Showers and thunderstorms will be possible from the northern Plains to the Gulf Coast on Monday. Thunderstorms with large hail and severe wind gusts are expected Monday afternoon and evening across parts of the central Plains. weather.gov

During a flood, small decisions like turning around and not driving through a flooded roadway, not driving around barricades, and delaying travel until conditions improve, can make a big impact on whether you keep your car... or even your life. Turn Around, Don’t Drown. Visit weather.gov/safety.

Widespread showers and thunderstorms may produce isolated flash flooding across the Ozarks and the Southeast today and into next week. Be sure to check weather.gov for any flood watch or warnings.

Scattered strong to severe storms capable of sporadic large hail and severe winds are expected this afternoon and evening across portions of western Texas. Follow spc.noaa.gov for the latest outlooks and your local NWS office at weather.gov for any warnings.

Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible over western Idaho and east of the Cascades in Washington and Oregon. Severe gusts (60-85 mph), large hail, and perhaps a tornado are the forecast hazards this afternoon through the late evening. Visit weather.gov for details.

Scattered severe thunderstorms appear possible this afternoon and evening across parts of southwest into south-central Texas. Large hail, severe wind gusts, and a couple of tornadoes may occur. Heavy rainfall could also lead to scattered instances of flash flooding.

This Memorial Day, we remember and honor the brave service members who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Their courage and dedication will never be forgotten. We are forever grateful for their service.

Rain & thunderstorms will span much of the Eastern U.S. and Southeast through Memorial Day. Scattered showers are also possible across the Central Plains, with the possibility of severe storms capable of hail/wind across the Middle Missouri Valley/Siouxland today. The West remains mostly dry.

Did you know that the chance of drowning at a beach with on-duty lifeguards is 1 in 18 million? This Memorial Day weekend, swim at a beach only when there is an on-duty lifeguard. weather.gov/safety/beachhazards

A trip to the beach should be fun. However, conditions can change quickly, so be prepared to adjust your Memorial Day weekend plans if necessary. Know before you go! Check weather.gov.

Remember while you're out this Memorial Day weekend that NO place outside is safe during a thunderstorm. That includes under a tree! Watch this to learn about outdoor lightning safety: youtu.be/p4V1eFa1vxw

Ahead of the holiday weekend we would like to remind you to be ready for flash flooding. Make sure Wireless Emergency Alerts on your phone are turned on. If flooding occurs while you’re outdoors, immediately get to higher ground, and NEVER enter flood waters. weather.gov/safety/flood

A wet Memorial Day weekend is in store for the East, with widespread rain of 2+ inches expected from the Gulf Coast to southern New England. And another round of heavy rain is expected to impact the western Gulf Coast where flood watches are in effect. Find the latest forecasts at weather.gov.

Memorial Day weekend and beach season are here!. Before leaving for the beach, check the official surf zone forecast: weather.gov/safety/ripcurrent-forecasts Arrive knowing the local weather, surf, and tides. Look to see if there are statements regarding waves, dangerous currents, or other hazards.

Are you planning to spend an extended amount of time in the sun soon? Remember, friends don’t let friends get a sunburn. Here’s your safe summer checklist: ✔️ sunscreen ✔️ sunglasses ✔️ hat ✔️ protective clothing ✔️ shade #DontFryDay!

Use this rip current survivor story as a good reminder of how to survive if you're caught. “Then I realized the ocean was gonna win.” Luckily, Jake remembered to “swim parallel to the shoreline” -- the most important safety tip for escaping and surviving a rip current. weather.gov/ripcurrent

ICYMI: NOAA predicts a below-normal 2026 Atlantic Hurricane season. With 70% confidence, the forecast is for a total of 8-14 named storms, 3-6 hurricanes, and 1-3 major hurricanes. More: www.noaa.gov/news-release...

Several days of heavy rainfall beginning today over the western Gulf Coast where Flood Watches and slight risk for excessive rainfall outlooks have been issued for today, Saturday, and Sunday. Keep up with the latest through Memorial Day weekend at weather.gov and as always: Turn Around, Don't Drown

Just in: NOAA forecasters predict a below-normal 2026 Atlantic #HurricaneSeason: bit.ly/2026Atlantic... @NWSCPC #HurricaneOutlook #WeatherReadyNation noaa.gov

As summer arrives and outdoor recreation becomes more common, know what to do to stay cool! 💧Hydrate, 👕wear light clothing and ☀️don't skip the sunscreen. If you start feeling dizzy, don't "tough it out"—seek medical help immediately. For more heat safety tips visit weather.gov/heat.

A lot of us will be outdoors a lot this Memorial Day Weekend, so remember: Thunderstorms can produce deadly lightning strikes up to 10 miles away. When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors! weather.gov/safety/lightning

As temperatures climb, check in with your friends and family. Make sure they know what to do during extreme heat. ⚠️NEVER leave people or pets alone in a vehicle 🌳Take frequent breaks in the shade, if outdoors 💧Bring extra water to stay hydrated ✅Check weather.gov for the latest forecast

Record heat is on its way out after today across the Eastern U.S., ushering in cooler conditions ahead of the Memorial Day Weekend. Find your official forecast at weather.gov

Reminder ahead of Memorial Day weekend: Swimming in a pool is NOT the same as swimming at a beach with crashing waves, winds, and dangerous currents. You should be a strong swimmer before you go into the ocean. Learning how to swim is the best defense against drowning. More: weather.gov/safety/beach

Memorial Day weekend if often the first time of the year that many of us get to the beach. Remember, rip currents can sweep even the strongest swimmer away from shore. If at all possible, stay near a lifeguard while swimming. Learn more at: weather.gov/beach

🫠 You don’t have to wait for a heat wave to arrive to begin protecting yourself. Here are some tips to prepare for extreme heat before the summer season begins. For more safety tips visit weather.gov/heat.

Isolated to widely scattered severe storms are expected Wednesday afternoon into night across portions of southwest Texas into eastern New Mexico. Large hail --potentially in excess of two inches-- will be the predominant severe-weather hazard. Visit weather.gov for more.

With Memorial Day weekend outdoor events about to ramp up, it's good to think more about lightning safety. Lightning strikes can result in death or serious injury. If you hear thunder or see lightning, take shelter in an enclosed building or a hard-topped vehicle with the windows up. weather.gov

🌡️ Hazardous heat will expand across the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast on Tuesday, as high temperatures reach the middle and upper 90s with widespread Major HeatRisk. Those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration may be affected by the heat.

A PDS tornado watch has been issued for portions of Kansas and Nebraska this afternoon but do you know what PDS means? Be sure to keep up with the latest through the afternoon and evening via spc.noaa.gov and weather.gov.

Is it heat exhaustion or heat stroke? 🥵 During hot and humid weather, your body's ability to cool itself is challenged in ways you may not expect. Know the symptoms of heat exposure and what to do before summer starts. Bookmark weather.gov/safety/heat-illness.

A Level 4/5 severe weather risk (Moderate Risk) is in effect today across portions of Kansas. Large hail, severe winds, & tornadoes (potentially strong to intense) are possible this afternoon & evening. SPC's WCM Evan Bentley has more:

The final 3 classes of the spring Weather101 season. Don't miss out, especially our last class on Thursday. Hurricane season starts June 1. Get your tune up right here before the tropics start lighting up. Visit weather.gov/ohx/weather101 to sign up!

Heavy wet mountain snow is forecast across the northern and central Rockies through much of Monday. Record cold temperatures are possible Monday morning across Wyoming. Winter Weather Advisories and Winter Storm Warnings issued.

Dangerous fire weather conditions are expected across the southern High Plains. Severe storms, including very large hail, strong tornadoes, and winds, are expected in the central Plains into the Upper Midwest. See the latest Key Messages for these hazards.

Severe storms may produce large hail, damaging winds, and perhaps a couple of tornadoes this afternoon and evening across parts of the central Plains. Dry and windy conditions with lightning and dry thunderstorms may support hazardous fire activity across the Southwest into the southern High Plains.

🌡️As summer approaches, be mindful of early season heat. ☀️Heat waves have the potential to cover a large area, exposing a high number of people to a hazardous combination of heat and humidity, which can be very taxing on the body. Learn how to stay safe during a heat wave at weather.gov/heat.

Severe storms are in the forecast today through at least Monday. Take a look at these key messages and stay up to date with the latest at spc.noaa.gov and at weather.gov.

Folks in the High Plains should stay alert for thunderstorms that may spark fires today. Have multiple ways to get information, and follow instructions from emergency officials.

The first Atlantic Tropical Weather Outlook of 2026 is out. Good news: No tropical cyclone formation is expected over the next 7 days. Today marks the start of daily Tropical Weather Outlooks, issued through Nov 30 at 2 AM, 8 AM, 2 PM, and 8 PM EDT. Stay informed all season long: hurricanes.gov

Today is the first day of the 2026 eastern Pacific hurricane season. The first Tropical Weather Outlook has been issued, and no tropical cyclones are expected over the next week. More info: nhc.noaa.gov/gtwo.php?basin=epac&fdays=7

Critical fire weather is expected Friday across the Northern Plains, Upper Midwest, and southern High Plains due to gusty winds and low humidity. Severe thunderstorms capable of large to very large hail, wind damage and tornadoes will be possible Friday and Saturday in the central Plains.

11:21am CDT update: Thunderstorms with hail and severe wind gusts are possible from Kansas/Missouri southwest into west Texas, mainly late this afternoon and evening. Visit weather.gov for the latest.

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Thunderstorms with hail and severe wind gusts are possible today from Kansas/Missouri into west Texas. Visit weather.gov for the latest.

Gusty to high winds and low relative humidity will bring elevated to critical fire weather across large parts of the Great Plains and more localized parts of the Great Basin and central Rockies Thursday into Friday. Severe thunderstorms with large hail and damaging wind gusts for the central Plains.

An active weather day is underway across the Rockies and Northern Plains on Wednesay with chances for thunderstorms with damaging wind gusts, along with dangerous conditions for wildfire growth and spread. Details for both risks can be found at spc.noaa.gov

Scattered severe thunderstorms are possible across portions of the northern High Plains Wednesday afternoon and evening. Severe wind gusts are the primary hazard. Gusty winds and low relative humidity will contribute to critical fire weather conditions across parts of the northern Great Plains.

Severe storms will be possible at least on an isolated basis across parts of the Florida Peninsula today, and potentially from southeast Kansas into parts of the Great Lakes late this afternoon and early evening. Visit weather.gov for more.

Over 900 children have died inside hot vehicles since 1998. Some of these tragedies were due to children accessing a parked car without supervision. Always lock parked cars, even if you are not a caregiver. weather.gov/safety/heat-children-pets