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Lake Effect Snow through Saturday: A Series of Storms Impact the West

Lake effect snow showers will continue through Saturday downwind of Lakes Erie, Ontario and the eastern portion of Lake Superior. A series of storm systems will continue to impact California and the Pacific Northwest through the weekend and into next week, bringing widespread rainfall, mountain snowfall, and gusty winds. Coastal flooding is expected in northern California. Read More >

Congratulations to this year's Weather Ready Nation Ambassador of Excellence, The Parklands of Floyd's Fork! Each year we recognize a local partner that has gone above any beyond in helping to create a more Weather Ready Nation. This year, that distinction goes to The Parklands for their role in what has become a mutually beneficial relationship between them and the National Weather Service. If you want to read more about projects that the NWS Louisville office and the Parklands have collaborated on, below is a link to the national story map that shows all of the 2021 WRN Ambassadors of Excellence from across the country. The Parklands is #26.

2021 WRN Ambassador Of Excellence National Story Map

Below: Lead Forecaster Brian Schoettmer, far right, presents the award.

 

Thanks to all of our Weather Ready Nation Ambassadors, and to this year's winner of the Ambassador of Excellence distinction!