Extreme Heat and Fire Weather Conditions in the West; Severe Thunderstorm Threat in the Northern Plains on Thursday

Extreme heat will may set some new daily temperature records across the Desert Southwest. Hot, dry and windy conditions and dry thunderstorms continue to bring fire weather concerns for portions of the Desert Southwest, the central Great Basin and Rockies. Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are expected across the Northern Plains late Thursday. Read More >

What's New?

1) Starting August 16, 2021 river forecasts will be created for Black Earth Creek at Black Earth. These forecasts will help with planning and situational awareness of river levels and assist recreational interests in the area. These forecasts will be created when the river is forecast to reach or exceed 5 feet. This is called action stage. River flood watches and/or warnings will be issued when water levels are expected to approach or exceed the flood stage of 5.5 feet.

2) Starting August 16, 2021 flood levels will be lowered to better match impacts in the area.

Minor Flood stage will change from 7 feet to 5.5 feet

Moderate flood stage will change from 9 feet to 7 feet

Major flood stage will change from 10 feet to 8 feet

Action stage will change from 6 feet to 5 feet.

How You Find It

Go to our main webpage and select the Rivers and Lakes tab: