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Erin Strengthens to a Hurricane; Heavy Rainfall Possible in Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, the Upper Midwest, South Texas

Hurricane Erin may bring isolated flash and urban flooding, landslides or mudslides, and possible tropical storm conditions to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands this weekend. Scattered thunderstorms and heavy rainfall may bring areas of flooding this weekend over the Upper Midwest. A tropical disturbance will bring locally heavy rain and mainly urban flash flooding to far southern Texas. Read More >

Overview

A powerful storm system brought widespread and locally heavy rain to the area, along with damaging gradient and thunderstorm winds throughout the day on Saturday January 11, 2020. At one point on Saturday afternoon, there were more than 43000 power outages across the region. Widespread 40-60 MPH winds occurred across the region in and outside of storms, and through several waves during the day. This page is under construction, so check back periodically as content is added. 

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Straight-line wind damage at White Hall just northwest of Richmond, KY

 

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Widespread 40-60 MPH winds occurred across the region in and outside of storms and through several waves during the day. A damaged barn roof in Madison County A collapsed barn in Madison County A moblle home was overturned by 80 mph winds in eastern Madison County. 3 minor injuries occurred.