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Storm Impacting the Northwest U.S.; Fire Weather Conditions in Southern California; Severe Weather in the South

A Pacific storm is bringing areas of low elevation rain, moderate to heavy mountain snow, and high winds to the Northwest. Strong Santa Ana winds and very dry conditions are producing elevated to critical fire weather conditions in southern California. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible through early Wednesday morning across parts of northeast Texas into western Tennessee. Read More >

Overview

A powerful post-Christmas winter storm brought multiple hazards to the region. The storm started Wednesday with a quick round of snow for many locations before some switched over to rain or a rain/snow mix. By Thursday, most locations switched back over to snow with heavy snow observed across areas west of I-29 and into SW Minnesota. Strong northerly winds also greatly reduced visibility and resulted in blowing and drifting snow. Rainfall over NW Iowa also pushed some area rivers into minor flood stage.

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Storm Total Snowfall (Dec 26 - 28th)
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