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Heat Persists in the South Central U.S. and Southwest; Heavy rains in the Desert Southwest and Central Plains

Sweltering heat remains across the South-Central Plains, Lower/Middle Mississippi Valley, and the Southwest this week with limited nighttime relief. Thunderstorms will bring heavy rainfall leading to localized flash flooding in portions of the Desert Southwest and central Plains. Isolated strong to severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of the central Plains into the Northeast. Read More >

Weather safety information for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing

 

This page houses many weather safety resources, graphics, and videos that are accessible for the deaf and hard of hearing community. 

 

The National Weather Service is developing more resources and various ways to provide information and materials to partners and members of the deaf and hard of hearing community. If you or one of your loved ones is deaf or hard of hearing this is a great resource to better understand the various ways to prepare for severe weather. 

 

What is the National Weather Service doing nationally for the deaf and hard of hearing community?

Over the last several years, the National Weather Service has been working with Deaf and Hard of Hearing organizations across the country! Visit the nationally based NWS website for some information.

 

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