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Locally Heavy Rainfall for the Carolinas; Thunderstorms and Fire Weather Concerns for Intermountain West

Heavy rainfall from scattered thunderstorms is expected across the Southwest, Intermountain West, and Plains. Isolated dry thunderstorms may initiate additional fires across the west. The coastal Carolinas may experience flash floods in the coming days due to repeated thunderstorms. Additionally, a wave of intense summer heat will hit the Southern Plains and central Gulf Coast States this week. Read More >

 

 

Skywarn Recognition Day runs from 6 pm Friday evening, December 3, until 6 pm Saturday evening, December 4, and celebrates the contributions Skywarn volunteers make to the NWS mission of the protection of life and property.  More information can be found on the Skywarn Recognition Day Webpage and in the Skywarn Recognition Day Facebook Group.  

NWS Chicago would like to extend a thank you to all who provide reports of rain, snow, wind, storms, tornadoes and the impacts they bring.  This information is critical in keeping our community Weather Ready!  You can find more information spotting in our area on our storm spotter website.