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Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Across the Southern and Eastern US; Heat and Fire Weather Concerns in the West

Showers and thunderstorms are expected across the southern and eastern US this week, with heavy rain and localized flooding, particularly near the Gulf Coast. Monsoonal moisture will bring rain and potential flooding to parts of the Southwest. Heat and fire weather threats will continue to impact the West. Read More >

Severe Summer Weather Awareness Week: April 20-24, 2020
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 Weather Alerts and Warnings 
Severe Storms, Lightning, Wind and Hail 
 Tornado Safety Information 
 Flash Floods 
 Extreme Heat 
Turn Around, Don't Drown!

An average of 92 people are killed each year in the United States by flooding. Many of the deaths are preventable. A simple phrase can save your life: Turn Around, Don't Drown!

Never drive across a water covered roadway. Judging how deep the water actually is can be very difficult. Be especially cautious at night when it is even harder to judge the danger.

Click here for 9-1-1 audio from a women who has become trapped in her car in Oklahoma after driving into a flooded area.

Water Can Float More Than Just Your Boat!