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Lingering Rainfall from Ian Remnants in the Mid-Atlantic; Major to Record River Flooding to Continue in Central Florida

Remnant heavy rainfall from Ian may bring limited flash, urban, and small stream flooding today across portions of the mid-Atlantic. Ongoing major to record river flooding following Ian will continue this week across portions of central Florida. Locally heavy rainfall and flash flooding are possible in southern Utah through Monday. Read More >

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Great Lakes Beach Hazards

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About Great Lakes Beach Forecasts & Statements: They are issued seasonally for the U.S. side of Lake Erie, Lake Huron, Lake Michigan, Lake Ontario, and Lake Superior from roughly Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend (weather dependent). 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.

 

As of September 30, 2022 the Surf Zone Forecast has ended across the Great Lakes for the season. The Surf Zone Forecast for the Great Lakes will resume in late May 2023.

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