Lala Impacting Hawaii; Severe Thunderstorm and Flash Flooding Risks; Excessive Heat

Areas of gusty winds, heavy rain leading to flash flooding, and high surf continue across portions of Hawaii as Tropical Storm Lala continues to move away from the islands. Severe thunderstorm, heavy rainfall, and flash flooding threats continue from the Midwest to the Mid-Atlantic and across the central High Plains. Record heat continues for areas of the central/southern Plain into the Southeast Read More >

The National Weather Service (NWS) is currently hosting our annual SKYWARN Recognition Day today (Saturday, December 7th). The La Crosse NWS office is operating thru ~4:00 pm via amateur radio. We are hosting the event at our forecast office just outside of La Crosse, WI for amateur radio operators that wish to assist in making contacts.

Amateur radio operators comprise a large percentage of the SKYWARN™ volunteers across the country. The Amateur radio operators also provide vital communication between the NWS and emergency management if normal communications become inoperative.

All SKYWARN™ spotters provide critical weather information before, during and after adverse weather strikes. This includes reports of rain and snow, ice and wind, storms and tornadoes, flooding and fire. This is our day to recognize all of the SKYWARN™ spotters serving our nation!

We have a new option for ALL spotters to register - NEW! Optional - SKYWARN™ Spotter Mapping Form

Those participating in the 2024 SKYWARN Recognition Day should register here: SKYWARN™ Recognition Day 2024 Registration Form

If you have any questions, contact Todd Shea (KB9YXS) or Mike Kurz at NWS La Crosse.

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Lala Impacting Hawaii; Severe Thunderstorm and Flash Flooding Risks; Excessive Heat

2024 SKYWARN Recognition Day - TODAY, December 7th