A series of storms bringing heavy rain and flood warnings are affecting Southern California, with saturated grounds increasing risks of mudslides and debris flows. Evacuations are underway in burn scar areas, and residents are advised to avoid driving through flooded roads. The storm is expected to impact the Rose Parade and bring one of the wettest New Year's Days in decades, with ongoing updates and safety tips provided by authorities.
Heavy rain and thunderstorms caused flood warnings in Philadelphia and surrounding counties, with up to 3.5 inches of rain in some areas, but overall water levels remained low due to a dry month and cool weather conditions. The region experienced a shift to more typical August weather, with additional showers possible but no extreme heat expected.
Southeast Wisconsin experienced severe flash flooding from Saturday night into Sunday morning due to heavy rainfall, prompting flood warnings and advisories, with more rain expected.
Heavy rains and storm systems are causing renewed flood risks across Central Texas, including areas previously devastated by deadly floods, with warnings issued for flash flooding and potential additional rainfall into early next week.
During severe flash floods in Texas, local officials were largely unresponsive or unaware of the unfolding disaster, leaving many residents and campers to fend for themselves, with at least 119 lives lost and questions raised about emergency preparedness and alert systems.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott faced criticism after using a football analogy to downplay the floods and avoid blame, amid concerns over the lack of a county-wide siren system and inadequate flood warnings, which may have saved lives. Critics called his comments tone-deaf and questioned the state's budget priorities for public safety measures.
The Philadelphia area is experiencing persistent mugginess, random rains, and flooding due to heavy, unpredictable storms, with flood warnings in effect and the weather expected to remain unsettled through at least next Wednesday.
At least 59 people, including 21 children, have died in central Texas flash floods, with ongoing search efforts for missing campers from Camp Mystic. President Trump signed a major disaster declaration, amid concerns over weather prediction and emergency preparedness, as heavy rains continue to threaten the region.
A severe flood in Texas's Hill Country, caused by unprecedented rainfall, resulted in at least 50 deaths and highlighted challenges in weather forecasting, warning dissemination, and the impact of staffing cuts at the National Weather Service, amid ongoing debates over warning effectiveness and technological limitations.
The Texas Hill Country experienced severe flooding after unexpected heavy rainfall, with at least 69 deaths. While flood warnings were issued, questions remain about whether more proactive measures could have mitigated the tragedy, especially given the rapid rise of water levels and the timing during the holiday weekend. Forecasters and officials acknowledged the challenges in predicting and responding to such sudden floods.
The National Weather Service warns of a potential derecho with winds up to 105 mph impacting North Dakota and Minnesota overnight, with upgraded severe risk levels, severe thunderstorms, tornadoes, and flash floods expected in the region.
Parts of Minnesota experienced 3-5 inches of rain overnight into Monday, leading to flood warnings in several areas. Another storm front is expected to arrive Tuesday afternoon, with a marginal risk for severe weather. Cooler and less humid conditions are forecasted for Wednesday through Friday.
Severe storms and heavy rain are forecasted for the Plains and Upper Midwest following weeks of destructive weather that killed over two dozen people and caused widespread power outages. While this weekend's weather is expected to be less severe, strong storms, damaging winds, hail, and isolated tornadoes remain possible. Flood warnings are in effect for parts of Texas, and the Atlantic hurricane season has begun with a forecast of a hyperactive season.
A man ignored road barricades and ended up stranded in high water atop his Maserati on Columbus' South Side, captured by ODOT cameras. He was later rescued unharmed, but the extent of damage to his vehicle remains unknown. Central Ohio experienced road closures due to heavy rainfall, prompting river flood warnings, and the city of Columbus deployed flood walls to mitigate the impact.
Heavy rainfall in Southern California has prompted flood warnings and the possibility of dangerous conditions, with one to three inches of rain expected between Saturday and Sunday. Thunderstorms and flash flood warnings are anticipated, raising concerns about urban flooding due to overwhelmed drainage systems.
