Coastal Threats for the East and Gulf; Record Warmth for the Central U.S.

Persistent onshore flow across the Southeast and portions of the mid-Atlantic will keep the risk of rip currents through the weekend. Rainfall could be locally heavy across Florida, especially along the eastern shoreline. Meanwhile, record warmth for portions of the Plains and Midwest with elevated fire concerns. For the west, a trough will keep the pattern unsettled with wet conditions. Read More >

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Weather History - May 7th

May 7th, 1896:

A strong, estimated F3 tornado moved northeast from 12 miles SSW of Clark to 3 miles west of Watertown, beyond Lake Kampeska. It was estimated to be on the ground for 30 miles. Near the start of the path, a woman was killed, and ten people were injured in one home. Parts of a house were found up to two miles away. The tornado also leveled barns near Watertown.

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Coastal Threats for the East and Gulf; Record Warmth for the Central U.S.

This Day in Weather History: May 7th