Increased thunderstorm activity and locally heavy rainfall may produce flooding in Florida. Locally heavy rain is also possible near the Upper Great Lakes, Great Basin and New Mexico into west Texas. Heavy snow is expected in the central and southern Sierra Nevada. A dry and windy air mass will bring critical fire weather conditions to parts of the eastern Great Basin and central Rockies. Read More >
The 2023 recreational beach forecast season starts this week and ends on Saturday September 30th!
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To check the latest recreational beach forecast, go to: https://www.weather.gov/greatlakes/beachhazards The latest text recreational beach forecast can be found HERE |
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Be cautious in cold water. Cold water shock and hypothermia are real threats on the Great Lakes, especially early in the season. For more information, visit www.weather.gov/safety/coldwater |
Beach Hazards and Water Safety Awareness
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Media use of NWS Web News Stories is encouraged! Additional recaps can be found on the NWS Chicago Past Events Page. |
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