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Thunderstorms Over the Southeast U.S. and Northern Rockies; Critical Fire Weather Conditions in the Plains

Isolated severe thunderstorms and showers will bring a flash flood threat across the Southeast. Scattered severe wind gusts are expected across the northern Rockies into the Plains. Elevated to Critical fire weather conditions are expected across the north/central Plains and Upper Midwest. Read More >

Great Lakes Beach Hazards

Know Before You Go!

The 2025 NWS Great Lakes Beach/Swim Forecast Season will start on Wednesday, May 21st.

About Great Lakes Beach Forecasts & Statements: Beach forecasts contain a daily swim risk, which is based on that days threat of high waves and dangerous currents. Beach hazard statements provide additional details on high swim risk days. Use the interactive map below to view the beach forecast and Beach Hazard Statements. 

 

Know Your Risk!

Learn About Dangerous Currents

Additional Safety Information

Water Quality

Incident Statistics