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Heavy Rain and Severe Thunderstorms in the Southwest; Coastal Flooding Along Portions of the Eastern Seaboard

A slow moving front will produce a threat for heavy rainfall and severe weather from the southwest into the western High Plains through the weekend. Heavy rainfall and isolated flash flooding and gusty winds will be possible this weekend into early next week in portions of southern Florida. Coastal flooding impacts remain possible through the weekend along the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic coasts Read More >

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Last Map Update: Fri, Oct 23, 2026 at 5:56:26 am CDT

Drought Update
Elevated Fire Danger This Week
Four Day Outlook
Friday Football Forecast
Extreme drought has developed across much of interior southwest and west-central Louisiana, with moderate or severe drought continuing across almost all of central and southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas. Drought conditions are expected to persist, with no substantial rainfall in the forecast through the next week.
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Very dry fuels and low relative humidity will create conditions favorable for spread of wildland fires across central and southwest LA and southeast TX. Be aware of any local burn bans and if you observe a wildland fire, call your local fire department or 911 center.
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Here is the 4-day outlook. Dry weather and near to slightly above normal temperatures are expected through the weekend.
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Here is the forecast for Friday evening's football games. Clear and cool conditions are expected.
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