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A strong polar cold front is arriving in Central Texas between 1 a.m. and 4 a.m. Saturday, bringing gusty winds of 25-45 mph, sharply dropping temperatures into the low 40s, and wind chills in the 20s and 30s. Despite sunshine, Saturday's highs will only reach the upper 50s, with more pleasant weather returning by Sunday and next week, featuring highs in the 60s and lows in the 40s.
Strong winds with gusts up to 70 mph are impacting Western New York, causing power outages, followed by lake effect snow that could accumulate 4-8 inches in some areas, leading to travel issues and blowing snow through midweek.
Southern California is experiencing ongoing wild weather with wind gusts up to 65 mph forecasted until Tuesday, posing risks of downed trees, power outages, and difficult travel, especially in mountainous and valley regions, following recent heavy rains and storms.
A strong cold front is bringing howling winds, dropping temperatures into the 30s and 20s, with gusts exceeding 70 MPH in Maryland, leading to a high wind warning, scattered power outages, and a cold, windy start to the new year.
A strong cold front is arriving in Central Texas this evening, bringing gusty winds, a significant temperature drop, and scattered light showers, with much cooler temperatures expected on Monday. Temperatures will rebound to the 60s and 70s by New Year's, with minimal rain chances later in the week.
Strong winds reaching 114 mph caused significant damage to the UC Lick Observatory, including tearing off part of the dome shutter and exposing sensitive equipment, leading to a temporary closure for repairs that are expected to take months. No injuries occurred, and staff are working to assess and restore the facility, which is used for research and public visits.
The National Weather Service in Colorado has issued a rare 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' for high fire danger due to strong winds, record warmth, and dry conditions, especially in the Foothills, with wind gusts up to 105 mph and temperatures breaking records, coupled with upcoming snowstorms in the high country.
Stormy weather in Massachusetts caused power outages affecting 21,000 customers, with high winds and fallen trees disrupting travel and causing delays and cancellations at Logan Airport, as authorities warn of ongoing severe conditions.
Power outages in parts of the Denver metro area continue due to dangerous wind gusts exceeding 100 mph, with authorities conducting extensive inspections before restoring power, amid a prolonged wind event and severe weather warnings.
Colorado's Front Range faces a dangerous fire risk due to hurricane-force winds, record heat, and low humidity, with a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' warning issued for northwest Jefferson and western Boulder counties, and the entire Denver metro area under a red flag warning for Friday.
A powerful nor'easter is expected to hit the Philadelphia region, bringing heavy rain, strong winds up to 70 mph, and major flooding, especially along the Jersey coast, with impacts lasting into Monday. Emergency preparations are underway, and the storm's long duration poses significant risks of coastal erosion, flooding, and power outages.
A nor'easter is expected to impact Boston during the holiday weekend, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and minor coastal flooding, especially on Monday, with the heaviest effects along the coast and in southern New England.
A dangerous derecho with wind gusts over 75 mph is expected to form in the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest, particularly affecting South Dakota and Minnesota, bringing severe storms, hail, tornadoes, and potential flash flooding.
Severe thunderstorms with potential hurricane-force winds and a possible derecho are threatening the Northern U.S. Plains, especially South Dakota and Minnesota, bringing risks of damaging winds, hail, tornadoes, and flash flooding amid extreme heat conditions.
Over 5,600 customers in Douglas County, Nebraska, are without power following wind gusts of 50-55 mph, with the cause of the outage currently unknown.