Regional Outbreaks of Severe Weather Through Early Next Week; Early Season Heat Wave across the South

Active spring pattern across the center of our nation with several episodes of severe weather and heavy rainfall expected into next week. The potential for very large hail, long track tornadoes, severe wind gusts, frequent cloud to ground lightning strikes and flash flooding are in the outlook. Furthermore, dangerous early season heat wave continues for the Gulf Coast states into early next week. Read More >

Road Conditions

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Phone Numbers

Alabama (334) 242-4378

Alaska (907) 273-6037

Arizona (888) 411-7623

Arkansas (501) 569-2374

California (916) 445-7623

Colorado (303) 639-1111

Connecticut (800) 443-6817

Delaware (302) 739-4313

Florida (800) 749-7453

Georgia (404) 635-6800

Hawaii (808) 538-6566

Idaho (208) 336-6600

Illinois (800) 452-4368

Indiana (800) 261-7623

Iowa (800) 288-1047

Kansas (800) 585-7623

Kentucky (866) 737-3767

Louisiana (504) 379-1541

Maine (207) 287-3427

Maryland (800) 327-3125

Massachusetts (617) 374-1234

Michigan (800) 411-4823

Minnesota (800) 542-0220

Mississippi (601) 987-1212

Missouri (888) 275-6636

Montana (800) 226-7623

Nebraska (402) 479-4512

Nevada South (702) 486-3116 Northwest (702) 793-1313 Northeast (702) 738-8888

New Hampshire (603) 271-6900

New Jersey Turnpike (732) 247-0900 Garden State Parkway (732) 727-5929

New Mexico (800) 432-4269

New York (800) 847-8929 (NY Thruway)

North Carolina (919) 549-5100 Ext. 7623

North Dakota (701) 328-7623

Ohio (614) 466-7170

Oklahoma (405) 425-2385

Oregon (503) 588-2941

Pennsylvania (814) 355-6044

Rhode Island (401) 277-2468

South Carolina (803) 896-9621

South Dakota (605) 367-5707

Tennessee (800) 858-6349

Texas (800) 452-9292 Utah (801) 964-6000

Vermont (New England 511.org)

Virginia (800) 367-7623

Washington (800) 695-7623 Puget Sound / Northwest (360) 357-2789 S Puget Sound / Olympic Peninsula (360) 905-2000 southwest (509) 663-9641 north central (509) 575-2510 south central (509) 324-6000 east

West Virginia (877) 982-7623

Wisconsin (866) 511-9472

Wyoming (307) 772-0824Numb

Before the Trip

Winterize your car with fresh antifreeze, a good battery, a properly operating exhaust system and oil that will withstand the rigors of cold weather.
If possible, avoid driving until the roads are safe and passable. You don't want to slide off the road, and we don't want to plow around disabled vehicles.
Do a thorough pretrip inspection of your vehicle, paying special attention to your tires, brakes, windshield wipers and windshield wiper fluid.

Equip Your Vehicle With:

A flashlight with extra batteries
A first-aid kit
Necessary medications
Blankets and/or sleeping bags
Extra mittens or gloves, socks, a warm cap and rain gear
A small sack of sand to use for traction under your wheels
A small shovel
Booster cables
Small tools - pliers, wrench, screwdriver
A brightly colored cloth to use as a flag
Nonperishable foods
Bottled water

During the Trip

Obey speed limits; don't speed.
Use common sense, and adjust your speed and following distance to suit driving conditions .
Give snowplows plenty of room, and don't pass them.
Always wear your seat belt.
Remember that driving is most dangerous when temperatures are near 32 degrees.
Watch for other vehicles having problems with road conditions.
Keep mirrors, windows and lights clean; keep your lights on.
Don't pass other vehicles on or near bridges.
Keep your fuel tank at least half full.
If you don't feel comfortable driving, pull off of the highway and park at the first safe place.

If You're Trapped in Your Car

Stay in the vehicle. Don't leave to search for help. It's easy to become disoriented and lost in blowing and drifting snow.
Display a trouble sign. Hang a brightly colored cloth on the antenna.
Run the engine for about 10 minutes each hour. Run the heater and turn on the dome light only when the vehicle is running.
Keep the exhaust pipe clear of snow, and open a window slightly for ventilation.
Clap hands and move your arms and legs occasionally. Don't stay in one position for too long.
If more than one person is in the car, take turns sleeping.
Huddle together for warmth.
Use newspapers, maps and even car mats for added insulation.

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Regional Outbreaks of Severe Weather Through Early Next Week; Early Season Heat Wave across the South

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