The latest weather forecast showed that portions of Atlanta, Georgia, and Alaba could expect severe thunderstorms and damaging winds this week.
Rains in Atlanta, on April 23, 2020
The forecast added that tornado outbreaks could be possible. As a result, residents in the affected areas should stay updated with the current weather conditions.
Meanwhile, the relentless storms on the West Coast and California unloaded heavy rain and damaging winds that helped to bring sharp cooldown in portions of the country, especially North Texas.
According to Fox Weather News (January 9), the late-week storm is expected to unload in portions of the South on Thursday.
The weather forecast added rain could unfold in Great Lakes and Southeast this week, from Thursday to Friday.
In addition, thunderstorm risks could be unleashed in Alabama, the lower Mississippi Valley, Atlanta, and Georgia.
On Wednesday, the Fox Weather News Outlook showed that possible severe storm threats are in Jasper, Hearne, Athens, Lufkin, Alexandria, Jackson, Shreveport, Texarkana, Mcalester, Forth Smith, Little Rock, Memphis, Greenville, Jackson, Tupelo, and Paducah.
Meanwhile, Thursday's weather outlook said severe storm threats could likely be very likely in Birmingham, Atlanta, Macon, Montgomery and Andalusia.
On the other hand, the forecast explained that possible severe storm threats could unfold in Knoxville, Chattanooga, Tifton, Panama City, New Orleans, Jackson, and Hattiesburg.
The severe thunderstorms in the affected areas are expected until Thursday.
Rounds of rain could also occur due to the weather conditions. Keeping an umbrella when you leave is advised.
Meanwhile, motorists should observe the weather forecasts, especially when traveling to California or West Coast with heavy rain would continue.
US Weather Update
Moreover, the National Weather Service (NWS) added the importance of preventing lightning injuries and casualties during severe thunderstorms.
Weather agencies monitor the development of storms in portions of California brought about by heavy atmospheric rivers.
The forecast said that heavy rain and mountain snow are expected this Tuesday, causing significant travel delays and slowed commutes.
Thunderstorms and potential tornadoes
According to AccuWeather, knowing the difference between tornado watches and tornado warnings is essential.
The latter means that the tornado is sighted or seen.
Although there are no forecasted tornado outbreaks, preparing or knowing what to do is important.
Meanwhile, thunderstorms and lightning events could kill.
Previous news showed lightning events in the United States reached about 190 million in 2022.
Texas maintained at the top list of the emergence of lightning.
The report and NOAA said that 19 people were killed after lightning struck them in 2022.
Severe thunderstorms could also unload possible flashes of lightning. While no one knows when it could unleash, it is best to be in a safe place when the thunder or lightning roars.
Avoid getting near the power lines that conduct lightning electricity. If lightning occurs and you are in an open space, immediately look for a safe shelter.
At the start of the year this January, it is recommendable that homeowners must develop emergency plans during natural disasters.
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