Northeast US Likely to Experience Flooding Rain; Severe Weather Possible in Central US

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Highland Falls, New York, July 10, 2023. The latest weather report showed that the Northeast could likely experience more rain and flooding concerns. Meanwhile, damaging winds and hail conditions could unload in the Central US.

The latest weather forecast reported that rainy and flooding conditions could unload in the Northeast. On the other hand, Central US can expect damaging winds and hail conditions.

Recently, Nature World News (NWN) reported that Northeast experienced severe flooding, especially in New York and Pennsylvania due to incessant rain conditions.

The report added that challenging heat emerged in the Southwestern United States, bringing soaring temperatures to the region. Death Valley in California could likely reach scorching temperatures.

Meanwhile, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that excessive heat conditions could become likely in parts of the country, putting 100 million people under heat advisories and warnings.

Flooding rainfall in the Northeast

According to AccuWeather's latest forecast, the atmospheric river could play a significant role in the weather conditions in parts of the Northeast this week.

The heavy rain conditions could likely unload this week, causing possible travel and flooding concerns.

From Thursday to early next week, the latest report showed that rainfall conditions could become likely in Springfield, Columbus, Charleston, Nashville, Columbus, Pittsburgh, Washington, Virginia Beach, New York, Boston, Portland, Buffalo and Burlington.

This weekend, the weather report added that a prolonged flood threat could become possible, causing urban and flash flooding concerns.

Meanwhile, the NWS New York NY reported that thunderstorms and small river flooding could emerge in parts of New York City (NYC) this weekend.

The forecast noted that heavy rainfall conditions could unfold in Burlington, Buffalo, Pittsburgh, Portland, Boston, New York and Washington through Sunday night.

Furthermore, localized wind gusts and severe thunderstorms could emerge in the Central US. The severe weather risk could be likely in Detroit, Indianapolis, Louisville, Charleston and Pittsburgh.

Preparing for the severe weather conditions until early next week

The latest forecast showed that challenging weather conditions could become possible this week, as flooding rainfall could unload in the Northeast and Central US.

Here are essential reminders for Americans with travel plans this week, as the severe weather could likely become challenging for motorists. Travel disruptions and slower commutes could be possible.

Keep updated with the weather reports

Severe weather conditions unleash damaging hail and flooding downpours. Staying updated with the weather reports can help motorists and people anticipate the worst weather.

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It is best to avoid floodwaters, as you can likely become stranded. Limiting outdoor activities would be helpful to stay safe from the challenging weather.

Prepare emergency kits at home

Damaging winds and heavy rain can result in inaccessible road conditions and power outages. Keeping emergency kits would become helpful when severe weather unloads.

The recommended emergency kits are the following:

• Medicine kits
• Small battery-powered radio
• Battery-powered flashlights
• Non-perishable goods
• Enough bottled water supplies
• Raincoat protection

Evacuate when it is necessary

Homeowners should immediately evacuate when floodwaters rapidly rise, especially people near flood-prone areas.

It is best to shelter in a secure place, as flooding could become deadly.

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