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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 >

Overview

The season's first decent snowfall event occurred across parts of eastern Iowa and northwest Illinois during the afternoon and evening of December 11.  Carroll, Stephenson, and Jo Daviess Counties in northwest Illinois received the highest amounts of 2; to as much as 5 inches!

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