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Marine and Coastal Impacts from Imelda; Unsettled Weather in the West

Swells and high surf from both Imelda and Humberto are expected to bring dangerous marine conditions and rip currents to much of the East Coast over the next several days. A series of Pacific frontal systems will bring waves of showers and thunderstorms to portions of northern California and the Pacific Northwest through midweek. Read More >

Overview

Tropical Depression Cristobal moved into the region from the south during the afternoon of June 9, 2020. It brought with it heavy rainfall that produced widespread 1-3 inches of rainfall, with some localized amounts exceeding 5 inches.

This heavy rain led to flash flooding, mudslides, and rapid rises on some area rivers.

This was only the 2nd time on record that a tropical weather system center tracked through Iowa, and only the 3rd time it crossed part of Wisconsin.  You can view history of tropical storm systems in our area via - weather.gov/arx/tropical

 

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Radar Loop of June 9, 2020
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