Hurricane Erin Moving Away from the North Carolina Coast, Dangerous Surf & Rip Currents Continue; Hazardous Heat out West

Tropical storm conditions, storm surge flooding and coastal flooding continue today across the Outer Banks and portions of the Mid-Atlantic coast. Life-threatening rip currents and high surf continue to impact much of the East Coast through the end of the week. Hazardous, record heat will continue across the Western U.S. through the weekend. Read More >

When thunder roars, go indoors! June 19th through 25th is National Lightning Safety Awareness Week. Lightning is one of the most underrated severe weather hazards and can occur anywhere there is a thunderstorm. Lightning strikes in the United States kill about 50 people and injure hundreds of others each year. This is why the National Weather Service wants to educate people about lightning safety and risks.

When you hear thunder or see lightning, you should immediately seek shelter in a substantial building or hard-topped vehicle. Nowhere outside is safe when thunderstorms are in the area. Stay inside at least 30 minutes after you hear the last clap of thunder. For more lightning facts and safety information, visit the Lightning Safety webpage. Learn more about the topics covered this week by reading the NWS Pueblo lightning science and safety statements.

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Hurricane Erin Moving Away from the North Carolina Coast, Dangerous Surf & Rip Currents Continue; Hazardous Heat out West

National Lightning Safety Awareness Week is June 19th-25th!