecast, tune into WeatherNation at :10 past the hour.

Wind & Coastal Flood Alerts In The Southeast

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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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The Northwest has been no stranger to rain and storms (as we have seen for the past few days). Expect the pattern to remain active, as a frontal boundary combines with an area of low pressure aiding in development of showers and thunderstorms. Diurnal heating will also play a role, as the heating of the day will help fuel these storms. Another concern will be flooding. As we see snowpack melting, rivers rising and more rain, flooding issues will continue to be impactful.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/2023-05-27 18-01-03-1685232261155.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>Through Tuesday we can see rainfall amounts of 1-2 inches. Isolated heavy rain and flash flooding can't be ruled out as storms develop daily.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/rain accumulation-1685232281148.jpg">Another issue we are seeing is warm temperatures and rain helping to melt snowpack. This can cause rivers to elevate. With an active pattern in place and more shower and thunderstorm activity in the future, flooding will be an issue, especially where we have seen multiple days of rainfall. Flood alerts remain in place for the rainfall and snowmelt.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/flood alrets-1685232318494.jpg">As we look ahead for the first week of June, The Climate Prediction Center has issued an above average precipitation outlook for the Northwest and West. This means that these areas have the better chance of seeing higher than normal precipitation next week.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/precip outlook-1685232324483.jpg">For more information and updates with this system, tune into WeatherNation for :50 past the hour for our Western Regional Forecast.

Pattern Remains Active In The Northwest

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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.

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Rob Bradley

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An upper-level low will continue to dig through the western U.S. through the end of the weekend as a strong high remains in place over the central U.S. The inflow of moisture from the Pacific and shear (chance of wind direction/speed with height) around the low will provide enough lift for showers and storms.<h1>Severe Weather Outlooks</h1>Scattered severe storms in the Northern Rockies produced hail upwards of half dollar and ping pong ball sized in Wyoming, North Dakota and South Dakota!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/5-27 RNW hail-1685242714441.png">While the overall storm energy decreases overnight, there is still a chance for an isolated severe storm capable of gusty winds or 1" thick hail in the Dakotas, Nebraska and Montana.Sunday's severe weather risk will continue that trend and is east of the WY/MT border.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/PIC1-1685281001041.jpg">A few severe storms are expected in Monday as well, primarily across central North and South Dakota.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/PIC2-1685281044744.jpg">Expect showers to fade overnight. Storms will re-fire every day in the early afternoon and evening. Storms will be slightly more widespread Sunday as opposed to Monday. Each day, gusty winds and 1" thick hail (or larger) are the primary severe weather threats, but a brief tornado can't be completely ruled out.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/2023-05-27 19-43-11-1685238225920.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>While storms will be scattered and not everyone will get rain, a good chunk of the region could pick up another 1-2" of rain through Monday.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/05-27 N Plains Rain-1685190459822.jpg">This could lead to flash flooding in flood-prone areas through Monday.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/PIC1-1685281083865.jpg"> More on this story can be found in the Western Regional Forecast, always 50 past the hour.

Northern Plains: Unsettled Pattern Sticking Around

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It has been a rinse and repeat pattern in the plains with strong storms, and once again, more strong storms will develop Sunday. These storms have had a history of heavy rain, damaging winds, tornadoes, and large hail! In Plainview, Texas a gust of 72 mph was reported Saturday. This persistent surface pattern will once again help with storm development for Sunday with the risk of strong to severe storms!<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/1-1685231622743.jpg">The Storm Prediction center has issued an isolated tornado risk. Although only a small chance, there will be just enough spin in the atmosphere for an isolated tornado or 2. Plan now, and have a plan in place if a tornado strikes.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/2-1685231634080.jpg">The Timing: The best timing will be with diurnal heating. With the heating of the day, a trough of low pressure, and ample moisture, this formula will help to get storms going. Noon through Nine PM we see the best chances of the strong to severe storms.<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/2023-05-27 17-23-27-1685231658028.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>We can see some heavy rainfall with these storms. Isolated pockets of 3-4 inches will be possible, and because of this, the Weather Prediction Center has issued slight and moderate rain risks for these areas. These areas will have the greatest risk of flooding. Especially in low lying areas, streams and creeks.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/rainfall-1685231678170.jpg"><img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/3-1685231694083.jpg">For more info on this system and the Central regional forecast, tune into WeatherNation at :30 past the hour.

More Severe Storms For The Plains On Sunday

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Lucy Bergemann

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<video src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/PKG_052523_TRT 1.54_2023 HURRICANE OUTLOOK_KARISSA KLOS_SS_E052523-1685046735976.mp4" controls="true" width="100%"></video>The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has released their 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook. Every year a team of scientists develops an initial forecast of the number of named storms, hurricanes and major hurricanes based on climatological patterns and sea surface temperatures. Remember, the season outlook only refers to the potential number of storms, not where and who they impact. It only takes one storm to hit where you are, even in a below average season.In 2023, NOAA is calling for 12-17 named storms, 5-9 hurricanes and 1-4 major hurricanes (CAT 3+). Additionally, there is a 40% chance of a normal season, with 30% chance of both an above average or below average season.In an average season, we typically see 14 named storms, 7 hurricanes and 3 major hurricanes, making the initial 2023 forecast near normal. Scientists at Colorado State University released their forecast earlier in the Spring, calling for a slightly below average season for 2023.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/comapred-1685028192508.jpg">One of the major drivers of the forecast is the fact that we are in an ENSO neutral state transitioning to an El Nino by fall. ENSO is the relationship between the atmospheric and ocean temperatures in the equatorial pacific ocean. The last three years (2020-2022) we were in a La Nina pattern, which is characterized by cooler than average ocean temperatures and typically leads to a more active Atlantic Hurricane Season. El Nino patterns typically lend themselves to below average hurricane seasons in the Atlantic Basin.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/el nino-1685024978352.jpg">The other forecast factor is sea surface temperatures (SST). Warmer SSTs are favored for tropical development because of the heat and moisture release they can provide, fueling thunderstorm development within a tropical system. There is a balance between the El Nino pattern and sea surface temperatures and their impact on the forecast.<img src="https://media.weathernationtv.com/app/uploads/2023/05/sst-1685024991059.jpg">NOAA also is releasing a new hurricane model this year, which has shown a 15% improvement to forecast track and intensity compared to previous models. It also will be better at forecasting rapid intensification. This is in addition to a new storm surge model and 7 day outlooks for tropical weather. Atlantic Hurricane Season begins on June 1. For the latest in tropical systems and the threats, join WeatherNation for the forecast throughout the season.

NOAA Releases 2023 Atlantic Hurricane Season Outlook

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