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"Severe Storms Spawn 14 Confirmed Tornadoes from Texas to Florida"

A severe weather and tornado outbreak has caused widespread damage across five states from Texas to Florida, with 14 confirmed tornadoes reported. The storm system also brought flash flood emergencies, and severe storms and tornado watches are forecasted for several areas. The tornadoes have caused damage to homes, hospitals, and infrastructure, with one death reported in Mississippi. The National Weather Service has been assessing the strength and scale of the tornadoes, with some reaching EF-2 status and causing significant destruction.

via ABC News|

#national-weather-service #natural-disasters #severe-weather

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"Severe Storms Ravage Southern States, Leaving Thousands Without Power"

Strong storms with torrential rain, hail, and tornado warnings have caused flooding, hazardous road conditions, and power outages affecting over 200,000 people in the Southern United States. Over 239,000 customers are without power, with Louisiana, Texas, Mississippi, and Florida being the most affected. Heavy rain and flash flood warnings are prevalent, with millions under flood and tornado watches. The severe weather is expected to continue, posing risks of damaging winds and tornadoes, with the Ohio Valley, Southeast, and northern Florida facing continued threats on Thursday.

via NBC News|

#flooding #power-outages #southern-united-states

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"South Braces for Severe Weather Outbreak with Tornadoes, Hail, and Flooding"

A severe weather outbreak is expected across the Southern United States, with the risk of tornadoes, large hail, and flooding. The severe storms began in Texas, with reports of large hail and the potential for strong tornadoes. The risk continues into Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida, with the potential for damaging winds and isolated tornadoes. Flash flooding is also a concern, with significant rainfall expected over the next 48 hours.

via NBC News|

#flooding #large-hail #severe-weather-outbreak

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"Texas Braces for Severe Weather: Flash Flooding, Tornadoes, and Large Hail Threat"

More than 13 million people in Texas are at risk of severe weather, including flash flooding, damaging winds, large hail, and possible tornadoes. The storm threat extends along the Gulf Coast, with New Orleans and Louisiana expecting heavy rain on Sunday. This comes after powerful storms and over 20 tornadoes hit the South and Midwest, causing fatalities and damage. In Colorado, heavy snowfall is impacting the Denver area, while a late-winter chill is forecasted to bring below-freezing temperatures to several states in the eastern U.S.

via ABC News|

#flash-flooding #severe-weather #southern-united-states

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Scorching heat wave engulfs Southern states for entire week

An intense heat wave continues to scorch the southern United States, with little relief in sight. Cities such as New Orleans, Dallas, Jacksonville, Phoenix, Orlando, Miami, and Houston are experiencing heat indexes as high as 105 to 115 degrees. Excessive heat warnings and advisories are in effect across Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, and Georgia, affecting over 65 million people. Record-breaking temperatures have been recorded in several cities, and extended streaks of extreme heat are ongoing. The heat is expected to persist throughout the week, with Texas, Louisiana, southern Mississippi, and southern New Mexico being the hotspots. The outlook for the next two weeks indicates above-normal temperatures across the southern United States.

via The Washington Post|

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Deadly Heat Wave Sweeps Texas, Claims Lives and Strains Power Grid

A heat wave in Texas and the southern United States has broken records and caused at least nine deaths, putting residents at risk of heat-related illnesses. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported a significant increase in heat-related emergency room visits compared to last year. Officials are urging the public to stay indoors, conserve energy, and use cooling centers. The Electric Reliability Council of Texas reported record-breaking demand for electricity, testing the power grid. The heat wave is expected to continue for several more days, with heat indexes above 108 degrees threatening the region. Heat advisories and excessive heat warnings have been issued across multiple states, including parts of New Mexico, Arizona, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and California.

via The Washington Post|

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"Scorching Heat Wave Sweeps Southern US and Mexico, Breaking Records"

A dangerous heat wave is expected to spread across the southern United States, including parts of Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, Missouri, Tennessee, Georgia, and Florida. The National Weather Service warns that temperatures could be up to 20 degrees above normal, reaching the upper 90s or low 100s in some areas, with high humidity creating "potentially life-threatening" conditions. The worst impacts are expected in eastern Texas, along the Central Gulf Coast, and through parts of the Mississippi and Tennessee valleys, where the heat index could reach between 110 to 120 degrees. Northern California will also experience hotter temperatures, while the Southwest faces increased fire danger due to dry conditions and low humidity. The heat wave has already caused fatalities, affected workers, and led to a surge in emergency calls. The heat is attributed to a persistent "heat dome" of high pressure, and the extreme temperatures are expected to continue through the weekend and into next week.

via The New York Times|

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